Communications Specialist

University of Idaho, United States

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Moscow, IDAHO
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Internal Posting?
Posting Number SP004319P
Position Title Communications Specialist
Division/College WWAMI Medical Education Program
Department Medical Education Program
Location Moscow
Posting Context Statement
The Idaho WWAMI Communication Specialist ensures effective internal and external communications by leading and collaborating on communication and marketing efforts within the unit and across campus. This position advances the reputation of IdahoWWAMI and its programs by acting as the chief content strategist to create purposeful and creative communications that are tied to the University’s brand and messaging. The incumbent provides communications and marketing in a variety of areas, including alumni relations, enrollment, advancement, social media, media and public relations, special events, and publications. The Communication Specialist will report to the Program Manager of the WWAMI Medical Education Program.
Position Overview
The Communications Specialist for the WWAMI Medical Education Program provides marketing and communications support for the program, as well as for research programs such as Idaho Project ECHO and the North Idaho Area Health Education Center. The incumbent provides communications and marketing strategies and information in a variety of areas to include social media, print media, public relations, advancement, special events, and various publications.
Unit URL
https://www.uidaho.edu/academics/wwami

Position Qualifications


Required Experience
  • Journalistic writing, news releases and story generation
  • Editing and proofreading professionally
  • Applying web design principles, printing processes, graphics formats and effective design principles
Required Education
  • Bachelor’s Degree in communications, marketing, public relations; four additional years of experience may substitute for a Bachelor’s Degree
Required Other
  • None
Additional Preferred
  • Communications or design experience, preferably in medical/healthcare education
  • Experience using Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft Publisher and other related programs
  • Demonstrated ability to work professionally with people from a variety of backgrounds
  • Demonstrated ability to work under stress, prioritize projects, perform last minute duties under deadline, and maintain confidentiality
  • Experience using various forms of social media
  • Working knowledge of web marketing principles
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
  • None
Degree Requirement Listed degree qualification is required at time of application

Posting Information


FLSA Status Overtime Eligible
Employee Category Classified
Pay Range $22.97 - $28.71 per hour, depending on experience
Type of Appointment Fiscal Year
FTE
1.0
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Funding This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. No
Posting Date 03/04/2024
Closing Date 03/18/2024
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicant Resources https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement
The University of Idaho (U of I) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, U of I does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, genetic information or status as any protected veteran or military status in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions and educational programs.

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