Marketing Communication Specialists

Regular work hours are generally Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with the flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed for special events.

Designs, coordinates, and executes a wide range of marketing/communications initiatives. Performs a variety of writing, design, and project management tasks while using sound judgment and strong interpersonal skills to plan and execute marketing/communications strategies. Utilizes traditional and electronic publishing technologies to produce communications that support project objectives.

This person will assist with communications operations and tasks of the Office of the EVPAA as directed by the communications director. This person will help craft both internal and external messaging for the Executive Vice President and other campus leaders. Duties may include managing/coordinating annual faculty awards communication/project and Truth in Tuition communication/project, as well as assisting with writing talking points, newsletter articles, @theU articles, etc. They will also help manage the EVPAA’s social media accounts and may be asked to collaborate with other communications and marketing professionals in Academic Affairs to complete larger projects.

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The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.

Engage in the development and execution of strategic marketing communications to efficiently support EVPAA Office projects across various communication channels. Create communication programs that promote the organization and its projects through various means including blogs and social media, websites, logos, or other promotional products. Collaborate with external partners/vendors to execute promotional events and campaigns. Develop a calendar for social media campaigns. Assist in analyzing marketing data to help shape future marketing strategies

Marketing Communication Specialist, I

Department Specefic Responsibilites

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Marketing Communication Specialist, I: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master’s (or equivalency) degree.

Marketing Communication Specialist, II: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.

Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or a related field and three to five years of experience in a communications role. Experience in internal communications, public relations, and/or social media is preferred.

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This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.


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