Writer II - Standing for Freedom Center Job at Liberty University in Lynchburg

Our writers play an important role within the Standing for Freedom Center. This role is purposed to execute various writings, ranging from articles, mailers, handouts, and booklet content. The Writer will work with the Editor to receive and complete writing assignments. The content written for the Standing for Freedom Center will focus on topics of Biblical worldview in relation to theology, politics, and cultural issues with a focus on ensuring the content is well-written, accurate, and clearly communicated.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create content assigned by the Editor on Standing for Freedom Center's initiatives, which could include the completion of at least one or more articles per business day.
• Communicate written messages in a creative and strategic manner that represents the Biblical ideas and values of the Standing for Freedom Center.
• Work on various written projects each week which could include articles, handouts, mailers, and other marketing publications.
• Oversee content from ideation to final execution.
• Strictly adheres to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary manner.
• Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU's Christian model and Mission - Training Champions for Christ.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS
Education and Experience

Bachelor's Degree. A minimum of two year's experience in writing for another publication or news outlet. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Editing skills and previous editing experience preferred. Self-motivated and willing to work on various projects at a time. Self-starter, goal-oriented professional who is personable and able to foster working relationships with partners and colleagues. Strong grasp of cultural and political issues that are at the forefront of public conscience. Demonstration of strong agreement with the mission, policy, and advocacy of the Standing for Freedom Center. Ability to articulate and defend the unique Christian educational mission and vision of Liberty University and its subsidiaries to a wide variety of individuals and groups. Report to the Standing for Freedom Center director and Vice President over the Standing for Freedom Center.

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB
Communication and Comprehension

• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well articulated information.
• Ability to understand, speak, and write in English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner.
• Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Computer, scheduling and editing skills.

Problem Solving

• Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.

Physical and Sensory Abilities

• May be required to sit to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard.
• Regularly required to hear and speak in effective oral communication.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the campus.
• Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel, or stoop to conduct business.
• Regularly lift 10 or fewer pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work Environment

The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is a climate-controlled setting. It is well lighted, and the noise level is moderate. Working environment may include the facilitation of events outdoors occasionally.

Driving Requirements

If the employee is required to travel in performing the duties and responsibilities of the position, the use of one's personal vehicle (or LU vehicles) may be required for travel. Proof of a valid driver's license, an acceptable DMV record, LU Driving Approval, and liability insurance is required when driving in the performance of the employee's position.

Target Hire Date
2025-01-06

Time Type
Full time

Location
Lynchburg - In Office

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. It is, therefore, our policy and intention to evaluate all employees and prospective employees strictly according to the requirements of the job. All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including all applicable state of employment protected classes. The University is a Christian religious-affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements. The University's hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the "religion" component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment practice preference to members of their own religious beliefs.