Communications Specialist I

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University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hiring a Communications Specialist I to create, write, edit, and maintain compelling content across various platforms including social media, websites, email marketing, and publications. The role involves building public awareness for the Agronomy & Horticulture department's research and educational initiatives while collaborating with leadership and communications teams to strategically promote department accomplishments and goals.

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Develop and maintain high-quality content for social media, website, email marketing, print, and video platforms.
Increase public awareness and support for Agronomy & Horticulture research, extension, teaching, and learning.
Collaborate with department leadership, faculty, and staff to identify priority projects and content needs.
Work closely with IANR and UNL Communications to share strategic messaging and amplify stories of broad interest.
Required skills include strong written communication, content development for marketing platforms, teamwork, and social media experience.
Preferred qualifications include familiarity with agronomy and horticulture, video/audio/photo production tools, web management, HTML, and design tools.
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field; relevant experience can substitute for education.
Criminal background check required; no driving or physical requirements.
Starting salary minimum of $51,000 per year.
Employment includes comprehensive benefits such as paid time off, insurance options, scholarships, and retirement plans.

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Working Title	Communications Specialist I
Department	Agronomy & Horticulture-0827
Requisition Number	S_260076
Posting Open Date	02/03/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)	02/17/2026
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Description of Work	As a Communications Specialist I, you will: Identify, write, edit, develop, and maintain high-quality and compelling content across a wide range of platforms which may include social media, website, email marketing efforts, online and print publications and video. Build public awareness and support for the research, extension, teaching and learning taking place in the Agronomy & Horticulture department. Play a key role in the strategic communication of the Agronomy & Horticulture department’s accomplishments and goals, as well as with recruitment and stakeholder engagement. Collaborate with Agronomy & Horticulture leadership, faculty, and staff to identify areas and projects of high priority and to gather information for content creation. Work closely with IANR Communications to identify and amplify compelling Agronomy & Horticulture stories of broad interest, as well as to share strategic IANR and UNL Communications messaging. Work samples will be requested of top candidates as part of the interview process. About Us At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming and supportive work environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place ot build your career and make a real impact in Nebraska. When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy: Ample paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Employee & dependent scholarship program to pursue higher education Generous retirement plans with university match Learn more about working for UNL: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus As an EO employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See *https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination*
Minimum Required Qualifications	Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field; additional relevant experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis. Experience with social media channels in a professional capacity. Ability to work as part of a team. Ability to develop content for a range of marketing platforms. Strong written communication skills. Excellent organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications	The following qualifications are preferred, but not required: Familiarity with Agronomy & Horticulture Familiarity with video/audio/photo production tools. Experience with web management and html. Familiarity with professional design tools.
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required	No
Physical Required	No
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.	No
Criminal History Background Check Required	Yes
Posted Salary	$51,000/year minimum
How to Apply	Click on “Apply to this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact	Svetlana Chistopolskaya, schistopolskaya2@unl.edu
Job Category (old)	Managerial/Professional
Job Type	Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)
Work Location (City, State)	Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?	No
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