Communications Specialist

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Working within the University Marketing and Communications Department and in partnership with the Pruitt Center for Mindfulness and Well-Being, the Communications Specialist develops and drafts communication content and assists in the execution of the communications strategy in support of the Pruitt Center for Mindfulness and Well-Being’s communication goals. This includes content production for the web, social media, print and other mediums; graphic design, and marketing-related administrative tasks.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Plans editorial content according to established goals and objects

• Writes, edits, and publishes content for various communication projects and marketing platforms to align with strategic initiatives and established communication campaigns

• Provides project management and execution of communications programs, initiatives, and tactical plans

• Communicates with stakeholders to verify requests and identify editorial resources

• Monitors reach and effectiveness of communication campaigns, projects, and initiatives

Department: University Marketing and Communications

Reports To: Director of Marketing and Communications

Part-time: 50% appointment, Academic Staff, Ongoing, 12-month, one vacancy

This position is eligible for hybrid work consideration. Currently eligibility requires residency in one of the following states: Wisconsin or Minnesota upon hire.

Other Duties:

• Complete required trainings and professional development as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong writing and multimedia content development skills that will promote engagement and resonate with the Pruitt Center for Mindfulness and Well-Being’s target audiences.
• Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Ability to compile and analyze results of communications initiatives.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with a team.
• Skilled in social media platforms including but not limited to Facebook and Instagram.
• Excellent interpersonal written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to drive a vehicle for the purpose of conducting university business and meet the criteria for operation of state-owned-vehicles – Policy 615.

Required Qualifications:

• Meet at least one of the following:
  • Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications or related field
  • Associate’s degree in marketing, communications, or related field plus 1 year of work experience in a related field
• Experience with MS Office 365 including SharePoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Graphic design skills
• Valid driver’s license

This position is currently ineligible for H1-B sponsorship. A qualification for this position includes independent eligibility to work within the United States upon hire date.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) database system
• Experience with planning and creating content for social media accounts
• Experience with basic photography/videography and editing
• Experience or interest in mental health or well-being

Compensation & Benefits: Salary range for this position is: $21.10 – $22.12 hourly. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. For a summary of benefits, please see: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/fasl.pdf.

Starting Date:  As soon as possible.

Contact Information:

For additional information about UW-Superior, visit www.uwsuper.edu;

For additional information about this position, contact Kelsey Larson at klarso78@uwsuper.edu.

Application Process:

Review of all complete applications will commence at 8:00am on August 11, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.

How to Apply:

Please click the “Apply” button to begin the application process or visit https://www.uwsuper.edu/about/employment/. You will be required to log in or create a Workday account to continue.

As part of the application process, you will be required to upload:

1.) Cover Letter

2.) Resume

3.) Unofficial transcripts of all degrees earned

UW-Superior, A Superior Place:

The University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identities of ‘final candidates’ must be revealed upon request. According to the Attorney General, ‘final candidates’ under Wisconsin law means the five candidates who are considered most qualified for the position. See Wis. Stat. Sec. 19.36(7)(a).

Employment will require a criminal background check, and if you have prior work history within the last seven years with Universities of Wisconsin or State of Wisconsin agencies, a personnel file review check for employee misconduct. It will also require your references to answer questions regarding employee misconduct, sexual violence and sexual harassment. The University reserves the right to check references with notice given to the candidates at the appropriate time in the process.

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EEO Statement

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.