Communications Specialist - Institute for Military and Veteran Family Wellness

Company: University of Texas at Austin
Location: Austin
Posted on: November 15, 2024

Job Description:

Job Posting Title:Communications Specialist - Institute for Military and Veteran Family Wellness----Hiring Department:Office of the Associate Dean for Research----Position Open To:All Applicants----Weekly Scheduled Hours:40----FLSA Status:Exempt----Earliest Start Date:Nov 04, 2024----Position Duration:Expected to Continue Until Nov 30, 2025----Location:UT MAIN CAMPUS----Job Details:General NotesThis is a grant-funded position and reassignment will be based upon performance, progress toward research goals and continuation of funding. Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship.PurposeThis Communications Specialist Position will advance communication and marketing efforts for the Institute for Military and Veteran Family Wellness (IMVFW) and it's Veteran Spouse Network (VSN) initiative.Responsibilities

• Manage the Institute for Military and Veteran Family Wellness (IMVFW) and it's Veteran Spouse Network (VSN) websites. Develop and implement plans to increase outreach and user experience.
• Manage the Institute for Military and Veteran Family Wellness (IMVFW) and it's Veteran Spouse Network (VSN) social media accounts. Develop and post content. Manage incoming and outgoing communications. Develop and implement plans to increase outreach.
• Create social media graphics, including but not limited to, print flyers, presentations, infographics, and posters.
• Coordinate and manage the Institute for Military and Veteran Family Wellness (IMVFW) and it's Veteran Spouse Network (VSN) email inboxes and coordinate responses to inquiries with teams.
• Coordinate with University communications departments including outside media entities and partners.Required QualificationsBachelor's Degree in communications or related field with at least 5 years' experience in online marketing and communications product/program management experience; professional journalistic writing experience for digital channels; experience managing content on a large website; experience with information architecture, content creation and content strategy. Excellent attention to detail. Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Values the contributions of others in the work environment. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.Preferred QualificationsMaster's Degree in communications, marketing or related field with at least 5 years' experience in online marketing and communications product/program management experience; professional journalistic writing experience for digital channels; experience managing content on a large website; experience with information architecture, content creation and content strategy.Awareness of military culture.Salary Range$60,000 - $65,000 - depending on qualificationsWorking Conditions
  • May work around standard office conditions
  • Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstationWork Shift
    • M-F, Flexible between 8am-6pmRequired Materials
      • Resume/CV
      • 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
      • Letter of interestImportantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.----Employment Eligibility:Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.----Retirement Plan Eligibility:The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.----Background Checks:A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.----Equal Opportunity Employer:The University of Texas at Austin, as an ,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.----Pay Transparency:The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.----Employment Eligibility Verification:If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.----E-Verify:The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:
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        • [PDF]----Compliance:Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in .The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.

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