College of Education Communication Coordinator Job Troy area,Alabama USA,Marketing / Advertising / PR

Posting Details

Posting Number: SF2580P

Position Title: College of Education Communication Coordinator

Position Type: Professional/Salaried

Department: University Relations - Troy

Division: Student Affairs

Campus: Troy

Work Status: Full-Time (FT)

Temporary: No

Location: Troy - T01

Job Summary

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 Writing and Content Creation

Write news releases, feature stories, web content, and other communications materials highlighting faculty, students, programs, and initiatives
Edit content for clarity, accuracy, tone, and Associated Press style
Assist with internal and external communications as needed

Social Media, Web, and Marketing Support

Assist with developing and managing content for the College’s social media channels in alignment with University strategy
Create engaging digital content to support recruitment, outreach, and reputation‑building efforts
Update and maintain College web pages using the University’s content management system
Coordinate with the University’s Marketing and Communications office on campaigns, requests, and brand compliance

Media Relations and Public Relations

Assist with media relations efforts, including responding to inquiries and coordinating interviews
Support efforts to pitch faculty experts, research, and College initiatives to local, regional, and national media
Assist with media monitoring and reporting
Provide basic event coverage, including photography and limited video support as needed

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

Will 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…