COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST
- Employer
- University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Location
- Wisconsin, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Mar 24, 2023
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Salary:
Minimum $45,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
Job Summary:
The UW Babcock Dairy Store is seeking a Communications Specialist who will support the growing communication initiatives within the UW Babcock Dairy Store. The Dairy Store is part of the UW Babcock Dairy Plant which is one of a few university dairy plant operations in the United States. This operation serves as a dairy industry leader by linking the University's faculty, staff, students and the dairy food industries in order to address key issues resulting in the transfer of technology and communication of information.
Under general supervision of the Dairy Store Manager, the position will provide writing, research, and marketing support for a wide range of education, information, and promotion resources and initiatives.
Responsibilities:
Develops and drafts communication content and assists in the execution of the communications strategy in support of unit communication goals.
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion
Education:
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree
Degree or specialization in communications or marketing preferred
Qualifications:
Preferred Experience:
1-3 years experience in design written content development (internship or professional experience).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of WordPress and media relations principles.
- Experience with photography to create webpage content and marketing materials.
- Familiarity with content generation, analytics tracking, and audience building in social media.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to foster excellent working relationships.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative in seeking out solutions.
Work Type:
Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.
Appointment Type, Duration:
Ongoing/Renewable
Additional Information:
The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS) is committed to maintaining and growing a culture that embraces diversity, inclusion, and equity, believing that these values are foundational elements of our excellence and fundamental components of a positive and enriching learning and working environment for all students, faculty, and staff. At CALS, we acknowledge that bias, prejudice, racism, and hate have historically occurred in many forms that cause significant and lasting harm to members of our community. We commit to taking actions each day toward a college that is inclusive and welcoming to all.
How to Apply:
Please click on the "" button to start the application process. Applicants will be asked to upload a resume and cover letter outlining relevant qualifications and experiences, as well as a list of references.
Contact:
Kari Backes
kklitzman@wisc.edu
608-265-4039
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Official Title:
Communications Specialist(CM004)
Department(s):
A07-COL OF AG & LIFE SCIENCES/FOOD SCIENCE/DAIRY PLT
Employment Class:
Academic Staff-Renewable
Job Number:
274641-AS
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/
Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department .
Applications Open: Mar 24 2023 Central Daylight Time
Applications Close: Apr 15 2023 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time
Minimum $45,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
Job Summary:
The UW Babcock Dairy Store is seeking a Communications Specialist who will support the growing communication initiatives within the UW Babcock Dairy Store. The Dairy Store is part of the UW Babcock Dairy Plant which is one of a few university dairy plant operations in the United States. This operation serves as a dairy industry leader by linking the University's faculty, staff, students and the dairy food industries in order to address key issues resulting in the transfer of technology and communication of information.
Under general supervision of the Dairy Store Manager, the position will provide writing, research, and marketing support for a wide range of education, information, and promotion resources and initiatives.
Responsibilities:
Develops and drafts communication content and assists in the execution of the communications strategy in support of unit communication goals.
- 30% Monitors reach and effectiveness of communication campaigns, projects, and initiatives
- 25% Plans editorial content according to established goals and objects
- 15% Communicates with stakeholders to verify requests and identify editorial resources
- 20% Writes, edits, and publishes content for various communication projects and marketing platforms to align with strategic initiatives and established communication campaigns
- 10% Provides project management and execution of communications programs, initiatives, and tactical plans
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion
Education:
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree
Degree or specialization in communications or marketing preferred
Qualifications:
Preferred Experience:
1-3 years experience in design written content development (internship or professional experience).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of WordPress and media relations principles.
- Experience with photography to create webpage content and marketing materials.
- Familiarity with content generation, analytics tracking, and audience building in social media.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to foster excellent working relationships.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative in seeking out solutions.
Work Type:
Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.
Appointment Type, Duration:
Ongoing/Renewable
Additional Information:
The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS) is committed to maintaining and growing a culture that embraces diversity, inclusion, and equity, believing that these values are foundational elements of our excellence and fundamental components of a positive and enriching learning and working environment for all students, faculty, and staff. At CALS, we acknowledge that bias, prejudice, racism, and hate have historically occurred in many forms that cause significant and lasting harm to members of our community. We commit to taking actions each day toward a college that is inclusive and welcoming to all.
How to Apply:
Please click on the "" button to start the application process. Applicants will be asked to upload a resume and cover letter outlining relevant qualifications and experiences, as well as a list of references.
Contact:
Kari Backes
kklitzman@wisc.edu
608-265-4039
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Official Title:
Communications Specialist(CM004)
Department(s):
A07-COL OF AG & LIFE SCIENCES/FOOD SCIENCE/DAIRY PLT
Employment Class:
Academic Staff-Renewable
Job Number:
274641-AS
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/
Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department .
Applications Open: Mar 24 2023 Central Daylight Time
Applications Close: Apr 15 2023 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time
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