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Lakeland Community College invites interested and qualified applicants to apply for the position of Chief Marketing and Public Relations Officer.
Lakeland Community College, founded in 1967, was the first college in Ohio created by a vote of the people. True to our mission, Lakeland provides quality learning opportunities to meet the social and economic needs of the community, offering day, evening, weekend and online classes.
Reporting to the President of the College, the Chief Marketing and Public Relations Officer will provide leadership for and is responsible for all aspects of College’s marketing and public relations, including managing the College’s public image, brand, and reputation; media relations; and overall marketing and communication strategy. This position will carry significant responsibilities for external and internal communication as well as building positive relationships with all stakeholders. The position will also have leadership and management oversight of the College’s marketing and communication staff. The individual in this position must be detail-oriented and a strategic and proactive thinker.
RESPONSIBILITIES (Non-inclusive)
- Craft long-term public relations strategy aligned with the College’s mission, vision, and the Key Performance Indicators established by the College.
- Provide strategic leadership and direction that strengthens the College’s reputation, brand, and image.
- Compose internal and external communication such as new releases, announcements, online posts, and around public relations and marketing projects.
- Oversee the design and production of print materials and publications, website management, and social media content creation and management.
- Serve as the central point of contact for media relations, advertising, public affairs, and community relations and as the media spokesperson for the College when appropriate.
- Compose speeches and help shape public statements, remarks, and presentations for the President.
- Develop a rapport with members of media agencies for TV, print and digital publications, radio, and other communication channels.
- Develop pre-emptive, proactive communications plans addressing targeted audiences to mitigate risk and drive communications around key issues.
- Develop a comprehensive crisis communications plan and manage crises as they arise.
- Provide leadership for marketing and communication staff.
- Manage approved budgets responsibly and in fiscally sound ways.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Training and Experience Required/Preferred
- A bachelor’s degree in public relations, communication, or a related field is required, master’s preferred.
- At least three years of relevant experience is required; five years of relevant experience preferred.
- Media savvy, with a solid understanding of all modes of and current trends in communication.
- Crisis management expertise and experience.
- Demonstrated experience as a strong writer and oral communicator.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Superb writing and verbal communication skills; strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities; excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving as well as leadership and team management skills.
- Identify story ideas and shape key messages to generate positive media coverage for the College.
- Handle sensitive media relations situations, including crisis communication response.
- Provide leadership, cultivate and maintain positive relationships with multiple audiences.
- Shape and control the flow of information to key constituencies.
- Penchant for attention to details.
- Tolerance for ambiguity.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- This is a 12-month full-time position.
- The annual salary is at grade 6 of the Supervisory/Professional salary schedule. The anticipated hiring range is $74,903 - $82,400.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Apply for this position through the college’s Human Resources website. Please be prepared to do the following:
- Answer all questions in the college’s employment application (*please read the note below)
- Attach a current resume and a cover letter summarizing your interest and qualifications for this position.
- Application review will begin immediately; however, the position will remain open until filled.
To avoid difficulties when submitting your application, be sure your web browser (e.g., Google Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer) is updated to the latest version and allow yourself sufficient time to complete the application since you WILL NOT be able to save a partially completed application and work on it later.
Lakeland Community College is an equal access and equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to a policy of equal opportunity in its employment practices. The College does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military status, disability, age, ancestry, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you have a disability that requires special accommodation to participate in the application/interview process, contact the Human Resources Office at 440-525-7575.
Please review Lakeland’s Mission, Vision, Purpose and Statement of Commitment.
INTRODUCTION
Lakeland Community College invites interested and qualified applicants to apply for the position of Chief Marketing and Public Relations Officer.
Lakeland Community College, founded in 1967, was the first college in Ohio created by a vote of the people. True to our mission, Lakeland provides quality learning opportunities to meet the social and economic needs of the community, offering day, evening, weekend and online classes.
Reporting to the President of the College, the Chief Marketing and Public Relations Officer will provide leadership for and is responsible for all aspects of College’s marketing and public relations, including managing the College’s public image, brand, and reputation; media relations; and overall marketing and communication strategy. This position will carry significant responsibilities for external and internal communication as well as building positive relationships with all stakeholders. The position will also have leadership and management oversight of the College’s marketing and communication staff. The individual in this position must be detail-oriented and a strategic and proactive thinker.
RESPONSIBILITIES (Non-inclusive)
- Craft long-term public relations strategy aligned with the College’s mission, vision, and the Key Performance Indicators established by the College.
- Provide strategic leadership and direction that strengthens the College’s reputation, brand, and image.
- Compose internal and external communication such as new releases, announcements, online posts, and around public relations and marketing projects.
- Oversee the design and production of print materials and publications, website management, and social media content creation and management.
- Serve as the central point of contact for media relations, advertising, public affairs, and community relations and as the media spokesperson for the College when appropriate.
- Compose speeches and help shape public statements, remarks, and presentations for the President.
