Communications Specialist

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Job Title:

Communications Specialist

Department:

OHTECH | Communications

The Communications Specialist creates and helps distribute informative, engaging and persuasive content to promote the Ohio Technology Consortium (OH-TECH).

Responsibilities of the Communications Specialist include:

• Writes copy for various projects (which may include translating complex technology topics into simple terms). Writing assignments include news releases, case studies, feature stories, promotional and marketing copy, internal memos, event coverage and social media content.

• Oversees the organization's social media efforts.

• Produces a monthly internal newsletter.

• Provides communications support to programs.

• Assists with event planning and execution.

• Helps with website maintenance.

• Handles some photography and videography work.

The specialist position requires a self-starter and collaborative team player.

Ohio Technology Consortium staff are currently working on a hybrid schedule. This position will support in-person communications tasks and events on a regular basis.

Required Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Professional experience writing for multiple media and audiences.

• Demonstrated ability to produce engaging content on deadline and work across multiple media types.

• Experience interviewing internal and external sources.

• Familiarity with Associated Press (AP) style.

• Strong organizational and analytical skills.

• Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to shift quickly between independent production and team collaboration.

• Demonstrated ability to use or learn a variety of relevant software and tools, including Microsoft Office and web content management systems.

Desired Education/Experience

• Experience in technology and/or higher education fields.

• Experience utilizing a social media management platform such as Sprout Social or Hootsuite.

• Professional experience planning communications projects.

• Knowledge of basic graphic design and layout principles.

• Experience writing promotional video scripts and interviewing subjects on camera.

• Experience shooting and editing photos and videos is a plus.

Additional Information:

OH-TECH, the technology and information division of the Ohio Department of Higher Education (ODHE), functions as an umbrella organization for Ohio's statewide technology infrastructure organizations: the Ohio Academic Resources Network (OARnet), the Ohio Supercomputer Center (OSC) and the Ohio Library and Information Network (OhioLINK). OH-TECH provides high-tech solutions for Ohio's higher education institutions to catalyze innovation in the modern knowledge economy. OH-TECH is a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Because The Ohio State University serves as OH-TECH's fiscal and legal agent, OH-TECH staff enjoy the same benefits as other Ohio State employees, including participation in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS), the Ohio State Health Plan, employee wellness and work-life balance programs, educational benefits, discount programs and more.

Function: Marketing and Communications

Subfunction: Writing and Copyediting

Career Band: Individual Contributor - Specialized

Career Level: S1

Application Requirements

A cover letter is required with this application.

Applicant review will begin on Wednesday, March 20.

Location:

Kinnear Rd, 1224 (0374)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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