Temporary - Communications Associate

Job Description

Job Description

We are excited that you are considering joining Nova Southeastern University!

Nova Southeastern University (NSU) was founded in 1964, and is a not-for-profit, independent university with a reputation for academic excellence and innovation. Nova Southeastern University offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package including tuition waiver, retirement plan, excellent medical and dental plans and much more. NSU cares about the health and welfare of its students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors and is a tobacco-free university.

We appreciate your support in making NSU the preeminent place to live, work, study and grow. Thank you for your interest in a career with Nova Southeastern University.

Primary Purpose:

This position plays an integral role in executing marketing and communications strategies, maintaining the Museum's public presence, and ensuring consistent messaging across digital and print platforms.

Job Category:  Non-Exempt

Hiring Range:  Commensurate with experience

Pay Basis:  Hourly

Subject to Grant Funding? 

Essential Job Functions: 

• Create, schedule, and publish engaging content across the Museum's social media platforms while maintaining brand consistency.
• Develop graphics and other digital assets for social media.
• Prepare press kits, media materials, presentation decks, and other communications collateral.
• Coordinate event listings and calendar submissions across print and online publications.
• Collaborate with departments throughout the Museum to gather information, promote exhibitions, programs, educational initiatives, and special events.
• Ensure all communications materials are accurate, timely, and aligned with the Museum's brand standards.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Development of a strategic weekly content plan aligned with exhibitions, events, media posts per month. 

Job Requirements: 

• Communication and writing skills as well as knowledge of social media platforms including Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube among others required.
• Must be able to follow instruction.

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 

Required Certifications/Licensures:  

Required Education:  Bachelor's Degree

Major (if required:  Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or equivalent professional experience.

Required Experience:

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience managing social media platforms for an organization or brand.
• Experience creating digital presentations and marketing materials.

Preferred Qualifications: 

Is this a safety sensitive position?  No  

Background Screening Required?  Yes  

Pre-Employment Conditions: 

Sensitivity Disclaimer:  Nova Southeastern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.

NSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.