Communications Specialist | University of Alabama System Office Job at University of Alabama System Office, Tuscaloosa, AL

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  • University of Alabama System Office
  • Tuscaloosa, AL

Job Description

Job Summary: The University of Alabama System is receiving applications for the position of Communications Specialist or Communications Manager. This position is based in Tuscaloosa in the University of Alabama System Office.

The Communications Specialist will assist with communications efforts to advance the University of Alabama System, including the development of high-impact, compelling content. Reporting to the Vice Chancellor for System Communications, the Communications Specialist will implement communications plans, activities and tactics in support of the UA System's goals.

Responsibilities

  • Support external and internal communications efforts to advance the University of Alabama System
  • Coordinate and create compelling content, including news posts, social media and web copy and graphics, and manage content calendars
  • Implement digital communications and social media strategy and manage related initiatives
  • Through research, tracking and reporting, analyze metrics to optimize communications efforts
  • Provide media monitoring updates and monitor industry news and trends to identify relevant opportunities
  • Monitor usage of UA System brand to ensure brand alignment and consistency

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Journalism or closely related field
  • Two (2) years of relevant experience preferred
  • Experience with digital communications and social media
  • Superb writing and organizational skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively across all levels of an organization
  • Graphic design experience preferred

Salary/Benefits/Retirement:  Salary is commensurate with skill level and years of experience of applicant. The University of Alabama System offers a valuable and comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance; generous vacation, personal, sick and holiday leave; access to matching contributions in a 403(b) supplemental retirement plan; a tuition assistance program for employees, their spouses and eligible dependents; and life insurance. For more information on the benefits package, please visit the System's  Benefits webpage .

All eligible employees are required by state law to participate in the  Teachers' Retirement System . This defined benefit program provides eligible, retired employees with a specific benefit payable monthly for the lifetime of the member. The value of this monthly retirement payment generally increases with each year of service. Upon service retirement, employees are also eligible to join the state's Public Education Employee Health Insurance Plan (PEEHIP).

Note to applicant: Applications (to include a letter of interest, resume, writing sample(s), and contact information for three professional references) must be submitted online. To apply, please visit: 

Background Investigation Statement:  Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction before a hiring decision is made.

The University of Alabama System is an equal opportunity employer (EOE), including an EOE of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

About University of Alabama System Office

As the state’s flagship university, The University of Alabama family has always focused on being the best. After all, we are The Capstone of Higher Education. Founded in 1831 as the state’s first public college, The University of Alabama is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research and service. We provide a creative, nurturing campus environment where our students can become the best individuals possible, learn from the best and brightest faculty, and make a positive difference in the community, the state and the world. You’ll like what you find here. Become part of The University of Alabama family.

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