Public Communications Specialist

Location

Chapel Hill, NC | United States

Job description

Public Communications Specialist Location Chapel Hill, NC : Posting Information Department Arts and Sciences Foundation-300101 Career Area Public Relations/Communications/Marketing Is this an internal only recruitment? No Posting Open Date 01/17/2024 Application Deadline 01/23/2024 Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA) Position Title Public Comm Specialist - Contributing Salary Grade Equivalent GN06 Working Title Public Communications Specialist Position Number 20008328 Vacancy ID P018569 Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-Time Permanent If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment Hours per week 40 Work Schedule Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Work Location Chapel Hill, NC Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $36,998 - $47,000 Pay Band Information To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet . Position Summary Information Be a Tar Heel! A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance. Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit As the largest unit on campus, the College of Arts & Sciences forms the academic core of the Carolina experience. Our mission is to create knowledge and discover innovative solutions to the world's greatest challenges, to educate outstanding undergraduate and graduate students, and to encourage faculty, staff and students to contribute meaningfully to North Carolina, the nation and the world. The Arts and Sciences Foundation strives to enhance the College of Arts and Sciences by meeting the needs of the various academic departments, promoting teaching, research and service, and supporting the continuing development of knowledge and learning. Position Summary The Arts and Sciences Foundation seeks a full-time public communications specialist to join a robust donor relations team that supports stewardship and development communications activities for the College of Arts and Sciences. Reporting to the Director of Donor Relations and Compliance, the Public Communications Specialist will be responsible for writing and editing a significant volume of custom reports and acknowledgment letters for donors, as well as materials for College and Foundation publications. The position requires frequent interaction via email, phone and in-person with donors and colleagues across the College's 43 departments, to obtain information needed for donor reports. It also requires a high level of production, the ability to extract data from a specialized database, attention to detail, and an appreciation of the role of private support at a public university. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• Strong writing and editing skills
• Knowledge of AP style and best practices for writing for the web
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills
• The ability to work effectively and with discretion with major donors and a variety of University administrators and staff
• The ability to work on multiple projects at once

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Salary

$37k - $47k