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Montana State University

EPSCoR Communications and Outreach Strategist

🇺🇸 Bozeman, MT

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $26 per Hour

💻 Communications

🗓️ December 15th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Montana State University is hiring an EPSCoR Communications and Outreach Strategist to lead and implement public information activities for Montana's statewide EPSCoR program, SMART FIRES. The role involves developing communication strategies, managing digital content, coordinating with stakeholders, and overseeing outreach efforts including events and publications.

Highlights
  • Lead creation and execution of communications strategy for the NSF-funded SMART FIRES project.
  • Develop and disseminate content to media, stakeholders, and the National Science Foundation.
  • Manage the EPSCoR website and social media channels, including content generation using CMS tools like Drupal or WordPress.
  • Oversee student interns involved in communications activities.
  • Create printed and digital publications such as newsletters, flyers, and reports.
  • Assist with federal reporting and communications to project participants.
  • Plan and support professional development activities and public events.
  • Requires a bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, media, or STEM with 5+ years of communications strategy experience.
  • Preferred qualifications include a master's degree, familiarity with NSF EPSCoR and SMART FIRES, web accessibility knowledge, and experience with educator resources.
  • Compensation is $26.44 per hour based on experience, working 0.75 FTE, with benefits eligibility.