Strategic Content & Communications Specialist

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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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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.

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