College of Education Communication Coordinator

College Of Education Communication Coordinator

The Communication Coordinator for the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences works closely with the Dean, department chairs, faculty, and other stakeholders under the direction of the Office of University Relations to develop and distribute strategic communications that advance public awareness of the College's mission, programs, and impact. This position supports the College's communications and media relations efforts by assisting with media inquiries, helping pitch faculty expertise and College initiatives, and coordinating with the University Relations office to generate positive external media coverage.

The Communication Coordinator also assists with creating and maintaining content for the College's website and social media channels and serves as a liaison with the Marketing and Communications office to facilitate requests and ensure compliance with University brand guidelines.

Key Responsibilities and Deliverables The Communication Coordinator will focus on the following core areas:

• Writing and Content Creation
• Social Media, Web, and Marketing Support
• Media Relations and Public Relations

Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in journalism, public relations, marketing, communications, or a closely related field. Experience in a news, public relations/media relations, or marketing role. Demonstrated understanding of news value and how media organizations operate. Experience creating and managing social media content in a professional or academic setting. Strong writing and editing skills for print, web, and social media, with a working knowledge of Associated Press style.

Photography skills suitable for basic news gathering and event coverage. Strong time-management skills and ability to meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications
- Two or more years of experience in a newsroom, public relations, or media relations role. Experience using media monitoring or public relations platforms such as Cision or Meltwater. Experience shooting and editing basic video content. Familiarity with social media monitoring, analytics, or performance measurement. Experience updating web content using a content management system. Experience writing or producing content related to education or higher education.

Does this position require driving (personal vehicle, university vehicle, utility vehicle, or golf cart) in order to perform the job duties? - Driving may be necessary but is not a primary responsibility.

Work Hours
- Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm – Work hours may vary to include evenings and weekends as required for associated job activities.

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
- Ability to carry and set up camera, drone, backdrops, mult-box and similar equipment used in university and media relations.

Does this position have supervisory responsibility? - No.