Technical and Professional Communication Coordinator

Division Name: Academic Affairs
Department: Center for Integrated Professional Development

Job Summary

The Technical and Professional Communication Coordinator plays a strategic role in advancing the visibility and impact of the Center for Integrated Professional Development (CIPD) across Illinois State University. This position is responsible for developing and executing multi-channel brand-consistent communications for that promote teaching and learning initiatives to diverse audiences including faculty staff administrators and campus partners.

Working collaboratively across Academic Affairs units such as the Office of the Provost and other mission-aligned departments this individual crafts compelling narratives and engaging content that elevate awareness and foster meaningful engagement with CIPD programming and resources. The coordinator ensures that all communications reflect the Universitys editorial and visual standards and contributes to the planning and implementation of integrated marketing strategies.

This position serves as a key connector between CIPD and the broader University community helping to ensure that communication is not only informative but also reflective of the Universitys commitment to excellence in teaching and learning.

Additional Information

University Benefit Highlights:
- Insurance benefits including health dental vision and life
- Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
- Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
- Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
- Paid benefit time

For more University Benefit information: regarding eligibility for participation in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program can be reviewed here Rate / Pay Rate

$51776 - $52516 annual

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelors or equivalent degree in Communication English Journalism Marketing or closely related field
2. At least twelve months of professional experience producing communications across multiple media platforms (i.e. web social media print)
3. Exceptional writing editing and proofreading skills with attention to clarity tone and detail
4. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in professional settings manage multiple projects and communicate with diverse stakeholders
5. Familiar with brand standards and editorial style guides
6. Experience developing and executing content strategies for digital platforms including social media planning posting and monitoring

Preferred Qualifications

1. Masters degree in English Communication English Journalism Marketing or a closely related field.
2. Experience working across traditional digital and social platforms with familiarity in tools such as WordPress and Google Analytics.
3. Experience working with college-level faculty and/or students in professional or mentoring relationships
4. Experience developing or editing online or print publications.
5. Strong interest in cross-campus initiatives and emerging technologies for communication and instructional purposes.
6. Proven ability to work independently manage projects and contribute to long-term strategic initiatives.

Work Hours

Core Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm Monday through Friday. Position occasionally requires work beyond regular office hours.

Functional Expectations

Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:

1. Effectively communicate on a daily basis.
2. Move about in various locations across campus as needed to complete day-to-day work.

Proposed Starting Date

November 2025

Required Applicant Documents

Writing Sample (no specific prompt)

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on Apply

Optional Applicant Documents

Transcripts - See Special Instructions to Applicants for additional options
Certification of Retirement Annuity

Please Note: These documents may be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on Apply

Special Instructions for Applicants

Applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the U.S. without ISU sponsorship. Sponsorship for work authorization will not be considered for this position.

Please fully complete the entire application including but not limited to the education and work history portions. Be specific on your work history including employment dates (if part-time you must list the number of work hours) and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position; however it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience. Please do not put see resume in the duties and responsibilities section of the work history. This will be considered an incomplete application and incomplete applications will not be considered.

College or university transcripts (may be unofficial) must be submitted prior to the application deadline to receive full consideration. Transcripts can either be uploaded with your application or submitted via the options listed below.

To be eligible for Veterans Preference points on the exam appropriate military service documentation such as a DD-214 must be submitted prior to the application deadline.

Transcripts and/or military service documentation may be emailed faxed or mailed to Human Resources by the application deadline:

Email:
Fax: 309.438.0011 Attn: Kira Shelton
Address: Illinois State University
Human Resources
Campus Box 1300
Normal IL 61790-1300

The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questions. No participation other than submission of applicant materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score. After the application deadline the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview. The active register for this classification will be voided when the position is filled.

Illinois State University is authorized to do business within the State of Illinois. All work under this appointment is required to be performed from within the State of Illinois. If hired out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days from the start date for this position. Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois drivers license or a valid State of Illinois ID card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment.

Contact Information for Applicants

Kira Shelton
Human Resources

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable an employment history review based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at . The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system please call Human Resources at .