Communications Specialist – HigherEdJobs

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for independently planning, coordinating, and implementing various communications, outreach, and event strategies designed to support the department’s strategic priorities; while working closely with other college, department level, and UW Foundation communication professionals. The Communication Specialist will help the department engage with a variety of communication modes including websites, video, print and social media, and provide initiative to embrace emerging communication trends. This position requires an understanding of the needs and interests of the department’s stakeholders and the ability to work with a variety of internal and external constituencies.

Responsibilities:

Develops and drafts communication content and assists in the execution of the communications strategy in support of unit communication goals.

• 10% Monitors reach and effectiveness of communication campaigns, projects, and initiatives
• 10% Plans editorial content according to established goals and objects
• 20% Communicates with stakeholders to verify requests and identify editorial resources
• 20% Writes, edits, and publishes content for various communication projects and marketing platforms to align with strategic initiatives and established communication campaigns
• 20% Provides project management and execution of communications programs, initiatives, and tactical plans
• 10% Interacts with alumni, advancement officers, donors and faculty to cultivate and maintain relationships that promote the growth of the teaching and research mission of the department.
• 10% Plans and executes department events

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

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Education:

Preferred
Bachelor’s Degree

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:
2+ years experience in event planning, executive assistance, or communications.
Canva, Adobe Suite, or equivalent graphic design program.
Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, and WordPress.
Excellent written communication skills as evidenced by writing sample and cover letter.

Preferred Qualifications:
Website and social media experience.
Communications experience including Outreach, Stakeholder development and engagement.

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $58,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications

Additional Information:

The successful candidate will be self-motivated, enthusiastic, and willing to accept and initiate new projects and learn new skills on a regular basis. They will also have a team-oriented work style, a proven ability to focus and independently oversee and organize multiple projects simultaneously and with tight deadlines, strict attention to detail with excellent time management and organizational skills, strong communication, independent problem-solving skills, and critical and conceptual thinking skills.

How to Apply:

To apply please click on “Apply Now” and following online instructions. Cover letter, Resume, and a small portfolio consisting of one design sample and one writing sample required (please upload as one PDF document). Questions regarding this position should be directed to Cheryl Harris.

Contact:

Cheryl Harris
cjharris5@wisc.edu
608-262-1608
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title:

Communications Specialist(CM004)

Department(s):

A19-COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING/MATERIALS SCIENCE & ENGR

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Renewable

Job Number:

292423-AS

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