Communications Coordinator

## Communications CoordinatorApply: Campus: Tempe: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 26, 2026 (16 days left to apply): JR128066**Job Profile:**Creative Services Specialist 1**Job Family:**Creative Services**Time Type:**Full time**Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.****Minimum Qualifications:**Associate's degree and one (1) year of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Job Profile Summary: Responsible for advancing the university's public image and reputation by assisting in routine media engagement and outreach activities to actively engage with media outlets, secure impactful coverage, and promote the university's stories, achievements, and expertise.**Job Description:****Position Salary Range:** $48,600 - $52,500 per year; DOE **Job Description:**The Rob Walton College of Global Futures, the learning space within the Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory, is hiring for a Communications Coordinator. The Communications Coordinator will assist the Assistant Director of Strategic Marketing and Communications in creating content for various platforms, including website, news outlets, paid campaigns and coordination with media relations. This role will assist in developing and implementing the college's communication strategies, programs and project content, and materials for a variety of projects that effectively market and disseminate information. Will promote the college's activities to internal and external constituents including faculty, staff, students, alumni, donors, and the general public. Please submit: * A compelling letter of interest citing why you would like to work for our college, how your experience will add value and why you are the ideal candidate.* A detailed resume that clearly illustrates prior knowledge, skills and experience that meets the minimum and desired qualifications stated in this requisition.**Essential Duties:** * Assists in implementing communications projects and programs for the unit to ensure consistency in message and support of goals and objectives.* Advises decision makers on effective communications and public relations matters.* Contributes towards communications efforts that support recruitment, enrollment and retention.* Participates in strategic communications planning for college projects and initiatives.* Serves as a writer, and editor for college public relations efforts including implementation on ASU News and websites.* Supports communication initiatives, programs, and projects through analysis, planning, creation, and development of materials/content.* Determines target markets to expand audience base; creates and produces communications materials as well as collateral from concept to completion.* Serves as copywriter and editor; edits and determines layout of materials including; brochures, flyers, slides, presentations, web pages and web-based communications; oversees production of materials.* Interfaces with and conducts regular interviews with faculty, alumni, key stakeholders, project leads/managers, and team members in order to develop stories for publication and market content.* Supports the implementation of guidelines for the use of the college's web site, advertising, and staff print communications.* Writes content for the web site; ensure timeliness of all information, and coordinate content updates with college and schools.* Other duties as assigned. **Desired Qualifications:** * Knowledge of marketing practices and principles.* Knowledge of media placement and graphic design concepts.* Knowledge of web content and management concepts, principles and practices.* Skill in effective communication.* Ability to handle multiple complex issues through use of good negotiation skills.* Ability to work in an environment subject to quickly changing priorities and tight deadline.* Familiarity with university brand guidelines and AP Style.* Ability to work independently and accurately with strong attention to detail.* Dependability, flexibility, and ability to maintain confidentiality. **Working Environment:** * Work location: The College's home campus is the Tempe campus.* Some events may require attendance outside of regular work hours.* Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of being in a stationary position, keyboarding, and manipulating a computer mouse.* Required to move moderate distances to perform work.* Frequently moving up to 25 pounds for various needs.* Regular use of standard office equipment, including, but not limited to computer workstation/laptop (keyboard, monitor, mouse), printer, fax, calculator, copier, telephone, and associated computer/technology peripherals. **Department Statement:** The Rob Walton College of Global Futures equips students with the knowledge, skills and agency they need to tackle complex global challenges, preparing them for careers that drive meaningful impact. It is part of the Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory, the world’s first comprehensive, university-based approach to ensuring a future where well-being is attainable for all of earth’s inhabitants.**Driving Requirement:**This position may require driving. Employee must possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.**Location:**Campus: Tempe**Funding:**No Federal Funding**Instructions to Apply:**Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub. To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:* Cover letter* Resume or CV Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name. Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered. **Important:** Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact The Office of Human Resources Talent Acquisition before the posting close date. Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience. Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. 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