Communications Specialist

$50.38k - $56.68k

Illinois Central College

Peoria, IL

# Communications SpecialistApply: East Peoria Campus: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 7, 2026 (14 days left to apply): JR-001171**Position Title:**Communications Specialist**Campus:**East Peoria Campus**Employment Type:**Management, StaffFull time**Department:**Marketing**Start Date:**10/19/2026**Job Description:****Summary:**The Communications Specialist will work as a critical member of the ICC Communications team to develop, coordinate, and implement internal communication strategies and tactics for traditional and digital channels. Working directly with Marketing, this position will help execute marketing strategies, internal communications and tactics, and will assist with media relations for all web, print and digital communications. **Compensation for the Communications Specialist is $50,377.60-$56,680.00 annually.** **Essential Functions:***This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.** Write, edit, and proofread internal College communications, including emails, texts, web content, scripts, magazine articles, blogs, video, and other assigned projects.* Maintain a consistent brand and voice throughout all projects and ensure adherence to ICC Brand Standards.* Assist in writing and sending communication out of various platforms including CRM (Slate).* Coordinate interviews with current students and alumni to write feature stories.* Assist with the compilation, proofing, and final document preparation of institutional reports, accreditation materials, and faculty resources, including highly sensitive and confidential materials.* Ensure systematic organization of all communication pieces.* Conceptualize, shoot, and edit high-quality video content to drive public engagement, streamline internal communications, and support overarching digital marketing strategies across all institutional channels.* Perform related duties as required. **Minimum Qualifications:***The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities.** Associate degree in communications, marketing, public relations, or equivalent.* Two years of experience in communications, marketing, agency, public relations, or related field.* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.* Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including grammatical, copywriting, and editing skills.* Ability to organize work and set priorities in order to meet deadlines.* Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality with all levels of staff. **Preferred Qualifications:*** Experience in higher education.* Experience in WordPress.* Experience using a CRM or mass email distribution software.* Knowledge of Associated Press writing guidelines. Illinois Central College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, ancestry, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, order of protection status, use of VESSA rights, genetic information, military or veteran status (including discharge status), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. ## Illinois Central College offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees, including:* ## paid time off;* ## 11 paid holidays; 2 floating holidays* ## medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance;* ## tuition waivers for employee, spouse and dependent children;* ## on-site childcare center;* ## 403(b) retirement plans; and* ## State University Retirement System pension plan.
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