Media & Communications Specialist - Denton, United States - University of North Texas at Dallas

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Position Details
Position Information

UNT System Overview
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Posting Title
Media & Communications Specialist

Department
UNT-Facilities-Gen-152000

Job Location
Denton

Full Time/Part Time
Full-Time

Retirement Eligibility
TRS Eligible

Additional Retirement Information
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Salary Information
Salary commensurate with experience.

Department Summary
Facilities Planning, Design and Construction (FPDC) provides the following services to the UNT community: construction estimating, site design, architectural & interior design, engineering design, full project management, construction inspection, furniture procurement, campus mapping, space analysis, and capital planning. FPDC is responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable State & Federal statutes, laws and codes related to State buildings, procurement and construction. FPDC also maintains building records and data for all campus facilities including utility & infrastructure maps, surveys, site plans, floor plans, construction documents, & other building records.
The Facilities organization at UNT is a service provider comprised of the following divisions: Facilities Planning Design & Construction (PDC); Facilities Maintenance (FM) and Facilities Support & Services (FSS). We are responsible for the planning, renovation, maintenance and repair of university buildings and facilities, as well as other services playing an essential role to the mission of the University of North Texas. Facilities has over 325 employees who lead the way in caring for and operating over 175 facilities across 960 acres of property. Our goal is to provide world-class support for the University by ensuring safe, reliable, efficient facility and utility operations delivered with outstanding customer service and effective stewardship of resources and the environment. For additional information on Facilities, you may visit our website at:


Position Overview
Position Overview:
This entry-level position writes, edits, and disseminates creative content consistent with the communication strategy for the department. Representative duties include:

• Create written and visual content, including graphics, photos, and videos, for varying mediums (online, print, broadcast). Products may include: articles, webpages, and social media.
• Manages social media platforms and responds appropriately to time-sensitive situations.
• Develop marketing material for departmental, university, and external audiences.
• Represent department at outreach events.
• Visually inspect copy and design material when self-editing or editing the copy of others to ensure accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Application of proper spelling, grammar, and punctuation to write accurate and compelling messages.
• Schedule and conduct interviews with accurate note-taking.

Additional Posting Details

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in related field, or in communications, marketing, advertising, public relations; or any equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Understanding of market segmentation, principles of marketing, integrated marketing communications principles and branding. Ability to visually inspect copy material.
• Competency in MS Office and requisite publishing, graphic design and media tools.
• Ability to think creatively, organize tasks, work independently and meet deadlines.
• Ability to use Associated Press style.
• Strong communications skills.
• Ability to conceptualize, plan and organize multiple programs and assignments effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with creative design software
• Experience managing web content
• Experience managing social media channels

Required License / Registration / Certification
Possession of a valid Texas driver's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment; ability to drive a vehicle and maintain coverage under University liability insurance policy, if required to drive University vehicles.

Work Schedule
Monday – Thursday
7:30 am – 5:00 pm
Friday
7:30 am – 2:30 pm

Driving University Vehicle
Yes

Security Sensitive
This is a security sensitive position.

EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.

Classification Title
Marketing Specialist

Physical Requirements
Carrying, Driving, Kneeling, Lifting up to 25 pounds, Pulling , Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Squatting, Stooping, Bending, Standing, Twisting, Walking, Writing, Grasp, Talk or Hear, Crawling, Ability to communicate

Job Duties

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Manage all aspects of the department's presence on social media platforms, including, but not limited to, generating accurate content, monitoring activity, handling engagement with other users, and gauging effectiveness through analytic analysis. Act as webmaster and administer all aspects of the department's website.

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Develop graphic and written media such as the monthly Facilities newsletter and for relevant information distribution on department kiosk monitors and other platforms. Facilities staff photographer for events and historical documentation.

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Represent Facilities and liaise with other institutional communications officers.

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Manage the department's presence at outreach events such as Orientations, safety fairs, and other related institutional events.

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Perform role of public information officer for Facilities. Responsible for general announcement emails and related communications for internal and external audiences.

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Consistently completes expected duties in a timely manner without constant supervision. Accepts responsibility for own work and follows through on commitments.

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Promotes Facilities' core values of Service, Integrity, and Excellence by conducting oneself in a manner that is respectful, honest, ethical, and customer focused.

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Committed to maintaining a safe and secure work environment.

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Demonstrates punctuality and follows policies and procedures for absences, time and attendance

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
S7382P

Position End Date (if temporary)

Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter with their online application.

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