Job Details

Marketing/Communications Specialist

Position Number: 9872567
Location: Salt Lake City, United States
Position Type: Public Relations, Marketing and Communications

Marketing/Communications Specialist

Job Summary

The Marketing & Communications Specialist creates content for the U Career Success website, social media channels, informational and promotional videos, newsletters, presentations, and other marketing items as needed. This role supports Career Coaches, the Pre-Professional Team, Connect2Health, Learn + Earn, and Corporate & Community Engagement. They will also collaborate with campus partners to distribute content and promote events and resources to a wide range of audiences.

About U Career Success
U Career Success connects students to experiences that lead to lifelong professional fulfillment. We collaborate with employers, colleges, and campus partners to build student skills and provide relevant, unique, and engaging opportunities.

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Responsibilities

Maintains and updates the U Career Success website and content for supported programs.
Creates content for newsletters, digital and print marketing, social media, internal and external communications, and reports for university leadership and community partners.
Collaborates with the team to create marketing and communication plans.
Monitors and analyzes the effectiveness of marketing/communication tactics and adjusting communication plans as necessary, in partnership with manager.
Develops and adheres to project timelines.
Ensures that distributed material is accurate and timely.
May perform other related technical duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree English, Journalism, Communications, or related field plus 3 years of related experience, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills; familiarity with a variety of computer software; project management and strong interpersonal skills; ability to work both individually and in a team setting.
Some areas may require additional experience with specific computer systems and may require skills in interviewing, ad copy writing, editing, photography, web writing, graphic design, audio & video production, and oral presentation.
Demonstrated professional writing and editing skills, with the ability to adapt content for varied audiences and platforms.
Experience creating and coordinating communications or marketing materials across multiple channels, such as web, email, social media, print, and presentations.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

Two or more years of professional experience in marketing, communications, public relations, digital content, or a related field.
Experience managing website content, preferably using WordPress or a comparable content management system.
Experience developing and implementing short- and long-term communications, marketing, or content strategies.
Experience creating and managing social media content, including content calendars and performance reporting.
Experience using communications or project-management tools, such as Trello, Asana, Microsoft Planner, Mailchimp, or similar platforms.
Experience using marketing analytics to assess the effectiveness of communications and adjust tactics.
Graphic design experience using Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or comparable tools.
Video production or editing experience.
Experience working in higher education, student services, nonprofit, or another mission-driven environment.
Experience translating complex information into clear, engaging, student-centered content.
Master's degree in a related field may be preferred.

Special Instructions
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may begin prior to the posting close date.

Requisition Number: PRN46373B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: Monday -- Friday, 8:00am -- 5:00pm with occasional early mornings or evenings as needed.
Department: 02404 - SVP Strategic Enrollment
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $50,000 - $55,000
Close Date: 11/30/2026
Open Until Filled:

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