Communications Specialist I - 528799

🇺🇸 Tuscaloosa, AL 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $44K - $55K 💻 Communications 🗓️ March 11th, 2026

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Edtech.com's Summary

The University of Alabama is hiring a Communications Specialist I. This role involves writing and editing communications for departments, colleges, and divisions, developing and implementing communication plans, and coordinating production of materials across digital and physical platforms to advance strategic objectives.

Highlights

Write and edit communications targeting scientific and general audiences.
Develop and implement communication plans and tactics supporting departmental goals.
Coordinate production of digital and physical communication materials.
Support scientific communication, proposal development, media outreach, and consortium collaboration.
Translate complex research into accessible narratives for diverse stakeholders.
Use multimedia and graphic tools such as Canva and Adobe for content creation.
Collaborate closely with researchers, leadership, and external partners within the Alabama Water Institute and CIROH consortium.
Preferred qualifications include knowledge of hydrology, climate science, or Earth sciences and experience with content management and email marketing tools.
Minimum qualifications require a bachelor's degree and some experience in journalism, public relations, marketing, or communications.
Salary range is $44,200 to $55,300 annually (Salaried E6 pay grade).