Communications Specialist

Salary: $0.00 Annually
Location : Lorman, MS
Job Type: Full-Time Staff
Job Number: FY202600186
Department: Office of Marketing & Communication
Opening Date: 08/27/2026


Job Title


Specialist, Communication

Essential Job Functions


Advises and provides support on projects that are deemed shared priorities of the university and academic units that comprise the communications team.
Advises administrators, faculty and staff on effective communications and media relations
Develops communications plans and creative briefs for major initiatives
Works collaboratively with other units in the Office of Communications and Marketing on multi-media projects and initiatives
Other related duties, as assigned

Qualifications


Minimum Education Bachelor's degree in mass communications, journalism, or a related field
Minimum Experience One (1) year professional experience in a client facing communications, public relations role, with emphasis on media relations and social media Experience writing for broad audiences as well as those in higher education also is highly preferred

Knowledge Skills and Abilities


Knowledgeable of a broad range of journalistic and multimedia tools, including media software for news distribution and monitoring
Knowledgeable of professional guidelines for journalism and public relations
Proficient in and adaptable to new technology, including production management and team collaboration software
Excellent communication skills, verbal, written, and interpersonal
Excellent project management skills
Skilled in researching topics
Ability to make complex research and concepts accessible to varied audiences
Ability to successfully pitch and place news stories, regionally and nationally
Ability to create engaging content across all media
Ability to meet tight deadlines
Ability to maintain confidentiality


EEO Statement

Alcorn State University is expressly committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender identity and/or expressions, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Further, the University will not tolerate any instances of harassment/sexual harassment. This policy applies to all employees, regardless of position, consultants and applicants for employment. Additionally, it is the responsibility of all personas making employment decisions to adhere to this policy.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement and deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of 29 hours per week and are employed more than 4 1/2 months over the course of a year receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis.
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