Communications Specialist

🇺🇸 Gainesville, FL

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $50K - $55K

💻 Communications

🗓️ September 7th, 2025

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Edtech.com's Summary

University of Florida is hiring a Communications Specialist for the School of Forest, Fisheries, & Geomatics Sciences. This role develops and manages scientific and educational communications materials, oversees website and social media content, designs promotional materials, and coordinates events to enhance the school's visibility to internal and external audiences.

Highlights

Develop and prepare content such as photos, articles, blogs, and videos for diverse communications media including UF/IFAS and external platforms.
Manage and update the FFGS website and social media accounts to boost traffic and engagement.
Design and disseminate digital and print promotional materials, including newsletters and event materials.
Coordinate event planning activities and maintain job board interfaces and listservs.
Required: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least one year of related experience or equivalent combination.
Preferred: Master's degree with three years of experience or Bachelor's degree with five years of experience, plus skills in editing, graphic design, web development, and photography.
Proficient with Terminal Four (T4), WordPress, Adobe Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere, Illustrator), Canva, Microsoft Office, and general social media management.
Experience in science or environmental outreach, communications, and marketing preferred.
Competence using generative AI technologies for content creation and media solutions.
Compensation range: $50,000 - $55,000, commensurate with education and experience.