Communications Specialist

East Carolina University, United States

Updated: 18 days ago
Location: Greenville, SOUTH CAROLINA
Deadline: 24 May 2024

Position Details
Position Information


Job Title Communications Specialist
Position Number 400502
Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Time-Limited Yes
Department Homepage https://www.coastalstudiesinstitute.org/
Advertising Department COASTAL STUDIES INSTITUTE (CSI)
Division Academic Affairs
Classification Title 10300 University Program Assoc
Competency Level 2 - Journey
Working Title Communications Specialist
Number of Vacancies 1
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.0
Full Time or Part Time Full Time
Recruitment Range $35,589 - $55,986
Anticipated Hiring Range $43,000 - $50,000
Salary Grade Equivalency GN07
Work Schedule Monday-Friday
Work Hours 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Position Location (City) Greenville
Job Category Staff - Professional
Organizational Unit Overview
The Communications Specialist is a new position for a growing partnership focused on innovation, workforce development, and economic development across eastern North Carolina. This position will support the growth of North Carolina Ecosystem Technology (NC EcoTech), a prospective Regional Innovation Engine with support from the National Science Foundation. The Communications Specialist is responsible for implementing the organization’s strategic communications plan by designing effective and innovative communications including original publications, articles, graphics, briefing materials, press releases, social media posts, and employee messaging.
Through the deployment of EcoTech solutions in coastal resilience and aquaculture, NC EcoTech aims to drive workforce and economic development and, while supporting communities in the coastal region of North Carolina. Unlike competing Engines in other topic areas, NC EcoTech addresses climate resilience stressors through cross-university collaborations, transdisciplinary research networks, strategic regional partnerships, and community engagement strategies. Ultimately, NC EcoTech aims to transform the region into a global hub of EcoTech innovation.
Job Duties
Working with our interdisciplinary team across multiple institutions, the Communications Specialist develops website content, provides program updates across multiple partners, develops and provides content to an organizational newsletter, plans and participates in organizational workshops, community events, and relevant society meetings, and manages social media accounts. This role is an integral part of the Innovation Engine’s effort to unite a region behind a big idea of eastern NC becoming a national leader in this new technology. More information on NC EcoTech and this position can be found here .
This position may be eligible for Flexible Work Arrangements (FWA) under the East Carolina University (ECU) FWA Policy.
In accordance with the ECU FWA Policy, this position requires you to live within a reasonable commuting distance of ECU. 
*This position can be located in Greenville, NC or Wanchese, NC.  
Minimum Education/Experience
Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
License or Certification required by statute or regulation
NA
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
Experience in advertising, marketing, media, promotions or public relations is preferred. Fluency in technical computing skills is preferred to implement the communications plan.
License or Certification required by the Department
NA
Special Instructions to Applicant
  • Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application. Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section.
  • If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment).
  • Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Job Open Date 05/14/2024
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date; If no closing date is indicated, the position will be posted until filled and may close at any time after the recruitment has been completed. 05/24/2024
Open Until Filled No
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/71214
Alternate option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
AA/EOE
East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA[email protected] .
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.
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 (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to [email protected]. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.

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