Communications and Content Specialist #00056

5104714 South Boston, Virginia, United States, 24592 Southern VA Higher Educ Center Public Relations / Communications Full-Time (Salaried) Closing at: May 22 2026 - 23:55

EDT Southern VA Higher Educ Center Title:

Communications and Content Specialist #00056

State Role Title:

PR & Mktg Spec II Hiring Range:

$45,000.00 to $55,000.00

Pay Band:

3

Agency:

Southern VA Higher Educ Center Location:

Southern VA Higher Edu Ctr Agency Website:

https://www.svhec.org

Recruitment Type:

General Public - G Job Duties The Southern Virginia Higher Education Center is currently seeking a qualified individual to fill the position of Communications and Content Specialist. The Southern Virginia Higher Education Center provides access to higher education, workforce training and programming, innovative industry services, and technologically advanced state-of-the-art facilities and learning labs that includes comprehensive fiscal management, operational and supportive services, community outreach and engagement, and extensive collaborations. These components work together to support the organization's mission of advancing Southern Virginia's economic potential through education, innovation, and collaboration. This position supports the agency's communications, marketing, and outreach efforts through content creation and storytelling, designing and printing marketing materials, managing digital and social media content, developing written communications that connect with a variety of audiences, and providing program and event support. This position also provides occasional support to the SVHEC's PearsonVUE Assessment Center. Minimum Qualifications Experience using design software to create print and digital assets; Experience writing a variety of communications including documents, social media posts, and/or media releases; Knowledge of marketing and communications principles, including branding, audience targeting, and message development; Knowledge of social media platforms, content strategies, and current digital trends; Knowledge of graphic design principles, including layout, typography, and visual hierarchy; Strong written communication skills, including the ability to develop clear, concise, and engaging content for multiple audiences; Graphic design skills with the ability to create visually appealing marketing materials using Canva and/or Adobe Creative Suite; Social media management skills, including content planning, scheduling, and engagement; Content creation skills, including writing, basic photography, and/or video capture/editing and Editing and proofreading skills with strong attention to detail. High school graduate or equivalent. Additional Considerations Professional certifications in Canva or Adobe Creative Suite, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Photography or Videography. Special Instructions You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position. State employees who have been affected by Policy 1.3 Layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card) must submit the card BEFORE the closing date for this position. The card may be scanned and attached to the application or faxed to (804) 371-7401. Please include your name and the position number on the fax cover sheet.

AMERICORPS, PEACE CORPS, AND OTHER NATIONAL SERVICE ALUMNI ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please call 804-225-2131 for assistance. All applicants are subject to a background investigation.

The investigation may include:

fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks requested by the hiring authority. "The Southern Virginia Higher Education Center is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force." Equal Opportunity Employer Southern Virginia Higher Education Center 820 Bruce Street South Boston, Virginia 24592

Contact Information Name:

Derek Mountford Phone:

804-292-6417

Email:

derek.mountford@dhrm.virginia.gov In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to

DARS/DBVI

to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note :

Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.