Communications Coordinator

University of New Hampshire, United States

Updated: 2 months ago
Location: Durham, PENNSYLVANIA
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Position Details
Summary


Operating Title Communications Coordinator
Long Classification Title Communication Information Specialist II
Campus Location Durham
Department UNH Marine Sciences and Ocean Engineering
Summary of Position
The Communications Coordinator is the lead content creator for PREP, tasked with developing and managing projects, as well as representing PREP in collaborative communication efforts, including those with external partners. From initial concept to post-production, the Communications Coordinator generates creative and innovative print and digital content (writing, graphics, photo, etc.) to maximize the impact and visibility of PREP and PREP-supported activities for diverse target audiences. The Communications Coordinator must demonstrate strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills and possess a clear understanding of audience identification and engagement. The Communications Coordinator’s primary role will be to engage with staff and partners to produce and manage content. The Communications Coordinator will work across external partners and with UNH departments/programs to design and execute science communication projects that benefit PREP, the Piscataqua Region Watershed communities and UNH. Occasional travel and coverage of evening/weekend events is to be expected.
Acceptable minimum level of education Bachelor's
Acceptable minimum years of experience 3 years
Additional Job Information
Posting Number PS4405FY24
Other minimum qualifications
1. 3-5 years’ work experience that demonstrates effectiveness in media, journalism, science communication, marketing, public relations, outreach, social media, digital design, and/or other related fields.
2. Experience writing science-related or technical content for non-science audiences and the public.
3. Ability to handle multiple projects at a given time, and to establish and achieve project success outcomes.
4. Skills or interest in learning one or more of the following: digital photography, digital videography/editing/production, basic skills in graphic design (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva), WordPress (or similar), data visualization (ArcGIS, ESRI StoryMaps), and/or social media management.
5. Team-oriented, enthusiastic, open-minded, adaptable, and creative individual with experience and passion related to marine/estuarine/environmental science and natural resource management.
6. Ability to work independently without requiring detailed management review of general work.
Additional Preferred Qualifications
1. Experience reading and summarizing research results, interviewing scientific investigators in indoor and outdoor settings, and translating research findings to the appropriate audience(s).
2. Knowledge of proofreading, editing, and appropriate style guides.
3. Awareness or an interest in local and regional coastal, marine, and environmental topics.
4. Abiliy to utilize multimedia platforms for storytelling and/or data visualization, such as ArcGIS ESRI StoryMaps.
Salary Information
Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/59421
Percent Time Information (FTE) 1.0
Grade 18
EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.
Institution Information
The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.
 
The UNH Diversity Resource Guide with information and programming available in the seacoast area, New Hampshire, and the region can be found here: https://www.unh.edu/hr/diversity-resource-guide

Posting Details


Posting Date 01/30/2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Closing Date
Posting Open to Internal Candidates Only? No
Interested Internal Candidates Exist? No
Job Category Salaried Staff (Exempt)
Appointment Type Grant Funded
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