Communications Specialist

Education Requirement:

• Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communication, marketing, journalism, or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience Required:

• Experience (typically 1-3 years) in the following areas:
  • Public Relations or marketing
  • Producing content in a variety of formats including print, web, social media, and advertising
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with proven ability to write effectively under deadline for a variety of purposes, audiences, and media.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience working in a higher education environment.
• Demonstrated organizational and collaboration skills.
• Demonstrated ability to think and plan across channels and develop effective communication strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to use tools and techniques for developing web-based dissemination of information, including website design, layout, and user experience requirements, and accessibility.
• Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality infographics and/or other media to represent data, knowledge, or information.

Application Process:

In order to be considered, applicants must upload Cover Letter and Resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.  Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check and professional references will be required at a later time in the recruitment process.