Strategic Content & Communications Specialist

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: 

Education Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, marketing, nonprofit studies, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Experience Required

• Minimum of 1 year of professional experience in digital communications, content strategy, website management, or related roles.
• Experience designing, editing, and maintaining website content using a content management system (e.g., Drupal, WordPress).
• Demonstrated skill in written communication, with experience developing clear, accessible content for public audiences (e.g., newsletters, event materials, informational handouts, etc.
• Familiarity with social media management and content creation (e.g., Facebook, LinkedIn), including basic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite).
• Strong organizational and time management skills, including the ability to balance multiple projects and deadlines.
• High attention to detail and accuracy, particularly in publishing written and visual materials.
• Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a small team, working toward shared goals in support of nonprofit outreach and engagement.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience creating or supporting data storytelling content (e.g., infographics, visualized reports, or story maps).
• Interest in nonprofit sector communications, public service, or community engagement.
• Familiarity with accessibility standards and practices.
• Experience using analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Facebook Insights) to monitor digital engagement.
• Knowledge of brand management and working within organizational style and identity guidelines.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS: 

In order to be eligible for an interview, applicants must upload the following: 

• A current resume
• A cover letter that amplifies your qualifications and interest in this position.
• You may upload up to three samples of your work, such as a webpage (screenshot or link), social media content, visual content piece (e.g., infographic), or something similar. 

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original 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. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For questions, contact Josh Gulick at joshua-gulick@uiowa.edu.

Benefits Highlights:

Regular salaried position. Pay Level 3A. 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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