Communications Specialist

Position Information

University Code 13221 University Title Communications Specialist 1 University Job Family Communications ORP Eligible No For more information on ORP, visit: Retirement Plans
Recruitment Pool All Applicants Recruitment Type Job Series Scope of Search Local Working Title Communications Specialist Position Number 579960 Is this employee on a H1B Visa? No Position Type Staff Job Status Full-Time FLSA Indicator Non-Exempt Employee Group University Employee Department Dean's Office Engineering Organizational Overview

At VCU, we Make it Real through learning, research, creativity, service and discovery — the hallmarks of the VCU experience. A premier, urban, public research university nationally recognized as one of the best employers for diversity, VCU is a great place to work. It’s a place of opportunity, where your success is supported and your career can thrive. VCU offers employees a generous leave package, career paths for advancement, competitive pay, and an opportunity to do mission-driven work.

Position Primary Purpose and General Responsibilities

Since its inception in 1996, the Virginia Commonwealth University College of Engineering has brought innovative, real-world engineering education to Central Virginia. Comprised of five different departments plus the Dean’s office, the College of Engineering enrolls more than 1,700 undergraduate and 250 graduate students in several degree programs supported by approximately 600 full-time, part-time, and student employees. The College of Engineering invites candidates to apply for the position of Communications Specialist.

This position directly supports the Engineering Career Services Department by providing and executing strategic marketing and communication for all internal and external audiences, including students, employers, faculty and staff, and parents. This position is responsible for:
- Developing, maintaining, and executing a strategic Master Communications Plan for the department
- Managing and executing the department’s strategic integrated marketing and communications campaigns, working with Engineering Marketing and Communications on projects, as necessary
- Effectively and accurately communicating service offerings to students, alumni, and existing and potential corporate partners
- Managing all communication efforts including all email, digital, and print marketing materials including targeted event promotion and communication to internal and external audiences
- Collaborating effectively and working well independently and in a team environment
- Supervising student worker and work study students
- Utilizing Microsoft Office products and Adobe Design Suite to develop marketing materials, newsletters, reports, and other documents
- Managing the messaging for the departments website, working with the College’s Webmaster to ensure all information is accurate

Minimum Hiring Standards

- Strong marketing and communication experience including some experience with strategic communication planning
-Advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Design Suite
- Experience with marketing programs through social media
-Strong organizational skills with effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including strong writing, editing and proofreading skills
-The College of Engineering at VCU supports a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment. The candidate will demonstrate experience that shows their commitment to fostering such an environment
- Strong attention to detail
-Strong customer service orientation, with commitment to quality
-Responsible, mature, self-starter with the ability to handle sensitive/confidential matters are essential qualities
-Some weekend and evening availability required

Preferred Hiring Standards

- Previous experience in similar positions within a University setting is preferred.
- Some college, or equivalent combination of college and/or related experience, is preferred
- Understanding of best practices and demonstrated experience marketing to college students and business and business communications

Required Licenses/ Certifications Anticipated Hiring Range $40,000 - $45,000 Application Process/Additional Information Campus Monroe Park Campus Hours/Week 40hrs/ week Normal Work Days/Hours Monday-Friday/8:00 a.m. - 5:00 Job Open Date 05/11/2021 Posting will close on or before Open Until Filled Yes Job Category Miscellaneous Is this a restricted position? No Is this position eligible to participate in alternative work arrangements? Yes Sensitive Position No Resource Critical Yes Quick Link https://www.vcujobs.com/postings/105834 Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How many years experience do you have in Career Services in a higher education setting or related area?
   • 0-2 years
   • 3-4 years
   • 5-7 years
   • 8 or more years
2. * What are two or three strategies you would use to get students interested in and participating in career services early in their academic career?
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
3. * Describe your experience creating recruitment materials for the web and provide website locations.
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
4. * Please rate your proficiency in utilizing Microsoft Office Suites:
   • None
   • Minimal
   • Basic
   • Advanced
   • Expert

Optional & Required Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
2. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Other Document