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The Communications Specialist, Student Affairs serves as the primary communications liaison between the Division of Marketing and Communications and the Division of Student Affairs. Reporting to the AVP, Institutional Communications, the Communications Specialist is responsible for developing, writing, and managing a broad portfolio of communications that inform and engage students, parents, families, and campus partners. The Communications Specialist is a skilled storyteller and communicator who can translate complex student affairs programs, services, and initiatives into clear, compelling content across multiple channels and audiences. The Communications Specialist must be a sharp critical thinker with a proactive approach and a talent for building relationships.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
- Develop, write, edit, and manage communications on behalf of the Division of Student Affairs, including newsletters, announcements, website content, emails.
QUALIFICATIONS - Qualifications are deemed required or preferred and represent what is needed to effectively perform job.
- Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
- Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience creating marketing materials, including communication, writing, graphic design, marketing, required.
- Demonstrated experience using graphic design platforms, PowerPoint or Google Slides required.
- Demonstrated experience in creating and editing video content, especially for social media and presentations required
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - May be representative, but not all-inclusive, of those knowledge, skills, and abilities commonly associated with the job.
- Proficient in graphic design for various digital and print materials, with a preference for Canva knowledge
- Skilled in writing, content editing, and copyediting for diverse communication styles and lengths.
- Competent in handling basic data sets using Excel or Google Sheets, with a preference for Qualtrics knowledge
- Familiarity with key social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook), Google Slides, and email marketing tools like Mailchimp or Constant Contact
- Committed to staying informed about accessible communication practices
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as a team member
- Strong dedication to the principles of equity, accessibility, and social justice, with a willingness for ongoing learning in these areas
- Excellent attention to detail
- Capable of prioritizing and managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
PHYSICAL ABILITIES - Activities commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- This position is generally sedentary in nature, movement throughout the area is required from time to time
- Ability to have continuous oral and written communication with co-workers and supervisors is essentials
- Repetitive movements, occasional lifting of up to 10 pounds, reaching, lifting, stooping and the ability to read a computer screen, detect color-coding and read fine print will be expected
WORK ENVIRONMENT - Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.
- Usual Office Conditions
Disclaimer: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws. Certain job duties described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.
Compensation: $58,850.00 - $72,150.00 annually, commensurate with experience.
Grade of Position: S-23-07E
Employment Category: Regular
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Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36.25
This position will be exclusively represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 888 for purposes of wages, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
In addition to a competitive salary, Emerson College is committed to the health and well-being of our employees and family members. We offer a generous benefits package to regular staff scheduled to work 20+ hours per week.
Emerson Employment Categories influence work schedules, benefits eligibility, and time off policies. Benefits include outstanding health plans with limited out-of-pocket expenses, dental plans, generous time-off programs, and a 403(b) retirement benefit with a 9% employer contribution once eligible. Additional benefits, such as life and disability coverage and commuter offerings, are available.
Please refer to our benefits website for a full list of benefits and eligibility requirements.
To apply, please visit: https://emerson.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Emerson_College_Staff/job/Boston-Campus/Communications-Specialist--Student-Affairs_JR009044
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