- Develop a rapport with members of media agencies for TV, print and digital publications, radio, and other communication channels.
- Develop pre-emptive, proactive communications plans addressing targeted audiences to mitigate risk and drive communications around key issues.
- Develop a comprehensive crisis communications plan and manage crises as they arise.
- Provide leadership for marketing and communication staff.
- Manage approved budgets responsibly and in fiscally sound ways.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Training and Experience Required/Preferred
- A bachelor’s degree in public relations, communication, or a related field is required, master’s preferred.
- At least three years of relevant experience is required; five years of relevant experience preferred.
- Media savvy, with a solid understanding of all modes of and current trends in communication.
- Crisis management expertise and experience.
- Demonstrated experience as a strong writer and oral communicator.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Superb writing and verbal communication skills; strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities; excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving as well as leadership and team management skills.
- Identify story ideas and shape key messages to generate positive media coverage for the College.
- Handle sensitive media relations situations, including crisis communication response.
- Provide leadership, cultivate and maintain positive relationships with multiple audiences.
- Shape and control the flow of information to key constituencies.
- Penchant for attention to details.
- Tolerance for ambiguity.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- This is a 12-month full-time position.
- The annual salary is at grade 6 of the Supervisory/Professional salary schedule. The anticipated hiring range is $74,903 - $82,400.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Apply for this position through the college’s Human Resources website. Please be prepared to do the following:
- Answer all questions in the college’s employment application (*please read the note below)
- Attach a current resume and a cover letter summarizing your interest and qualifications for this position.
- Application review will begin immediately; however, the position will remain open until filled.
To avoid difficulties when submitting your application, be sure your web browser (e.g., Google Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer) is updated to the latest version and allow yourself sufficient time to complete the application since you WILL NOT be able to save a partially completed application and work on it later.
Lakeland Community College is an equal access and equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to a policy of equal opportunity in its employment practices. The College does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military status, disability, age, ancestry, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you have a disability that requires special accommodation to participate in the application/interview process, contact the Human Resources Office at 440-525-7575.
Please review Lakeland’s Mission, Vision, Purpose and Statement of Commitment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Public Relations
Document your PR specialty before applying
PERM requires your employer to define a specific job duty set. Compile writing samples, campaign portfolios, and media coverage records that demonstrate a specialized PR function, not a generalist communications role. This documentation strengthens the labor certification filing.
Target employers with in-house legal teams
PR sponsorship often stalls at small agencies that lack immigration counsel. Corporations with dedicated legal or HR departments are more likely to manage the multi-year PERM and I-140 process without abandoning your case mid-filing.
Clarify your degree field early in interviews
EB-2 requires an advanced degree directly related to the role. A public relations, communications, or journalism master's degree maps cleanly. A degree in an unrelated field complicates the labor certification job description and may push you toward EB-3 instead.
Use Migrate Mate to find green card sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to identify PR employers with active green card sponsorship history. Filtering by EB-2 or EB-3 filing activity lets you focus applications on organizations that have already committed to the PERM process for communications roles.
Confirm prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
Run the offered PR role against the OFLC Wage Search using the correct SOC code for public relations specialists. Your employer must certify they'll pay at or above the prevailing wage throughout the PERM process, and a mismatch can delay or invalidate the filing.
Negotiate job title alignment with your PERM duties
DOL scrutinizes whether the actual job duties match the certified position. If your day-to-day PR work evolves after PERM is filed, the I-140 petition can face a Request for Evidence. Confirm your official title and duties stay consistent from offer through approval.
Green Card Public Relations: Frequently Asked Questions
Do public relations roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most PR positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers requiring a bachelor's degree. Roles demanding a master's degree or its equivalent in communications, journalism, or public relations can qualify under EB-2. Your employer's job description and the education requirement stated in the PERM labor certification determine which category applies to your specific position.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for a PR professional?
Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency, not a temporary status. There's no annual lottery at the EB-3 level for many countries, though priority date backlogs apply to nationals of India and China. The process takes longer than H-1B visa approval, typically two to five years, but the outcome is lawful permanent residency rather than a visa tied to a single employer.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for a PR role?
Your employer files a PERM application with DOL certifying that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the specific PR position at the offered wage. This requires a formal recruitment campaign, including job postings and documentation of applicant review. USCIS then adjudicates the I-140 immigrant petition after DOL certifies the labor market test.
How can I find PR employers that actively sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you filter public relations job listings by EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history, so you can target agencies, corporations, and nonprofits that have already completed PERM filings for communications roles. Focusing your search this way cuts time spent on employers unfamiliar with or unwilling to commit to the sponsorship process.
Can a PR employer withdraw sponsorship after filing, and what happens then?
Yes, an employer can withdraw a PERM application or I-140 petition before approval, which restarts the process entirely. After your I-140 is approved and has been pending for 180 days, portability rules under AC21 allow you to transfer sponsorship to a new employer in a same or similar PR role without losing your priority date.