Specialist, Media - Baltimore, United States - University of Maryland, Baltimore

University of Maryland, Baltimore

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Baltimore, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

The Department of Psychiatry - Addiction Research & Treatment for the The University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) has an exciting opportunity for a
Media & Public Relations Specialist.

BENEFITS (Exempt Regular):

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development.

This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire.

Exempt regular staff receive a generous paid leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

_ UMB is Ranked Among the Best Employers for Diversity by Forbes 2022 & 2023._

PRIMARY DUTIES

Create public informational materials to target audiences for business unit communications, including multimedia content for use on the web and social media sites.

Develops, writes, and edits press releases and other communications materials. Interacts with media relations outlets to provide stories to elevate the awareness of the University. Spots media trending and prepares responses as needed.

Contributes to production and distribution of public informational materials to a target audience using social and multimedia, such as enewsletters, publication, website content, and magazine.
Researches, writes, edits, and summarizes tributes information materials to print, broadcast, and online media outlets. Maintains printed inventory, databases, and digital archives.
React to and interact with media representatives to develop and maintain relationships, pitch university programs and activities, and respond to media inquiries
Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:
Bachelor's degree preferably in English, journalism, or communications.

Experience:
Two (2) years of related communications, marketing, media, public or client relations experience.

Supervisory Experience:
N/A.

Certification/Licensure:
N/A.

Other:
Clery act designated job as campus security authorities (CSA) member and will comply with Clery Act requirements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently.

Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

HIRING RANGE:
$60,000s (Commensurate with education and experience)

Job:
Reg or CII Exempt Staff - E2901D

Employee Class:
Exempt Regular

Full Time/Part Time:
Full-Time

Shift:
Day Job

Financial Disclosure:
No

Organization:
School of Medicine - Psychiatry

Job Posting:
Apr 18, 2024

Unposting Date:
May 5, 2024, 10:59:00 PM