Specialist, Communication

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title
Specialist, Communication

FLSA Status
Exempt

Posted Salary Range
40,000

Employment Status
Full Time

Department
Marketing and Communications

Job Summary

The communications specialist is an organized, enterprising self-starter with executive presence and a proven ability to successfully pitch and place news stories and create engaging content across all media. In addition, the communications specialist is proficient in and adaptable to new technology including production management and team collaboration software. A mastery of AP style is required.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• A proven ability to meet deadlines is required as is the ability to work in a rapid-response, team environment.
• Project management skills and ability to meet tight deadlines are a must.
• Verbal communication skills, an open, collaborative approach; and the ability to maintain confidentiality are necessary for success in this role.
• Demonstrated experience in researching topics, interviewing and writing varied news and feature stories as well as pitching and placing news stories are essential.
• A desire to develop professionally and keep abreast of developing trends in communications is required.

Essential Job Functions

The communications specialist supports the communications and media relations needs for academic units and provides multimedia content and planning within the Office of Marketing and Communication.

Under the supervision of the associate vice president of marketing and communication, the communications specialist is a key member of the communications team that advises and provides support on projects that are deemed shared priorities of the university and academic units that comprise the communications team. The communications specialist will advise administrators, faculty and staff on effective communications and media relations; develop communications plans and creative briefs for major initiatives; and work collaboratively with other units in the Office of Communications and Marketing on multi-media projects and initiatives.

The communications specialist has knowledge of a broad range of journalistic and multimedia tools, such as media software for news distribution and monitoring, as well as professional guidelines for journalism and public relations. In addition, the communications specialist will have proven expertise in written and visual communication for print, web and social media, an ability to make complex research and concepts accessible to varied audiences, and proven success to pitch and place news stories regionally and nationally.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and two years of professional experience in a client facing communications, public relations role with emphasis on media relations and social media. Writing for broad audiences as well as those in higher education also is highly preferred, as is experience writing about varied topics that represent a wide range of academic disciplines.

Licensing and Certifications

N/A

Physical Requirements

Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas

Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds
Daily

Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds

Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds
Occasionally

Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds

Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds

Travel
Occasionally

Extended Work Hours
Occasionally

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
S1080

Number of Vacancies
1

Location
Lorman

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date
11/15/2024

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

EEO Statement

Alcorn State University

Equal Employment Opportunity and Notice of Non-Discrimination
Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

Advertising Summary
Excellent Benefits Package

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Unofficial Transcripts
4. Writing Sample
5. Letter of Recommendation (Professional)
6. Letter of Recommendation (Personal)
7. Letter of Recommendation (Professional or Personal)

Optional Documents

1. Multi Media