A Communications or Public Relations Specialist coordinates internal and external communications for a company or organization. Provides information to employees on company activities, such as the launch of a new product or a community service initiative. Writes and edits public communications; develops media contacts and prepares material for press and media distribution; monitors media coverage. May assist with events planning.
Bachelor's degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Grade 4 (Hourly)
Position Description:
The Communications and Marketing Specialist I will oversee all internal and external communications for the Department of Surgery, including department newsletters, web content, social media channels, media relations, promotion of faculty and programs, resident recruitment campaigns, alumni relations, etc. This position serves as the marketing and communications liaison to the University of Louisville, the University of Louisville School of Medicine, and UofL Health to promote the Department of Surgery.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage all Department of Surgery website content and updates. Create and promote social media content. Draft department newsletters. Facilitate media relations opportunities and requests. Draft external communications. Serve as liaison between department, ULH and SOM on marketing/communications requests and opportunities.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree in journalism, communications, public relations, marketing, computer science, or related fields. Three (3) or more years of experience. Knowledge and experience marketing/communications space.
COMPETENCIES
Strong command of written word and understanding of proper grammar and usage. Understanding of how to create and use social media to enhance brand and connect with audiences. Creative and enthusiastic. Able to adeptly handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Target Compensation Maximum:
$32.98
Target Compensation Minimum:
$21.99 Compensation will be commensurate to candidate experience. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Louisville is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The University strives to provide equal employment opportunity on the basis of merit and without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or pregnancy. In accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veteran Readjustment Act of 1974, the University prohibits job discrimination of individuals with disabilities, Vietnam era veterans, qualified special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans. The University acknowledges its obligations to ensure affirmative steps are taken to ensure equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of the University that no employee or applicant for employment be subject to unlawful discrimination in terms of recruitment, hiring, promotion, contract, contract renewal, tenure, compensation, benefits, and/or working conditions. No employee or applicant for employment is required to endorse or condemn a specific ideology, political viewpoint, or social viewpoint to be eligible for hiring, contract renewal, tenure, or promotion. Consistent with applicable law, demographic information is collected for aggregate reporting requirements. Demographic information provided through this application is not available to hiring managers/committees and is not considered in hiring or employment decisions. Assistance and Accommodations Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 2315 South First Street Walk, Room 02C - Louisville, Kentucky 40292. If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at employment@louisville.edu or by phone 502-852-6258.
