Communications Specialist

GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION

EEO Statement:	UNMC is an Affirmative Action Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Location	Omaha, NE
Requisition Number:	Staff_13701
Department	COPH Office of the Dean 50005230
Business Unit	College of Public Health
Reg-Temp	Full-Time Regular
Work Schedule	Monday-Friday, Flexible
Remote/Telecommuting	Hybrid (part-time working on site, part-time working off-site)
Position Summary	The Communications Specialist will work with multiple departments within the College of Public Health to create comprehensive marketing, communications, and web development strategies that enhance engagement with internal and external audiences. Responsible for the conceptualization, independent writing and design, development, and implementation of a broad range of communications (primarily website, social media, and podcasts) that remain consistent with and advance the UNMC brand.
Position Details	Additional Information
Posting Category	Operations
Working Title	Communications Specialist
Job Title	Marketing/Communications Specialist L1
Salary Grade	PR22S
Appointment Type	B1 - REG MGR PROF SALARY
Salary Range	$51,900 - $72,700/annual
Job Requisition Begin Date	02/10/2025
Application Review Date	02/17/2025
Review Date Information:	Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required Education:	Bachelor's degree
If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (NOTE: Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major)	Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Health Education, Public Health or related field.
Required Experience	2 years
If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience:	Experience in social media, website development and/or maintenance.
Required License	No
If yes, what is the required licensure/certification?
Required Computer Applications:	Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook
Required Other Computer Applications:	Microsoft Office 365; Adobe Creative Cloud
Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:	· Committed to professional development and a progressive, innovative work environment. · Exceptional communication skills with the ability to actively cultivate relationships with key education stakeholders both within and outside the organization. · Self-motivated and strong organizational and time management skills with ability to manage multiple projects · Systems-thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to rapidly recognize, analyze, and resolve issues.
Preferred Education:	Master's degree
If any degree/training is preferred, please specify the type:	Master’s degree in graphic design, Communications, Marketing, English, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field.
Preferred Experience:	Experience with video production (shooting, editing, etc).
Preferred License:	Yes
If yes, what is the preferred licensure/certification?:
Preferred Computer Applications:
Preferred Other Computer Applications:
Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
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EEO Statement

The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work and learning environment free from discrimination and harassment. UNMC is dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected and included. UNMC does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. UNMC complies with all local, state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination, including Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex.

Requisition Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Health Education, Public Health or related field?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have a minimum of two years experience in social media, website development and/or maintenance?
- Yes
- No
* If you do have a minimum of two years experience in social media, website development and/or maintenance, please elaborate (If No, indicate NA)
(Open Ended Question)
* Are you proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Outlook?
- Yes
- No
* Are you proficient in Microsoft Office 365 and Adobe Creative Cloud?
- Yes
- No
* How did you hear about this position?
- Careerlink
- Employee Referral
- HERC
- Indeed
- Job Fair
- Lincoln Journal Star
- Linkedin
- Omaha World Herald
- UNMC Job Site
- Facebook
- NEWorks
- Handshake
- Other
* If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.
(Open Ended Question)
* Within the past 6 months, have you been affected by a reduction in force or grant funding expiration with the University of Nebraska Medical Center?
- Yes
- No