University of Delaware Hiring for Communications Specialist I, College of Arts and Sciences at Delaware, United States Full Time

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Job No: 499398
Work Type: Staff
Location: Newark/Hybrid
Categories: Communications & Public Relations, Full
Time

PAY GRADE: 29E

CONTEXT OF THE JOB:

The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) at the University of
Delaware is nationally recognized for its exceptional educational
experiences and for integrating instruction, research, and public
engagement. With 24 academic departments in the arts, humanities,
social sciences, and natural sciences, more than 25 centers,
programs, and institutes, and featuring outstanding research and
teaching facilities, CAS serves over 7,500 students, is supported
by approximately 400 staff, and maintains annual operating
expenditures of over $121M. The College’s 600 faculty members
emphasize the enduring value of an arts and sciences education and
a deep commitment to excellence in scholarship and all forms of
creative and intellectual expression, with sponsored research
expenditures totaling more than $38.6M per fiscal year.

The Communications Team within the College of Arts and Sciences
provides communications and marketing support and services for all
departments, programs, and centers across the College. Under the
direction of the Director, Communications, the Communications
Specialist I performs a variety of communications duties to ensure
the success and efficiency of CAS Communications, and in support of
the CAS mission and strategic direction.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists the Communications Team in the general flow of all work
  requests for the CAS Communications Team, including managing the
  TDX system, ProofHub, and other communications and creative work
  management tools.
• Assists the Director, Communications with compilation and
  reporting on project request data. Works with members of the
  Communications Team to develop content for a variety of print and
  digital marketing and communications outlets, including websites,
  UDaily, Blue Hen Family Hub, social media platforms, other CAS and
  UD communications tools, and print publications-targeting both
  internal and external audiences.
• Monitors and traffics the Communications Team email inbox;
  maintains CAS email mailing lists for external communications; and
  maintains other organizational tools for the team.
• Works with the Director, Communications on managing the
  COMMversation group and other team outreach to CAS units.
• Manages the day-to-day activities of the CAS Communications’
  internship program.
• Provides communications support for college events-internal and
  external-including Dean’s events, admissions events,
  graduation/convocation, and other UD-wide efforts.
• Provides on-campus communications support for the Enrollment
  Management Team and unit’s enrollment efforts.
• Manages CAS Comms MailChimp account.
• Stays current with University branding standards and marketing
  policies and serves as a resource for faculty.
• Provides communications support as needed, including branding
  of video and presentation, internal projects, support for social
  media, marketing, Dean’s communications, and special projects.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, public relations,
  communications, or a related discipline and three years of
  job-related experience, or an equivalent combination of education
  and experience.
• Knowledge of public relations and communications tactics,
  including internal and external communications, presentation
  skills, events, and marketing communications.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication
  skills.
• Knowledge of copyediting and proofreading, and familiarity with
  editorial style.
• Effective organizational skills and attention to detail, with
  the ability to operate independently and to use sound judgment,
  initiative, and discretion in all interactions with
  constituents.
• Knowledge of creative and project management principles.
• Ability to communicate effectively and interact well with a
  wide range of professional colleagues.
• Proficiency in Windows, Microsoft Office, and other electronic
  communication (newsletter, email marketing, and social media).
• Experience and interest in creative use of social media and web
  content management systems preferred.
• Experience and interest in video production and branding
  preferred.
• Knowledge of University academic programs, policies, and
  procedures desirable.
• Demonstrates an understanding and consideration of the
  differing needs and concerns of individuals with varying
  identities, cultures and backgrounds.
• Committed to fostering a workplace culture of belonging, where
  diversity is celebrated and equity is a core value.

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Action
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on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity
or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital
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Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act
of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII
of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and
University policies. The University of Delaware also prohibits
unlawful harassment including sexual harassment and sexual
violence.

Applications close: Nov 11 2022 Eastern Standard Time

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