Communications Specialist II

## Communications Specialist IIApply:
Orlando, FL (Main Campus):
Full time:
Posted Today:
End Date:
October 22, 2026 (6 days left to apply):
R114430
** University Operations**:

The University Operations division at UCF is committed to creating a supportive and welcoming environment for our faculty, staff, students, and the broader community. We take pride in delivering exceptional service, sharing our expertise, and upholding the highest standards to ensure a world-class campus experience.

Visit our website or follow us on Facebook and Instagram to learn more.
*
* The Opportunity:

** University Operations is seeking to hire a Communications Specialist II. This role serves as a communications resource for teams across UCF IT, working with technical staff, departments, and leadership to ensure messaging is accurate, consistent, and accessible to a variety of audiences. This role will also provide additional communications support to the University Operations division as a whole.
** Responsibilities:
*** Develop and deliver clear, engaging communications for technology projects, service updates, and organizational initiatives.
* Create presentations, executive summaries, leadership talking points, and strategic communication materials.
* Write, edit, and manage content for websites, newsletters, email campaigns, and digital communication channels.
* Produce internal communications, including announcements, project updates, articles, and leadership messages.
* Coordinate communication projects by managing timelines, deliverables, stakeholder feedback, and approval processes.
* Design and develop branded communication materials, graphics, templates, and messaging resources.
* Collaborate with technical teams, business units, and leadership to translate complex information into audience-friendly content.
* Ensure communications are accurate, consistent, accessible, and aligned with organizational standards.
* Support content planning, copywriting, graphic design, photography, and editorial review activities.
* Maintain communication standards, style guides, content libraries, and reusable communication assets.
* Monitor and improve communication processes, tools, and workflows to increase effectiveness and efficiency.
* Leverage emerging technologies and AI-enabled tools to enhance communication strategies and productivity.
*
* Minimum Qualifications:

** Bachelor's or Master's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).
*
* Preferred Qualifications:

*** Experience communicating on behalf of technical teams or translating complex subject matter into clear, accessible content for non-technical audiences.
* Experience developing executive-level communications, including presentations, briefing documents, or leadership talking points.
* Experience supporting internal communications in a large or complex organization.
* Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools (e.g., Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Word) for communication and collaboration workflows.
* Experience with digital content management systems (e.g., Word Press).
* Proficiency with design tools such as Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud, or similar platforms.
* Experience with social media management, including content scheduling and engagement.
* Basic photography and videography experience.
* Working knowledge of AP style or comparable editorial style standards.
* Familiarity with tracking and reporting communications analytics (e.g., open rates, clicks, engagement).
* Spanish fluency is a plus.
** Additional Application Materials

Required:

** In addition to your application, please submit a resume, cover letter, and a portfolio showcasing relevant work, such as writing samples, executive…