Communications Specialist

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, this position will provide writing, research, and marketing support for a wide range of education, information, and promotion resources and initiatives.

Responsibilities of this position will include writing articles and newsletters, responding to inquiries and emails, conducting interviews and interacting with media and news stations, managing social media, updating and developing content for the website, menu boards, and brochures, supervising student employees, and developing and evaluating marketing campaigns.

Our ideal candidate will have excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to foster excellent working relationships. They will have the aptitude to work independently and take initiative in seeking out solutions.

Responsibilities:

Develops and drafts communication content and assists in the execution of the communications strategy in support of unit communication goals.

• 20% 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
• 30% Writes, edits, and publishes content for various communication projects and marketing platforms to align with strategic initiatives and established communication campaigns
• 5% Provides project management and execution of communications programs, initiatives, and tactical plans
• 5% Supervise and train student employees assisting with communications and marketing related tasks

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Education:

Preferred

Bachelor's Degree or specialization in communications, marketing, or relevant field

Qualifications:

Required:

• Relevant experience in performing communications and marketing activities including written content design and development
• Proficiency in using digital communication tools and social media platforms
• Demonstrated ability to use Adobe suite software applications for creating, editing and publishing digital media and related projects

Preferred:

• Experience applying media relations principles
• Demonstrated ability to use photography to create webpage content and marketing materials

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

Salary:

Minimum $50,000 ANNUAL (12 months)

Depending on Qualifications

The minimum salary for this position is $50,000, however, actual salary will depend on experience and qualifications. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Additional benefits information can be found at: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/fasl.pdf

Additional Information:

• Evaluation/Probationary Period may be required
• The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States by the start of the appointment.
• University sponsorship is not available for this position.

How to Apply:

Click on the "Apply Online" button to start the application process. You will be prompted to upload the following documents/application materials:

Resume (required) - Detail your educational and professional background

Cover letter (required) - Refer to your related work experience

It is important that your cover letter and resume reflect your experience for this position related to the Qualifications section. Your application materials will be used during our evaluation to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

Candidates invited to interview will be asked to bring in their portfolio and share examples of relatable work. Examples include, but are not limited to, social media posts, newsletters, websites, etc.

Contact:

Deborah Holland

deborah.holland@wisc.edu

608-263-2941

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:

310729-AS

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