Communications Specialist (Media)
- Employer
- Alcorn State University
- Location
- Mississippi, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- May 10, 2022
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Job Details
Purpose of Job
The Incumbent serves as an informational linkage between the SAAS, community, students, and University stakeholders. He/she provides a full-range of communication strategies, services and products connecting the public with research-based and technical Information to Improve their quality of life.
Scope of Responsibilities
Essential Job Functions
Provides leadership in development and Implementation of strategic marketing and communication plans for the SAAS .
Manages the School’s media and communications unit.
Advises on communication strategies, technologies, and procedures.
Implements a strategic marketing and communications plan for the SAAS .
Establishes and maintains effective relationships with representatives of the public media.
Develops and distributes press releases, publications and media advisories.
Acquires professional and production services from external sources as required.
Coordinates development and application of distance education technologies.
Seeks funding to support production projects and technology enhancement.
Works collaboratively with the University’s Office of Marketing and Communications to ensure programs, events and activities are effectively promoted.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Licensing and Certifications
N/A
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of communications best practices
Knowledge of university policies, principles and strategies
Recruitment, management, sales and/or knowledge of higher education Excellent communication skills, verbal, written and Interpersonal Outstanding organizational and planning abilities
Proficient command of the English language Excellent organizational skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Ability to effectively incorporate the use of technology and Social Media to deliver communication services
Ability to think analytically
Ability to prioritize and organize work
Physical Requirements
Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas
No
Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds
Not Required
Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds
Not Required
Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds
Not Required
Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds
Not Required
Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds
Not Required
Travel
Occasionally
Extended Work Hours
Occasionally
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S809
Number of Vacancies
1
Location
Lorman
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
05/10/2022
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
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Multi Media
- Writing Sample
- Letter of Recommendation (Professional)
- Letter of Recommendation (Personal)
- Letter of Recommendation (Professional or Personal)
Company
A great educational choice, Alcorn State University in Mississippi is a place of purpose, history, and discovery, and the nation's oldest, land-grant HBCU
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