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University of Southern Mississippi Mississippi Digital Humanities Hub Public Program and Outreach Liaison in Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Mississippi Digital Humanities Hub Public Program and Outreach Liaison
The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Mississippi Digital Humanities Hub Public Program and Outreach Liaison.
Position Details
Location Hattiesburg
118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States
Division School of Humanities
Position Type Staff
Employment Status Full Time
Grant Funded Yes
Pay Grade
E10
Posting Close Date 1/15/2025
Job Summary
The Mississippi Digital Humanities Hub Public Program and Outreach Liaison, a grant-funded position at the Center for Digital Humanities (CDH) at USM, will lead and execute a comprehensive marketing and outreach strategy for the Digital Humanities Hub. This role involves creating and disseminating promotional materials, establishing partnerships with Mississippi institutions, organizing and participating in CDH events, developing innovative strategies to increase public awareness and engagement, crafting compelling content, managing social media, planning and executing workshops and conferences, building partnerships, overseeing budgets, monitoring sub-grant partnerships, and adhering to university policies.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Develop and execute comprehensive statewide marketing and outreach strategies to increase public and academic awareness of and engagement with the Digital Humanities Hub.
Develop and implement compelling content strategies for the Digital Humanities Hub website and other digital platforms, including SEO optimization and content marketing best practices.
Maintain CDH and Digital Humanities Hub social media by developing and executing sophisticated social media campaigns to increase brand visibility and engagement across multiple platforms.
Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of high-impact public outreach programs, including workshops, statewide mini-grants, and conferences.
Represent the Digital Hub by arranging and conducting workshop and grant recruiting visits at potential partner institutions throughout Mississippi as well as at conferences and other external events, building key relationships with stakeholders.
Monitor sub-grant partnerships along with the Digital Hub’s primary investigator to facilitate communication, compliance with sub-grant procedures, and optimization of resources.
Develop and manage the budget for outreach activities, ensuring efficient and effective allocation of resources.
Adhere to CDH and university policies, procedures, and regulations and perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
A Master’s Degree in Humanities, Communications, or a related field is required and five years of experience working in a public-facing position. Must have experience with data analysis and reporting for tracking the effectiveness of outreach efforts. Must have access to reliable personal transportation for grant-reimbursed travel within Mississippi.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Excellent communication and writing skills for promotional materials (e.g., social media, web, press releases) and presentations
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to pitch ideas to a team, clients, and media.
Proficient in social media marketing and campaign development.
Experience in planning and coordinating public programs.
Ability to travel and work independently.
Team-player with adaptability and the ability to receive constructive feedback.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with digital humanities projects and tools, and/or evidence of a willingness to learn about digital humanities tools.
Experience in planning and coordinating public programs.
Experience in grant writing and fundraising.
About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.
As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.
