University Of Alaska System Fairbanks , AK 99701
Posted 3 weeks ago
The UAF College of Liberal Arts is hiring a part-time staff writer to work with the CLA Public Information Officer. The staff writer will create engaging content for various platforms, collaborate with faculty, staff, and students to highlight the college's achievements and support the dissemination of key messages to diverse audiences. Join us in promoting the dynamic and impactful work of our academic community.
The University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) College of Liberal Arts is seeking a talented and motivated Staff Writer to join our CLA Public Information Officer team. Responsibilities include writing engaging content for various platforms, collaborating with faculty, staff, and students to highlight the college's achievements through news articles, press releases, and similar outlets, and acting as editor-in-chief for Clarity Magazine.
To thrive in this position, the ideal candidate will possess excellent writing and editing skills, a passion for storytelling, and the ability to work well under pressure while meeting deadlines consistently.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Journalism, Communications, English or a related field and one year of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Position Details:
This position is located on the Troth Yeddha campus in Fairbanks. This is a part-time (20 hours per week), non-exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package.
UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 77, based on education and experience.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified.
Please submit the following with your application for full consideration:
1.Cover Letter
2.Resume / CV
3.Three (3) examples of published work
4.Names of three (3) professional references with phone and email contact information
The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.
UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination.
The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Miriam Stelges, CLA HR Coordinator, at uaf-cla-hr@alaska.edu or (907-474-7231.
All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.
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