News and Public Relations Writer/Editor

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University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hiring a News and Public Relations Writer/Editor. This role reports to the senior director of strategic communications and contributes advanced editorial expertise to support the university's strategic communication efforts by creating, coordinating, and disseminating news that enhances the institution's reputation and engages stakeholders. The position also manages day-to-day newsroom operations and exercises delegated editorial authority to align with university priorities.

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Serve as primary editorial partner for university's news and strategic communications operation
Create, coordinate, and disseminate news and information to enhance the institution's reputation
Provide continuity for daily newsroom operations and exercise delegated editorial authority
Require exceptional news judgment and strong collaboration skills
Utilize knowledge of Associated Press style and experience with new media and social networking technologies
Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communication, English, or related field plus two years professional experience
Preferred qualifications include five years' experience in a news organization
Criminal history background check required
Minimum posted salary: $60,000 per year
Position located in the Office of University Communication

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Click on “Apply to this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format. Please attach 3-5 examples of authored stories or a link as one document using Online Portfolio.

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Working Title	News and Public Relations Writer/Editor
Department	Office of University Communication-0852
Requisition Number	S_260445
Posting Open Date	06/08/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)	06/26/2026
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Description of Work	Reporting to the senior director of strategic communications, this position serves as a primary editorial partner for the university’s news and strategic communications operation. This role supports the university’s strategic communication efforts by contributing advanced editorial expertise to the creation, coordination and dissemination of news and information that enhances the institution’s reputation, engages key stakeholders and aligns with university goals. Working closely with the senior director of strategic communications, this position provides continuity for day-to-day newsroom operations and exercises delegated editorial authority in support of established priorities. The role requires exceptional news judgment, strong collaboration skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced newsroom environment. Please include 3-5 examples of authored stories or link to online portfolio with application. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska’s preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered 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: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination
Minimum Required Qualifications	Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communication, English or related field plus two years professional experience in a newsroom, agency or for an organization conducting public relations and communications. Ability to identify and seek sources for news stories necessary. Ability to develop communication strategy and management functions essential. Must have knowledge of and experience using Associated Press style. Experience in converging new technologies in news delivery such as new media and social networking technologies helpful necessary.
Preferred Qualifications	Five years experience working for a news organization desirable.
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	$60,000/yr 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. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format. Please attach 3-5 examples of authored stories or a link as one document using Online Portfolio.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact	Troy Fedderson TFEDDERSON@UNL.EDU 402-472-8515
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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