Marketing and Communications Specialist
Marketing and Communications Specialist
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$ 46400 - 67300
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
The College of Earth and Mineral Sciences(EMS) at Penn State is seeking a dynamic Marketing and Communications Specialist to advance the communications strategies for both the EMS Energy Institute(EI) and the EMS Earth and Environmental Systems Institute(EESI). The main focus of the position is to promote Penn State as a top public research university by actively supporting the research discoveries of faculty from both institutes.
This position will take a proactive approach to working with institute affiliate researchers to understand their priorities research and goals. They (with leadership from the Institutes team lead and assistance from the Earth and Mineral Sciences director of strategic communications) will translate that information into communications plans collaborate with fellow communications staff on the publication of articles highlighting our research successes develop marketing materials for Institute leadership to use to help advocate for further funding and spread the word on the benefits provided by our two worldrenowned EMS research institutes.
Responsibilities: The successful candidate will research write and distribute news releases about peerreviewed research in addition to researching and writing feature stories that meet both institutes strategic initiatives and engage the broader community.
Key responsibilities include the following:
- Ensure all content adheres to Penn States editorial and brand guidelines including AP and the Chicago Manual of Style.
- Craft web content and update both institutes websites.
- Develop and manage the production of integrated and strategic marketing and communications plans consistent with institute college and University brand strategies support outreach efforts to engage stakeholders with research efforts and leverage marketing opportunities to enhance development efforts.
- Develop content for promotional materials including fact sheets brochures newsletters and digital signage. Write social media posts and manage both institutes social media platforms.
- Monitor news and media presences and review content analytics to make informed decisions about future content.
- Possibly provide general photography and videography coverage to support content creation needs.
Education and Experience: This position requires a Bachelors degree and a minimum of one year of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Work Arrangement: This is a hybrid position that combines regular oncampus and remote work.
Application Materials: In addition to a cover letter and a resume writing samples are required; please attach two writing samples or include a link to your portfolio or other samples in your cover letter.
The College of Earth and Mineral Sciences takes an active role in building a talented inclusive and culturally competent workforce. We understand that our shared future is guided by basic principles of fairness mutual respect and commitment to each other. Applicants should also provide evidence either woven through their application materials or as a separate diversity statement of a commitment to fostering diversity equity inclusive excellence and belonging and of engagement which creates an inclusive environment in their department/workplace.
What we are looking for: Strong writing and editing skills excellent attention to detail and a proven track record of translating faculty research and technical topics into content appropriate for a variety of communities and audiences are required.
This position works daily with EI and EESI faculty staff and leadership and communicates regularly with alumni students and donors. As such the successful candidate must have a keen ability to work with diverse stakeholders and be able to prioritize multiple projects. They must be able to work in a fastpaced environment stay current with emerging trends in the communication field be a selfstarter and work independently and also be able to participate in and contribute to integrated crossfunctional teams.
Other qualifications:
- Passion for promoting innovative science and learning
- Ability to manage complex projects to successful completion in a timely manner
- Excellent judgment integrity and exacting attention to detail
- Ability to translate strategic goals and initiatives into compelling content across multiple formats
- Proactive solutionsoriented and able to manage multiple priorities independently
- Dedication to quality and customer service
- Appreciation for working with a variety of audiences
Penn State offers competitive benefits to fulltime employees including medical dental vision and retirement plans in addition to generous vacation time 24 days per year; accrued every month sick time 12 days a year; accrued every month) and paid holidays 14 per calendar year). Please visit more detailed information.
The salary range for this position including all possible grades is:
$46400.00 $67300.00Salary Structure additional information on Penn States job and salary structure.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988 Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security such as those concerning alcohol and drug use crime prevention the reporting of crimes sexual and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability please contact.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
