University of Illinois at Urbana/Champaign
Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research
Institute for Sustainability, Energy and Environment (iSEE)
Communications Specialist
The Institute for Sustainability, Energy and Environment, http://sustainability.illinois.edu/, at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is seeking a Communication Specialist to provide the overall communications strategy for the Center for Air, Climate, Health, and Energy (CACHE), and provide support for iSEE communications activities.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop and maintain a dynamic, informative, and useful website for the CACHE and iSEE.
- Research, create, and edit content for print and online publication. This includes articles on scientific research and researchers, coverage of events, seminars, and symposia, interviews with faculty, affiliates, and students of all levels, proofing of grant proposals, creating press releases on awards, grants, and developments. Edit and proof work as necessary, in collaboration with iSEE’s Communications & Public Affairs Coordinator.
- Write articles for regional/national newsletters.
- Support internal communications efforts. Write announcements, web content, and other communication pieces.
- Brainstorm creative ideas for event themes, such as workshops, conferences. Formulate key messages and a strategy for marketing those messages.
- Assist in design of specific material, such as single and multi-page brochures, annual reports, publications, large-scale signage, and illustrations.
- Capture and edit video material on research and campus sustainability efforts.
- Effectively use social media, such as Facebook and Twitter, to reach current and potential audiences.
- Provide comprehensive event support for workshops, and annual conference including, creating print invitations, sending out invitations, creating presentation templates, locating needed technologies for presentations, taking photographs of the event, and arranging other event logistics as needed.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Required qualifications:
Bachelor degree in Communications/Public Relations, Journalism, English, or another communications related field. Alternate degree fields will be considered/accepted if accompanied by equivalent experience (depending on nature and depth of experience as it relates to this position)
Experience working with or in higher education; experience working with science related fields; experience in translating the science to a non-scientific audience. Excellent communication skills – verbal and written. Ability to work, research and brainstorm ideas independently. Possess thorough knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and MS Office programs. Ability to handle multiple assignments, work well with a variety of constituencies, and collaborate in a team environment.
Proposed start date: as soon as possible after closing date. Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Appointment Status: Regular 100% academic professional appointment / 12 month service basis. Benefit eligible position.
Applications must be received by Wednesday, December 16, 2015. To apply, all candidates must submit an online profile through https://jobs.illinois.edu by the close of the posting period. Qualified candidates must upload a letter of which details qualifications noted above, resume and the names and contact information of three professional references. All requested information must be submitted for your application to be considered. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
For further information please contact Susan Key, Human Resources, susankey@illinois.edu.
The University of Illinois conducts criminal background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer.
Illinois is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or criminal conviction history. Illinois welcomes individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and ideas who embrace and value diversity and inclusivity. (www.inclusiveillinois.illinois.edu).
