Internal Communications Writer
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- Jun 30, 2023 Post Date
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- 23003504 Requisition #
Education Requirement
- Bachelor’s degree in communication or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Qualifications
- 1-3 years of related professional experience in public relations, journalism, or marketing.
- 1-3 years of experience producing content in a variety of formats including print, web, social media, video, and advertising.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with proven ability to write effectively under deadline for a variety of purposes, audiences, and media.
- Provide two writing samples highlighting the audience and goal of the piece.
Desirable Qualifications
- 3-5 years of experience working in higher education or in an internal communications role.
- Demonstrate organizational, time management, adaptability, and collaboration skills.
- Demonstrate ability to think and plan across channels, develop effective communication strategies.
Application and Position Details
- In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Provide two writing samples highlighting the audience and goal of the piece
- Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For additional questions, please contact Libby Kleppe at libby-kleppe@uiowa.edu.
This position is eligible for a combination of on-campus and remote work after a 6 month training period. Work arrangement options will be discussed during the hiring process.
Benefits Highlights
- Regular salaried position. Located in Iowa City, Iowa.
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
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Equal opportunity employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
