Communications Coordinator
Job Description
Position Number:
119717Title:
CoordinatorFunctional Title:
Communications CoordinatorCategory Status:
33-Exempt RegularApplicant Search Category:
StaffUniversity Authorized FTE:
1.0Unit:
ENGR-Dean-Engineering CommunicationsCampus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify someone from employment. Prior to any adverse decision, finalists have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding the background check.
The University reserves the right to rescind offers of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Offers are contingent on providing proof of employment eligibility in the United States no more than 3 days after the initial start date. If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The Office of Communications in the A. James Clark School of Engineering, University of Maryland, is seeking a Communications Coordinator to support the communications needs of multiple departments and units within the context of the Clark School’s strategic communications plan. The Communications Coordinator works to help strengthen and advance the Clark School’s reputation and identity by promoting a positive perception among the school’s general, academic, industry, and government audiences, and by supporting the School’s recruitment and partnership goals. The Coordinator conceptualizes, researches, and produces a variety of communications deliverables and assists the units covered with needs that include photos and videos, social media, marketing materials and other collateral, e-newsletter and magazine production, and website updates. The Coordinator is entrepreneurial in their work and readily collaborates with a variety of internal and external constituencies in a fast-paced environment.
The A. James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland serves as the catalyst for high-quality research, innovation, and learning, delivering on a promise that all graduates will leave ready to impact the Grand Challenges (e.g., energy, environment, security, and human health) of the 21st century. The Clark School is dedicated to leading and transforming the engineering discipline and profession, accelerating entrepreneurship, and transforming research and learning activities into new innovations that benefit millions.
Benefits Summary
Top Benefits and Perks:Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, English, public relations, or a related field (bachelor’s degree in another subject may be acceptable if supplemented by a higher degree in communications or a related field, or by extensive relevant work experience).
Experience:
- Minimum of two years of professional experience in communications, writing, editing and/or public relations with documented experience creating editorial and multimedia content, including photos, videos. Professional experience can include graduate assistantships (but not volunteer or unpaid roles).
- Experience designing and creating graphics for flyers, brochures, invitations, reports, and other material using tools such as Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, or Canva.
- Prior experience with e-newsletter production and mailing list management, including a familiarity with Mailchimp and/or other email campaign tools.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Proven writing and related skills (interviewing, researching, organizing ideas and content). Ability to tell a complex story in ways that will resonate with a designated audience.
- Photo and video creation and editing skills (using Photoshop, GIMP, or equivalent).
- Excellent editing (content and copy) and proofreading skills.
- Prior experience with Adobe Creative Suite (including Photoshop and InDesign) or Canva.
- Ability to work and manage projects independently, multitask effectively, task manage, and meet deadlines in a complex, fast-paced, and dynamic environment.
- Ability/prior experience with website content management systems (for example, Drupal); ability to create and populate new website pages/sections and update existing ones. Basic understanding of HTML.
- Familiarity and documented experience with creating content for social media on a variety of channels.
Preferences:
Preferences:
- Ability to produce and edit photos and videos and other multimedia content Prior experience working in a higher education setting.
- Prior experience working with STEM content and/or experts, and writing about science and/or engineering.
Additional Information:
Salary range is $52,000 – $65,000.
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical Demands
- Predominantly sedentary work.
- At events there is some need to do set-up and take-down of light materials such as literature, signs, etc.
- Occasional travel to a UMD facility in Southern Maryland is necessary.
Posting Date:
05/31/2024Open Until Filled
YesBest Consideration Date
06/21/2024Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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