Communications Specialist

Classification Title:

Communications Specialist

Job Description:

Website creation and maintenance

• Modernize and update the Center's website to host current and engaging content. Maintain this site and ensure it stays up-to-date.

• Solicit the UF community and Center membership for news to update the website.

• Report results of website effectiveness to the Director and identify opportunities for improvement.

Social media deployment

• Deploy social media platforms to relay current and engaging content. Keep current feeds sent to target audiences. Engage other social media users to help broadcast content.

• Report results of effectiveness to the Director and identify opportunities for improvement.

Newsletter creation and deployment

• Develop and deploy an email newsletter to relay current and engaging content.

• Use this to immediately help convey activities hosted by the Center to foster rebranding of the Center, and to highlight Center activities and Center member accomplishments.

• Report results of effectiveness to the Director and identify opportunities for improvement.

Email communications

• Support the Director in effective email communications to reach target audiences across Campus and in the State of Florida.

Special events

• Support the Director in organizing and hosting retreats and special events for the Center's membership, including effective communication of such events.

Expected Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree and one year of relevant experience, or an Associate's degree and 3 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing.

• Ability to plan, organize, and establish priorities to meet deadlines and maintain an orderly work schedule.

• Experience with online and print publishing.

• Experience working with the news media.

• Experience of social-media management and email newsletter tools.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of at least three professional references.

The University of Florida is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required: No