Public Comm Specialist

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, United States

Updated: 15 days ago
Location: Chapel Hill, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 21 May 2024

Posting Information
Posting Information


Department Carolina Public Humanities-311700
Career Area Administrative/Clerical Support
Is this an internal only recruitment? No
Posting Open Date 05/15/2024
Application Deadline 05/21/2024
Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title Public Comm Specialist - Contributing
Salary Grade Equivalent GN06
Working Title Public Comm Specialist
Position Number 00037958
Vacancy ID P019089
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-Time Permanent
If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment
Hours per week 40
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday 9 am to 5 pm
Work Location Chapel Hill, NC
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range $37,000 - $47,000
Pay Band Information
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Position Summary Information


Be a Tar Heel!
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.
One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.
University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
Carolina Public Humanities (CPH) is the public outreach arm of the College of Arts and Sciences. CPH organizes public programs on humanities-related themes for lifelong learners, runs teacher outreach activities through our subsidiary Carolina K12, and builds partnerships with community colleges around North Carolina. Our mission is to bring scholarship and faculty from UNC-CH to various communities throughout the state including public audiences, K12 teachers, alumni, civic leaders and community college students and faculty. We help fulfill the broader university mission of being ‘of the public and for the public’ and contribute humanistic knowledge and perspectives that help make the UNC the University for North Carolina.
Position Summary
The Marketing and Registration Specialist (MRS) will assist with the marketing and publicity for Carolina Public Humanities (CPH), and secure places for participants in its public programs.
The MRS will distribute content for all CPH’s social media platforms and assist the Media and Publicity Team. As a member of the CPH Programming Team, the MRS will work closely with colleagues to assist in developing long and short-term marketing goals and publicity campaigns to promote CPH public, K12, State Outreach, and Civic Education programs and projects. With input from CPH staff and partners from collaborating organizations, the MRS will implement creative and sustained media campaigns to amplify CPH’s brand recognition and inspire community members to participate in its programs. 
As leader of the Media and Publicity Team, the MRS will maintain CPH media file libraries and collaborate with CPH staff to develop printed materials including season brochures, flyers, and other materials. 
The MRS will also dedicate a portion of its time to registering participants in CPH events. It will work with CPH colleagues to develop simplified and efficient registration platforms for future programs.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
The MRS should be familiar with using all major social media platforms and have experience producing and distributing content on them. The MRS would preferably have experience running social media and marketing campaigns for arts or educational organizations. They should have broad multi-platform social media expertise, familiarity with video recording and editing technology, ability to generate and manipulate computerized images and photos. 
For the registrations part of the job, the MRS will need to have good organizational skills, familiarity with the most common office applications (word, excel, PowerPoint, etc.), and be detail oriented. Familiarity with Google Forms, Qualtrics, and other forms of online registering would be ideal.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
A candidate with an understanding of the academic community, and who has a personal interest in the humanities and liberal arts will enjoy this job and be an asset to CPH. Preferred candidate will be familiar with working in higher education.
Required Licenses/Certifications
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
N/A
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Position/Schedule Requirements
Special Instructions
For the Cover Letter, please outline your media, communications, and outreach experience. For the References contact information, we would like an email, telephone number, and an address if possible.
Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/280441

Contact Information


Office of Human Resources Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to [email protected]
Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

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