Part-Time Communications Specialist

Job Summary

The Communications Specialist is a part-time role supporting ERI's communication strategy, with opportunities to practice and develop digital media skills.

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Researches, writes, and edits content for ERI's website, social media, email marketing, and print materials that promote ERI's mission and impact.
• Conducts interviews with ERI partners for storytelling purposes.
• Designs simple graphics for web and social media content.
• Schedules and publishes content to ERI's website and social media.
• Monitors news and trends relevant to sustainability and resilience in the Midwest.
• Supports marketing and promotion of events, such as the Indiana Sustainability and Resilience Conference.
• Contributes to the strategy and execution of campaigns, such as the Indiana Climate Change Impacts Assessment and Hoosier Resilience Heroes.
• Identifies trends and suggest ideas to grow ERI's reach across target audiences.
• Follows established brand guidelines and campaign parameters.
• Works under the close supervision of the Assistant Director of Strategic Communications.

Qualifications

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

EDUCATION

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)

SKILLS

Required

• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to problem solve
• Ability to work as part of team and individually
• Demonstrated attention to detail

Preferred

• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite or Canva
• Familiarity with IU's Web Content Management System
• Social media management experience
• Interest in photography and video
• Interest in environmental change, climate change, and related topics

Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Additional Information

Samples of writing will be requested at the onset of an interview.

While preference will be given to Indiana University students, qualified external candidates are encouraged to apply.

Work Location

Bloomington, Indiana

This position is based primarily in an office setting with the expectation of being in person on the IU Bloomington campus.

Advertised Salary

Undergraduate students: $15.00 per hour
Graduate students: $18.00 per hour

Work Hours

This position is eligible for up to 15 hours during the academic year and up to 29 hours during the summer.

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level: Part Time Employee
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Part Time Employee
Job Family: Part Time Employee

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