Senior Communications Specialist

University of North Texas at Dallas, United States

Updated: 16 days ago
Location: Fort Worth, TEXAS
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


UNT System Overview
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Posting Title Senior Communications Specialist
Department HSC-Marketing and Communications-380000
Job Location Fort Worth
Full Time/Part Time Full-Time
Retirement Eligibility TRS Eligible
Additional Retirement Information
For more information on retirement plan options, please visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/index.php .
Salary Information Commensurate with experience
Department Summary
The Office of Marketing & Communications tells HSC’s stories, using creative ways to engage internal audiences, prospective students and community members. We map out and implement strategic marketing and communication plans in collaboration with HSC departments and schools to showcase the university and its work in education, research and health care.
Position Overview
This position is a seasoned writer and publicity strategist who is experienced in generating compelling, persuasive copy and story opportunities for a variety of external communications vehicles. The ideal candidate is proficient in AP style and leads the development and execution of HSC’s Public Relations action plan.

Additional Posting Details


Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Ability to interact with a wide range of UNTHSC personalities.
  • Ability to synthesize highly technical and scientific data and present it in a understandable format to a lay audience.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience in a similar position at an institution of higher education or health care organization.
Required License / Registration / Certification
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Driving University Vehicle No
Security Sensitive This is a security sensitive position.
EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.
Classification Title Sr Communications Specialist
Physical Requirements Ability to communicate, Reaching, Sitting, Writing, Grasp, Talk or Hear

Job Duties


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Research, write, edit and proofread stories under the direction of senior management. Provide timely updates to the story-tracking database and work collaboratively with other marketing and communications staff.
Track and deliver public relations success metrics to be included in the department’s scorecard.
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Develop and manage standard news announcements for internal and external consumption regarding important HSC events, successes and more.
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Develop and maintain stakeholder communications and media lists, as well as a cost-effective and integrated news distribution strategy aligned with key audiences (e.g. prospective students and employees, donors, alumni).
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Manage/monitor media tracking software. 
Provide support for external speaking engagements as needed.
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Develop a calendar for media pitches/news releases, working with internal stakeholders and communications team on relevant/upcoming stories.
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Monitor situations that may adversely impact the institution’s business reputation, and, as required, recommend and develop an appropriate communications response.
Assist with crisis communication as needed.
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Provide support for external speaking engagements as needed.

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number S8006P
Position End Date (if temporary)
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/81197

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