Communications & Public Relations Coordinator
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Job Location:
Fayetteville, GA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
10 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Institution Name:
Division of Agriculture of the University of ArkansasThe University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus with faculty based on University campuses at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES) and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration. As an employer the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
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Department:
AGLW Research Support
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Summary of Job Duties:
The Communications & Public Relations Coordinator plays an essential role in expanding the reach and impact of the National Agricultural Law Center a unit of the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture (UADA). This role is responsible for developing and executing strategic communication initiatives that enhance the National Agricultural Law Centers visibility reputation and engagement with the nations agricultural community. This communicator will be responsible for development and implementation of a comprehensive strategic communications plan. This role supports external communication efforts such as media relations digital content newsletters and website maintenance and works closely with leadership to advance strategic goals. The ideal candidate is an organized proactive communicator with strong writing skills exceptional attention to detail and experience in modern outreach tools.
The Communications & Public Relations Coordinator will be expected to:
Write publish and promote news and feature stories about upcoming NALC events and relevant agricultural and food legal developments.
Make personalized pitches to members of the media to expand the reach of NALC news releases.
Build contact lists of relevant stakeholders and develop strategies to engage new users of NALC resources.
Oversee organic and paid social media content creation and scheduling across multiple platforms.
Design clear and effective graphics for use on social media and to support other NALC publicity and marketing efforts.
Coordinate NALCs monthly webinar series.
Manage multiple email newsletters for NALC and proactively implement strategies to increase the number of contacts on newsletter email lists.
Work in close collaboration with the UADA Communications team and the UADA Chief Communications Officer to develop refine and amplify communications content for maximum reach and impact.
Assist with the creation of short simple audio and video content for social media.
Organize and maintain digital photo assets and photo equipment.
Assist NALC staff with updates to the NALC website as needed.
This role is an in-person position located in Fayetteville Arkansas and requires on-site collaboration with team members.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in a discipline appropriate for the assigned function
Experience in communications including social media.
Experience collaborating with others.
Preferred Qualifications:
Two years of experience writing and editing news and social media content preferably with a focus on journalistic writing.
Experience using email marketing tools.
Basic familiarity with metrics used to evaluate the success of communications work.
Experience with basic DSLR photography and/or videography a plus.
Knowledge of CMS tools (WordPress preferred)
Appreciation for the agricultural and food industries
Additional Information:
Please include the following materials with your application:
- Letter of interest
- Resume
- List of three references
- Unofficial transcript
- At least three writing samples
- A simple photo graphic design video and/or social media portfolio.
Contact:
Elizabeth Rumley
Senior Staff Attorney
National Agricultural Law Center
Salary Information:
Required Documents to Apply:
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Letter of interestResume
List of three references
Unofficial transcript
At least three writing samples
A simple photo graphic design video and/or social media portfolio.
Recruitment Contact Information:
Senior Staff Attorney
National Agricultural Law Center
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
No Background Check RequiredThe University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a consistent non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual orientation or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding
Frequent Physical Activity:
Talking
Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A
Benefits Eligible:
YesRequired Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Special Events
- Blog Posts
- Account Executives
- Fact Sheets
- Press Releases
- Account Management
- Client Relationships
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Client Meetings
- ROI
- Client Contact
- Client Service
About Company
UACCB is a two-year, accredited Arkansas community college with on-campus and online classes offering a variety of degrees and technical certificates.
