University of Vermont
Communications Coordinator
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- Plan and execute communications strategies via web, social media, and email platforms.
- Create multimedia stories targeting faculty, community members, journalists, and stakeholders.
- Manage Leahy Institute for Rural Partnerships' communication channels.
- Produce regular reports for Leahy Institute audiences.
- Coordinate marketing and communication for the annual RISE event.
- Required skills include strong writing, editing, multimedia production, and experience in social media management.
- Bachelor's degree and 3-4 years of professional communications experience required.
- Preferred experience in higher education or complex organizations.
- Anticipated salary range is $60,000 - $75,000 annually.
- Requires occasional evening/weekend work, travel, and is eligible for hybrid work schedule.
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| Advertising/Posting Title | Communications Coordinator |
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| Posting Summary | The Leahy Institute brings financial and technical assistance, access to UVM research, faculty expertise, student projects and internships, and established UVM startup and engagement programs. Together, we will collaborate on impactful solutions that drive positive change for Vermont and beyond. As the Communications Coordinator for the Office of Engagement and the Leahy Institute for Rural Partnerships you will communicate about the work and impact of the Office of Engagement to national and regional media and to UVM and community partners. The Communications Coordinator will be responsible for planning and executing strategies to reach audiences via web, social media platforms, and email communications. At the direction of the Director of the Office of Engagement, the Communications Coordinator will collaborate on department projects with staff on reports for Leahy Institute audiences. The position will plan and implement marketing strategies to promote participation in Office events and programs. Functions include: - Identifying and producing multimedia stories and content for key audiences (faculty, community members, journalists, economic development stakeholders, national rural development consortia) - Manage and develop Leahy Institute for Rural Partnerships channels (web, social, email) - Produce regular reports for Leahy Institute audiences. - Coordinate marketing and communications for annual RISE event. |
| Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) | Bachelor’s degree. Three to four years of professional communications experience, with demonstrated experience in managing social media for an organization. Strong writing and editing skills, including feature stories and press releases. Creative and persuasive communication skills. Proficiency in multimedia production. Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, and manage deadlines independently. Attention to detail. Ability to integrate data and analytics into communications products. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, social justice, the value of academic research and the promise of resilient community development. |
| Desirable Qualifications | Preferred, but not required: experience in higher education or other complex organization. |
| Anticipated Pay Range | $60,000 - $75,000 |
| Other Information | |
| Special Conditions | A probationary period may be required, Contingent on continued funding, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), Travel to and from worksites required, This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position |
| FLSA | Exempt |
| Union Position | Yes, UVMSU |
Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.
| Job Location | Burlington, Vermont, United States |
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| Job Open Date | 06/30/2026 |
| Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) | |
| Open Until Filled | No |
The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.
| Position Title | Communcations Generalist PC2 X |
|---|---|
| Posting Number | S6176PO |
| Department | Office of Engagement/10020 |
| Position Number | 00027249 |
| Percent of Full-Time | 1.0 |
| Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE | 37.5 |
| Term (months per year) | 12 |
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