Senior Communications Representative

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The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

At WGU it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:

Job Description

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Ensure that WGU its affiliates colleges and systems entities have positive awareness and reputation through:

Proactive planning that supports reputation enhancement. Media relations. Content creation including articles web copy press releases social media content speeches presentations and newsletters. Thought leadership initiatives. Agency and vendor management. Event planning and coordination. Social media planning and implementation. Support for promotional events campaigns and activities that support new student acquisition. Securing and coordination of public appearances and speaking engagements for WGU leaders to generate awareness and interest among thought leaders employer communities educators and prospective students.

Knowledge Skill and Abilities

• Ability to work effectively with all external audiences as well as WGU staff at all levels.
• Outstanding writing skills and ability to write effectively for different audiences.
• Understanding of and ability to develop relationships with media.
• Ability to work independently conceptualize projects and manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to perform creative writing and related activities such as conducting interviews research and editing.
• Ability to work calmly and maintain good judgment in a fast-paced dynamic and entrepreneurial environment.
• Ability to understand and interpret information accurately.
• Ability to communicate accurately and concisely.
• Ability to influence others positively.
• Ability to initiate creative and innovative promotional ideas.
• Demonstrated skill and ability in the use of social media including Twitter Facebook & LinkedIn
• Demonstrated skill and ability in the effective use of equipment computers and other resources for completion of projects such as posters displays PowerPoints etc.
• Self-direction and reliability.
• Excellent communication collaboration and customer service skills.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelors degree in marketing communications public relations journalism or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in public relations or related field including internships. An equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience is acceptable.

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Position & Application Details

How to Apply: If interested an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in Workday.

Additional Information

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Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.