Communications Specialists

Details

Open Date 08/31/2026

Requisition Number PRN46061B

Job Title Marketing Communication Specialists

Working Title Communications Specialists

Career Progression Track P00

Track Level P2 - Developing, P1 - Entry Level Pro

FLSA Code Professional

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Standard Hours per Week 40

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

Regular work hours are generally Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with the flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed for special events.

VP Area Academic Affairs

Department 00002 - EVPAA - Academics

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range $50,000 - $68,000

Close Date 10/31/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) 09/07/2026

Job Summary

Designs, coordinates, and executes a wide range of marketing/communications initiatives. Performs a variety of writing, design, and project management tasks while using sound judgment and strong interpersonal skills to plan and execute marketing/communications strategies. Utilizes traditional and electronic publishing technologies to produce communications that support project objectives.

This person will assist with communications operations and tasks of the Office of the EVPAA as directed by the communications director. This person will help craft both internal and external messaging for the Executive Vice President and other campus leaders. Duties may include managing/coordinating annual faculty awards communication/project and Truth in Tuition communication/project, as well as assisting with writing talking points, newsletter articles, @theU articles, etc. They will also help manage the EVPAA’s social media accounts and may be asked to collaborate with other communications and marketing professionals in Academic Affairs to complete larger projects.

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The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.

Responsibilities

Engage in the development and execution of strategic marketing communications to efficiently support EVPAA Office projects across various communication channels. Create communication programs that promote the organization and its projects through various means including blogs and social media, websites, logos, or other promotional products. Collaborate with external partners/vendors to execute promotional events and campaigns. Develop a calendar for social media campaigns. Assist in analyzing marketing data to help shape future marketing strategies

Marketing Communication Specialist, I

• Requires basic skill set and proficiency. Conducts work assignments as directed. Closely supervised with little latitude for independent judgment.

• This is an Entry-Level position in the General Professional track.

Marketing Communication Specialist, II

• Requires moderate skill set and proficiency in discipline. Conducts work assignments of increasing complexity, under moderate supervision with some latitude for independent judgment.

• This is a Developing-Level position in the General Professional track.

Department Specefic Responsibilites

1. Develops and executes marketing/communication plans by utilizing traditional and electronic publishing technologies

2. Develops and communicates department information on various projects to its stakeholders, both internal and external

3. Monitors the effectiveness of marketing and communication tactics and adjusts communication plans as necessary

4. Collaborates with the department and other stakeholders to develop concepts for various projects

5. Proofreads all communications and monitors media

6. Manages the research and development of content for publication

7. Develops and adheres to project timelines

8. Ensures that distributed material is accurate and timely

9. May perform other related technical duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT : 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:

Marketing Communication Specialist, I: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master’s (or equivalency) degree.

Marketing Communication Specialist, II: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.

Preferences

Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or a related field and three to five years of experience in a communications role. Experience in internal communications, public relations, and/or social media is preferred.

Type Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

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This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

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