Percent of Time/Week:100% Service Schedule:Calendar Year

Position Description:

Collaborates with staff to manage assigned communication initiatives; oversees and writes content for public relations messages; manages and develops social media strategies for official social media platforms; develops and implements communication plans to support university events and campaigns; proofs and edits the work of student assistants; and assists with university emergency notifications.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in public relations, journalism, or related field required.

Required Qualifications:

At least three years of experience developing and writing public relations/marketing communication pieces required. Demonstrated experience in writing for web, traditional print and electronic media as well as excellent writing, editing using AP Style and interviewing skills also required.

Desirable Qualifications:

Experience developing, posting and managing day-to-day content for professional social media platforms preferred.

Online Application Required Documents



Application Type:

This job requires basic applicant information, plus a resume. Your resume should not be sent to the contact below. The resume will be attached during the Online Application Process.

Professional References:

Applicants must enter reference information online as part of the application process. Number of References: 3 Cover Letter:A plain text cover letter is required.
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Contact Information:


Attention: Your resume should not be sent to the contact below. The resume will be attached during the Online Application Process.

Contact:Lindsay Cunningham - lindsay.cunningham@uni.edu
East Bartlett 126
Phone: 319-273-2761
Department URL: https://ur.uni.edu

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