Marketing Specialist - Online Education and Individual Studies

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03/01/2026

Primary Function: Supports comprehensive marketing, communications, and promotional efforts for residential and online graduate programs and online undergraduate programs; supports the creation and implementation of digital and print marketing materials; updates websites and implements SEO/AIO strategies; coordinates with campus partners; supports College of Graduate, Research and Online Education (GROE) promotional campaigns; contributes to residential graduate video concept development, communication flow strategies, and outreach to current UNI undergraduates;

and assists with graduate student life initiatives by promoting events, managing logistics, and overseeing materials.

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, digital media, or related field; at least one year of marketing, communications, or related experience; and exceptional attention to detail and strong writing and editing skills required. Experience in higher education marketing; experience with website content management systems; and basic understanding of on‑page SEO or AIO preferred.

Job Category:
Professional and Scientific

Type of Position:
Term

Service

Schedule:

12 Month

All application materials received by March 1, 2026, will be given full consideration. To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. The following materials must be attached when applying:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

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$22.00 to Commensurate

Pay Basis:
Hourly

Pay Grade: 117

FLSA Status:
Non‑Exempt; position is eligible for overtime or comp time

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