Marketing and Communications Specialist I

🇺🇸 St. Lucie, FL

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $50K - $60K

💻 Marketing

🗓️ September 18th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

UF/IFAS Indian River Research and Education Center is hiring a Marketing and Communications Specialist I. The role involves planning, developing, and implementing strategic communications to enhance the center's visibility and reputation. The specialist manages outreach channels, creates and edits digital and print content, coordinates branding efforts, and supports event promotion and outreach activities.

Highlights

Develop and implement integrated strategic communications plans aligned with UF/IFAS branding.
Manage social media, blogs, website content, and track digital communication efforts.
Create and edit content for various media, focusing on digital platforms including newsletters and promotional materials.
Provide graphic design, document formatting, and multimedia support.
Collaborate with UF/IFAS Communications to maintain branding consistency and coordinate content calendars.
Monitor and evaluate communication strategy effectiveness and provide status reports.
Maintain IRREC web pages, calendar, personnel directory, and marketing equipment inventory.
Required qualifications: Bachelor's degree with two years relevant experience or equivalent; valid driver's license.
Preferred qualifications: Master's degree in communications or related field; experience in agricultural and natural resources industries.
Expected salary range: $50,000 - $60,000, commensurate with education and experience.