Communication and Outreach Manager for the Oregon Wine Research Institute
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by July 11, 2025.Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A resume
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at [email protected].
Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at [email protected].
Position Details
Position Information
Department
Oregon Wine Res Institut (AWR)
Position Title
Coordinator-Comm&Mktg
Job Title
Communication and Outreach Manager for the Oregon Wine Research Institute
Appointment Type
Professional Faculty
Job Location
Corvallis
Benefits Eligible
Full-Time, benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option?
Yes
Job Summary
The Oregon Wine Research Institute is seeking a Communication and Outreach Manager. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, professional faculty position.
The Oregon Wine Research Institute (OWRI) at Oregon State University is dedicated to strengthening research capacity and disseminating results to support the commercial wine industry in Oregon, which includes grape and wine production and business/economics. The mission of the OWRI is to develop and manage an interdisciplinary program including the fields of viticulture, enology, and wine economics/business; facilitate partnerships and collaboration with other academic partners and industry; and communicate research and information through outreach.
The Oregon Wine Research Institute (OWRI) at Oregon State University is dedicated to strengthening research capacity and disseminating results to support the commercial wine industry in Oregon, which includes grape and wine production and business/economics. The mission of the OWRI is to develop and manage an interdisciplinary program including the fields of viticulture, enology, and wine economics/business; facilitate partnerships and collaboration with other academic partners and industry; and communicate research and information through outreach.
The Communication and Outreach Manager is responsible for keeping diverse audiences well-informed about the OWRI programs and projects through varied outreach mechanisms, including website(s), newsletters, trade shows, social media, etc. This position produces and delivers audience-appropriate written and multimedia material for communicating information about OWRI and its program/project outputs to industry members, employees, news media and other key audiences. This position will also manage external outreach events and coordinate internal OWRI member meetings in conjunction with the OWRI Director.
Why OSU?
Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!
Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.
FACTS:
Locations:
Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.
Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.
Total Rewards Package:
Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.
FACTS:
- Top 1.4% university in the world
- More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
- 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
- 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
- 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
- 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
- 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
- 217k+ alumni worldwide
- For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about
Locations:
Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.
Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.
Total Rewards Package:
Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
- Retirement savings paid by the university.
- A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
- Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
- Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
- Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.
Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
Key Responsibilities
55% – Development and Management of OWRI Communications
20% Outreach
20% Program and office administration
5% Professional development and Other Duties as Assigned
What You Will Need
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Journalism, Arts, Communications, or related field.
- 1 year of experience in marketing and communications or related field
- Demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity, such as the ability to build relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders.
- Understanding of design principles as related to the development of marketing materials.
- Experience using Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat, Illustrator, or similar applications
- Demonstrate strong decision-making skills, including setting priorities against established criteria and managing multiple projects/activities/deadlines
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with varied audiences such as faculty, students, and industry
- Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills, including copywriting and editing
- Proficient user of Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Outlook, and Excel
- Experience in managing websites and other digital outreach platforms
This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.
What We Would Like You to Have
- Master’s degree in Business, Marketing, Journalism, Arts, Communications
- 3 years of experience in marketing and communications or related field
- Experience working within the Oregon University System or another higher education institution
- Prior experience in producing information and managing social media outlets
- Prior experience developing communication or marketing strategy for an organization/unit
- Prior experience in viticulture, enology, wine business, or other agribusiness sectors
- Experience with design software (Adobe Creative Cloud applications, Canva)
- Experience using or familiarity with digital marketing tools and systems, such as web content management systems, project management software and digital e-newsletter platforms
- Experience with photography and/or videography
- Demonstrated experience working within a brand system
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Positions occasionally require working irregular hours and statewide travel
Pay Method
Salary
Pay Period
1st through the last day of the month
Pay Date
Last working day of the month
Recommended Full-Time Salary Range
$55-000 - $68,000
Link to Position Description
https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/147658
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
P09139UF
Number of Vacancies
1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date
10/01/2025
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date
06/06/2025
Full Consideration Date
07/11/2025
Closing Date
07/18/2025
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search
Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by July 11, 2025.Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A resume
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at [email protected].
Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at [email protected].
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