Updated: 2 months ago
Location: Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 23 Feb 2024
Posting Summary
| Logo | |
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| Posting Number | STA01418PO23 |
| Job Family | Communications and Marketing |
| Job Function | Communication & PR |
| USC Market Title | Communications Coordinator |
| Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/138280 |
| Job Level | P2 - Professional |
| Business Title (Internal Title) | Communications Manager |
| Campus | Columbia |
| Work County | Richland |
| College/Division | College of Nursing |
| Department | CON College of Nursing |
| State Pay Band | 5 |
| Approved Starting Salary | $42,633 |
| Advertised Salary Range | $42,633 - $55,000 |
| Location of Vacancy | |
| Part/Full Time | Full Time |
| Hours per Week | 37.5 |
| Work Schedule | Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department. |
| Basis | 12 months |
| Job Search Category | Other |
About USC
| About University of South Carolina | From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. |
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| Inclusive Excellence Statement | At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees. |
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the About Benefits section on the Applicant Portal at uscjobs.sc.edu.
Position Description
| Advertised Job Summary | Responsible for content creation/design and management of all social media accounts to include daily management of Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn; plan, schedule, publish and analyze content posted to college accounts; monitor discussion, posts and comments across all platforms with an eye for issues management as well as prime opportunities to engage; attend events/seek out opportunities for coverage on social media throughout the college; brainstorm content ideas and pursue ideas based on data strategy and platform best practices; expand/look for new opportunities on platforms not currently used. Management of website to include weekly maintenance (edits, updates, additions, and corrections of website); write 2-3 feature news articles each month; and visual updates adhering to USC branding policies. Develops and designs college and alumni monthly e-newsletter (outlines and content). Responsible for tracking analytics and managing subscribers. Provides strategic support for design/marketing activities to include assisting with communication initiatives throughout the college, flyers, invitations, digital ads, and promotional giveaways. Coordinates external media/press. Represent the College of Nursing at university and central communications meetings and events. Assist with the placement of advertisements and marketing campaigns. Assist with college environmental projects. Creates audio visual content of college programs and activities. Responsible for all film, edit and production of b-roll, promotional and event footage. Works with IT for technical support of live streaming video venue events. |
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| Minimum Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, graphic design or similar program and 2 years experience related to the development and dissemination of informational material. |
| Preferred Qualifications | Knowledge of higher education learning environment or health care. |
| Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Knowledge of journalistic principles and practices and techniques of disseminating information to the public through news media. Knowledge of grammar, composition and style. Ability to gather, organize and present oral and written information in a clear, concise and accurate manner. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the communication media and general public. Exceptional writing and communication skills, including ability to tell a compelling story and reasonable understanding of photography. Creative self-starter with excellent design skills and the ability to create attention grabbing graphics for web and social media with a desire to develop professionally and keep abreast of developing trends in communications. Knowledge of social media, including best practices for engaging audiences in a professional context on each platform. Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and other web-based design software tools like Canva and web content management systems. Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects and work assignments, while consistently meeting deadlines. |
Job Duties
| Job Duty | Responsible for content creation/design and management of all social media accounts to include daily management of Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn; plan, schedule, publish and analyze content posted to college accounts; monitor discussion, posts and comments across all platforms with an eye for issues management as well as prime opportunities to engage; attend events/seek out opportunities for coverage on social media throughout the college; brainstorm content ideas and pursue ideas based on data strategy and platform best practices; expand/look for new opportunities on platforms not currently used. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 25 |
| Job Duty | Management of website to include weekly maintenance (edits, updates, additions, and corrections of website); write 2-3 feature news articles each month; and visual updates adhering to USC branding policies. Develops and designs college and alumni monthly e-newsletter (outlines and content). Responsible for tracking analytics and managing subscribers. |
|---|---|
| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 25 |
| Job Duty | Provides strategic support for design/marketing activities to include assisting with communication initiatives throughout the college, flyers, invitations, digital ads, and promotional giveaways. Coordinates external media/press. Represent the College of Nursing at university and central communications meetings and events. Assist with the placement of advertisements and marketing campaigns. Assist with college environmental projects. |
|---|---|
| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 25 |
| Job Duty | Creates audio visual content of college programs and activities. Responsible for all film, edit and production of b-roll, promotional and event footage. Works with IT for technical support of live streaming video venue events. |
|---|---|
| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 25 |
Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
| Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive | No |
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| Hazardous weather category | Non-Essential |
Posting Detail Information
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
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| Desired Start Date | 02/01/2024 |
| Job Open Date | 12/01/2023 |
| Job Close Date | 02/23/2024 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Special Instructions to Applicant | Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by February 23, 2024. Applicants previously submitted are still being considered. Previous applicants do not need to reapply. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC. |
| Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/159683 |
| EEO Statement | The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions. |
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