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Communications Manager
Job Description
Posting Number
PG194177SPInternal Recruitment
NoWorking Title
Communications ManagerAnticipated Hiring Range
$63,000 - $64,000Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm; Flexible work arrangements, including virtual/hybrid work locations, may be available.Job Location
Raleigh, NCDepartment
Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering (CCEE)About the Department
Our research programs and facilities are world class. CCEE encourages active collaboration and cross-disciplinary activities and has a strong commitment to innovative research. The department partners with industry and government to conduct research at the cutting edge of science and technology. Our laboratories contain a variety of special equipment for research in construction materials, construction engineering, coastal processes, environmental engineering, hydraulics, soils, structures and mechanics, and transportation systems.
Essential Job Duties
The successful candidate will have:
- Excellent reporting and writing skills. The communications manager will develop stories for a variety of audiences, including prospective and current students, alumni, policymakers, and researchers at other institutions A key skill is translating research activities for a general audience, so experience with technical and/or scientific writing is preferred. Tasks will include writing feature articles about student activities, department events, research findings, student and faculty awards, and other topics and editing contributions from faculty and staff on our department’s Publicity Committee.
- Experience with photography, video production, and digital storytelling. The communications manager will develop content for our web site, social media (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X), newsletter, magazine, and on-campus public display screens. Responsibilities will include taking photos and short videos, either to accompany articles or to stand alone. r
- Responsibilities will include overseeing design templates for the department. The department maintains a subscription to Adobe Creative Cloud and will provide equipment for photography and computing.
- Experience with content management systems, including WordPress, is required. The communications manager will post stories in a variety of management systems, including for social media channels and web site. The communications manager will also maintain a shared archive of communications content.
- Ability to operate independently. Faculty will provide ideas for stories, but the communications manager will be encouraged to develop plans, communications calendars, story ideas and publicity initiatives on their own. Experience with managing a publication and communication schedule is helpful.
- Supervisory skills. Due to the number of communication-related tasks, an ability to hire and oversee students and freelancers is essential. The applicant should have experience with managing small teams.
Other Responsibilities
- Other duties as needed by Supervisor.
Minimum Experience/Education
Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Other Required Qualifications
- Excellent reporting and writing skills.
- Experience with photography and video production, and graphic design.
- Basic knowledge of multiple social media platforms, Adobe Creative Cloud, and Wordpress.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with technical and scientific writing.
- Experience with coordinating communications for academic programs.
- Experience in storytelling to diverse audiences.
Required License or Certification
Valid NC Driver's License required
NoCommercial Driver's License Required?
NoJob Open Date
08/13/2024Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)
08/19/2024Special Instructions
Position Number
00108516Position Type
SHRAPosition Classification Band Title
Public Communication SpecialistPosition Classification Band Level
JourneyPosition Classification Salary Range
$ 35,880 - $ 96,560Salary Grade Equivalency
GN10Alternate Option
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.00Appointment
12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency EventTime Limited Position
YesTime-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)
3 yearsDepartment Id
140301 - Civil Const & Environ EngineerAA/EEO
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
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