Communications (Professional)

%3Cp style=%22margin-bottom:0px;margin-top:0px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial;font-size:medium;%22%3EThe incumbent will be responsible for higher-level tasks related to the creation, development and circulation of print and web material for University departments as well as public affairs for the University. Tasks could include, but are not limited to coordinating projects for clients, overseeing the production of materials, Representing the University/providing information to the media and public, and arranging press conferences.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cdiv class=%22block__cell block__field--wide-rich-text%22 style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);box-sizing:border-box;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);flex:0 1 100%;font-family:%26quot;Open Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Segoe UI%26quot;, Frutiger, %26quot;Frutiger Linotype%26quot;, %26quot;Dejavu Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Helvetica Neue%26quot;, Arial, sans-serif;font-size:13.02px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;margin:10px 0px 0px;orphans:2;padding:0px 25px 0px 0px;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;width:970px;word-spacing:0px;%22 data-bind=%22css: %24component.getBlockCellCss(%24data, 0)%22%3E%3Cdiv class=%22block__field--wide-rich-text%22 style=%22flex-basis:100%;%22 data-bind=%22attr: {id: %24data.name + %27-container%27,%0A class:(%0A %24data.displayType === %27InputTextArea%27) ? %27block__field--full-width%27 : %0A (%24data.displayType === %27InputRichText%27 || %24data.name === %27descriptionExt%27 || %24data.name === %27qualificationExt%27 ||%0A %24data.name === %27descriptionInt%27 || %24data.name === %27qualificationInt%27) ? %27block__field--wide-rich-text%27 :%0A %27block__field--edit%27}%22 id=%22descriptionExt-container%22%3E%3Cdiv class=%22oj-form-control block__field-rtfValue %22 style=%22margin-bottom:5px;padding-bottom:5px;vertical-align:middle;%22 data-bind=%22attr: {id: %24data.name + %27-value%27, formFieldId: %24data.name},%0A html: %24component.getFieldValue(%24data)%22 id=%22descriptionExt-value%22 formfieldid=%22descriptionExt%22%3E%3Cp style=%22margin:0px 0px 12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;%22%3EContent %26amp; Marketing Development%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;%22%3E• %26nbsp; %26nbsp;Supports departmental re-branding processes including discovery and information gathering, brand and materials %26nbsp; %26nbsp; %26nbsp; %26nbsp; development, and developing a rollout and communications plan for the new brand launch.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;%22%3EProvides moderately complex content and marketing development for web and print media, including writing, editing, research, web graphics and templates, social media, signs and banners, emails, reports, templates, and other print and communications collateral.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;%22%3E• %26nbsp; %26nbsp;Serves as a strategic contributor for the communications team in content creation, ensuring design and branding consistency across all channels.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;%22%3E• %26nbsp; %26nbsp;Supports the marketing team in producing and editing high-quality materials, including promotions, advertising, and publicity, ensuring accuracy and high standards.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;%22%3E• %26nbsp; %26nbsp;Modifies messaging according to target audience, communication goals, and the specific communication channels employed.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22margin:0px 0px 12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;%22%3EInstitutional %26amp; Academic Communications%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;%22%3E• %26nbsp; %26nbsp;Develops and produces institutional communications including department newsletters, annual reports, faculty publications, grant materials, recruitment content, and alumni communications.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;%22%3E• %26nbsp; %26nbsp;Collaborates with faculty and researchers to translate complex academic and public health research into accessible, engaging content for internal and external audiences.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;%22%3E• %26nbsp; %26nbsp;Tracks, organizes, and maintains faculty peer-reviewed publications and research outputs for reporting, promotion, and institutional visibility.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;%22%3E• %26nbsp; %26nbsp;Provides communications support to affiliated academic units, including research centers and alumni organizations.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;%22%3E• %26nbsp; %26nbsp;Manages communications and logistics for high-profile academic events, including lecture series, research symposia, alumni events, and national conference participation.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;%22%3E• %26nbsp; %26nbsp;Serves as primary liaison for campus partners, external stakeholders, and vendors; coordinates contracts and on-site execution.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;%22%3E• %26nbsp; %26nbsp;Produces multimedia storytelling initiatives, including student recruitment, faculty profiles, and academic program promotions, overseeing all phases of production.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;%22%3E• %26nbsp; %26nbsp;Supports events and promotions, including vendor contact, interfacing with clients and designers, developing materials, and tracking milestone deliverables.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22margin:0px 0px 12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;%22%3ECollaboration %26amp; Administration%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;%22%3E• %26nbsp; %26nbsp;Works collaboratively and effectively with subject matter experts (SMEs), creative teams, and University departments to ensure high-quality content is delivered on time.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;%22%3E• %26nbsp; %26nbsp;Maintains and updates applicable databases in a timely and accurate manner.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;%22%3E• %26nbsp; %26nbsp;Provides guidance to other staff as directed.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;%22%3E• %26nbsp; %26nbsp;Attends unit-specific events and meetings to support and spearhead messaging efforts.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22margin:0px 0px 12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;%22%3EOther Duties%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22margin:0px 0px 12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px;%22%3EOther duties may be assigned as needed. The job duties outlined in this position description include common responsibilities for this title and level and are not intended to cover every duty that may be required.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22margin:0px 0px 12px;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3C/div%3E%3C/div%3E%3C/div%3E

A Bachelor's degree and 3 years professional experience is preferred.

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The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Job Details
Job Description: All Temps, Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh
Department: GSPH-Behavioral & Community Health Sciences
Campus: Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required: 3
Average number of working hours per week for this assignment: 25
Work Schedule: 22.5 - 37.5 hours a week, depending on work needing completed
Is there a potential this assignment will result in a regular Staff position?: No
Work Arrangement: Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.
Requested Pay Rate: 25.00
Visa Sponsorship Provided: No
Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable
Required Documents: Resume