University of Alabama
Communications Specialist III - 524310
University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States, 35404
Communications Specialist III - 524310
Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States
Strategic Communications
Communication
Regular Full-time (Benefits eligible)
Closing at: Aug 22 2024 at 22:55 CDT
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Pay Grade/Pay Range:
Minimum: $53,500 - Midpoint: $66,900 (Salaried E8)
Department/Organization:
301202 - Communications-Strategic Communications
Normal Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:45pm
Note to Applicants:
Position is eligible for hybrid work subject to University policy.
Job Summary:
The Communications Specialist III writes and edits communications for a college, division, and/or the University under minimal supervision. Develops and implements plans, activities, and tactics to support the goals of assigned areas. Coordinates the production of materials and resources through a variety of platforms, including digital and physical mediums. Participates in planning and execution of special projects to support the assigned area's overall development and marketing strategies.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and four (4) years of journalism, public relations, marketing, or communications experience; OR master's degree and two (2) years of journalism, public relations, marketing, or communications experience.
Skills and Knowledge:
Excellent written and oral communication skills. Sound knowledge of journalistic principles. Direct experience working with designers, web developers, print shops and others in communications field. Ability to craft communication plans. Demonstrated skills in writing and editing, website posting, interpersonal skills and diplomacy. Ability to think and plan strategically as part of a team to develop and implement appropriate tactical support of the plan. Serve on the crisis communications team. AP Style / WordPress.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in print, web and editing/writing. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Proficiency in computer skills. Keen knowledge of AP Style with ability to edit quickly with a high percentage of accuracy. Multimedia experience or knowledge is a plus.
Background Investigation Statement:
Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law" Poster
Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States
Strategic Communications
Communication
Regular Full-time (Benefits eligible)
Closing at: Aug 22 2024 at 22:55 CDT
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Pay Grade/Pay Range:
Minimum: $53,500 - Midpoint: $66,900 (Salaried E8)
Department/Organization:
301202 - Communications-Strategic Communications
Normal Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:45pm
Note to Applicants:
Position is eligible for hybrid work subject to University policy.
Job Summary:
The Communications Specialist III writes and edits communications for a college, division, and/or the University under minimal supervision. Develops and implements plans, activities, and tactics to support the goals of assigned areas. Coordinates the production of materials and resources through a variety of platforms, including digital and physical mediums. Participates in planning and execution of special projects to support the assigned area's overall development and marketing strategies.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and four (4) years of journalism, public relations, marketing, or communications experience; OR master's degree and two (2) years of journalism, public relations, marketing, or communications experience.
Skills and Knowledge:
Excellent written and oral communication skills. Sound knowledge of journalistic principles. Direct experience working with designers, web developers, print shops and others in communications field. Ability to craft communication plans. Demonstrated skills in writing and editing, website posting, interpersonal skills and diplomacy. Ability to think and plan strategically as part of a team to develop and implement appropriate tactical support of the plan. Serve on the crisis communications team. AP Style / WordPress.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in print, web and editing/writing. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Proficiency in computer skills. Keen knowledge of AP Style with ability to edit quickly with a high percentage of accuracy. Multimedia experience or knowledge is a plus.
Background Investigation Statement:
Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law" Poster