Communications & Partnerships Specialist

Communications & Partnerships Specialist

Posting Number: PG194477EP.

Working Title:

Communications & Partnerships Specialist.
Anticipated Hiring Range: $56,910 - $63,000.

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Communications team leads the development and execution of integrated, multi‑platform communications that advance CALS’s mission, vision, and brand. The unit provides strategic communications guidance, marketing support, and partnership‑based services to the college’s departments, centers, programs, and administrative units.

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• Act as the primary point of contact, providing expert guidance on communication pathways, timelines, and best practices.
• Manage day‑to‑day coordination, ensuring inputs from stakeholders are organized and projects move efficiently through the pipeline.
• Draft and edit engaging short‑ to mid‑length content, craft impactful emails, and keep website assets fresh and relevant.
• Gather background materials and organize creative assets to support senior staff and streamline the review process.

Communication (30%):
Draft, edit, and refine web copy, emails, and background summaries, translating complex information into clear, brand‑aligned content.

Consulting & Partnership Advising (25%):
Serve as a trusted advisor to campus partners, defining goals and audiences, and guiding them through optimal communication pathways.

Project Orchestration (15%):
Manage timelines, track action items, and maintain records to keep the team accountable.

Organizational Savvy (10%):
Navigate the university landscape with professionalism, collaborating across units and ensuring communications reflect college and university values.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build and maintain professional relationships.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability multiple concurrent activities.
• Proactive, solution‑oriented mindset capable of working independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to translate partner needs into clear action items for CALS Communications staff.
• Familiarity with strategic communications principles and client‑service environments.
• Demonstrated reliability, professionalism, and commitment to collaborative work.

• Experience in communications coordination, writing, client services, partnership engagement, or a related field.
• Experience working within higher‑education, nonprofit, agency, or a similarly complex organization.
• Experience supporting multidisciplinary teams or serving as a liaison between units.
• Comfort working in environments with shifting priorities or evolving program needs.
• Familiarity with project tracking tools or collaborative workflows.
• Experience with content management systems such as Word Press and project management tools such as Monday.
• Experience writing project briefs outlining key themes, goals, deliverables, and deadlines.
• Experience writing website copy and familiarity with AP Style.

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Please attach a Cover Letter, resume, and contact information for three (3) professional references.

• Cover Letter
• Contact Information for References
• Resume/CV

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply.

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