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Open Date  | 05/15/2025
Requisition Number  | PRN41913B
Job Title  | Marketing/Communications Specialist
Working Title  | Marketing/Communications Specialist
Job Grade  | E
FLSA Code  | Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code?  | No
Standard Hours per Week  | 40
Full Time or Part Time?  | Full Time
Shift  | Day
Work Schedule Summary  |
VP Area  | Academic Affairs
Department  | 00065 - Elect & Computer Engineering
Location  | Campus
City  | Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment  | External Posting
Pay Rate Range  | 50000 to 57000 DOE
Close Date  | 07/14/2025
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)  | 06/02/2025
Job Summary  | The Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) Department in the John and Marcia Price College of Engineering is seeking an experienced and talented individual to join our team as a Marketing and Communications Specialist. This position is responsible for designing, coordinating, and executing a wide range of marketing/communications projects for the department to increase visibility among key audiences and ensure effective internal and external communications. Performs a variety of writing, design, and project management tasks while using good judgment and strong interpersonal skills to plan and execute marketing/communications strategies. Utilizes traditional and electronic publishing technologies to produce communications that implement project objectives. The preferred applicant will have excellent written and verbal communication abilities, be self-motivated, professional, and have a service-minded mentality to help bring ECE’s vision and mission forward. About our Team: As a student-focused organization, it is the mission of the John and Marcia Price College of Engineering to prepare students for leadership positions and professional practice in academia, industry, and government; to improve the productivity, health, safety, and enjoyment of human life through leading-edge research; and to stimulate and grow the economy by providing qualified engineering professionals and by transferring the technologies developed in Price College of Engineering research to the private sector.At the University of Utah Price College of Engineering, we ask a lot of our employees, which is why we give so much in return. In addition to your competitive salary, medical/dental/vision/life plan and up to 14.2% contribution to your retirement plan, we have the following perks:· Flexibility: Some telework options and flextime schedules are available for all employees with supervisor approval. This position may be approved for working 2-3 days remotely.· Office Culture: We have a highly collaborative office on the University of Utah campus. Employees have access to a full kitchen, and you have access to the Starley Café located in the Warnock Engineering Building for affordable and easy lunch options. We offer several opportunities to engage and get to know your co-workers. Dress code is relaxed business/casual—we want you to be comfortable.· Wellness in action: Take advantage of our many health and wellness programs on-campus and virtually. This includes mental health and resiliency support, discount on outdoor recreation rentals and Eccles Student Life Center, nutrition services, and more.· Community: Discounts and sometimes free admissions to arts, cultural, museum, lectures, and select sporting events on campus.· Learning: In addition to the many free educational opportunities on campus, the University offers 50% tuition reduction for eligible employees and their families. We also offer professional development opportunities to develop your skills.Other benefits and services include:· Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)· Supplemental Retirement Savings Plans [403(b), Roth 403(b), 457(b)]· WellU Employee Wellness Program· Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)· Supplemental Life Insurance· Employee Assistance Program (EAP)· Long Term Care Insurance· Hyatt Legal Plans· UESP 529 College Savings Plan· Auto-Home Insurance· Family and Medical Leave Act

Responsibilities  | 1. Develops and executes marketing/communication plans by utilizing traditional and electronic publishing technologies; projects may include but are not limited to public relations/news writing, special events management, advertising, and social media management.

2. Develops and communicates department information on various projects to its stakeholders, both internal and external. Organizes and assists with set up for recurring and annual department events such as Monthly Social Hour and Annual Thanksgiving Dinner.

3. Responsible for monitoring effectiveness of marketing/communication tactics and adjusting communication plans as necessary.

4. Collaborates with the Department and other clientele to conceptualize on various projects.

5. Proofreads all communications and monitors media.

6. Coordinates promotions including selection and ordering of promotional items such as shirts, pens, etc., and overseeing the design, printing, mailing, and delivery of promotional materials.

7. Manages a student videographer and oversees coordination, planning, and execution of all video projects.

8. Organizes and leads monthly marketing office meeting.

9. Manages the research and development of content for publication. Manages department website and executes most changes and updates to website using WordPress.

10. Manages changes and updates to online department calendar as well as managing department social media channels and YouTube page.

11. Coordinates and executes marketing communication projects for the ECE Program at the Utah Asia Campus.

12. Develops and adheres to project timelines.

13. Ensures that distributed material is accurate and timely. Assists in creating printed marketing materials for various events or courses upon request.

14. May perform other related technical duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications  | Bachelor’s degree English, Journalism, Communications, or related field plus 3 years of related experience, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills; familiarity with a variety of computer software; project management and strong interpersonal skills; ability to work both individually and in a team setting.

Some areas may require additional experience with specific computer systems and may require skills in interviewing, ad copy writing, editing, photography, web writing, graphic design, audio & video production, and oral presentation.

Master’s degree in a related field may be preferred.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences  | Experience in news style writing, social media marketing strategy, WordPress, and basic graphic design preferred. A writing sample must be uploaded with the application.
Type  | Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary  |
Additional Information  | The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients. All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
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