University of Nebraska-Lincoln · 6 hours ago
Communications Specialist I
Lincoln, Nebraska Metropolitan Area
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelThe University of Nebraska-Lincoln is a recognized top employer, offering a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional growth. The Communications Specialist I will create and maintain engaging content across various platforms to promote the Agronomy & Horticulture department's initiatives and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance public awareness and support.
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Responsibilities
Identify, write, edit, develop, and maintain high-quality and compelling content across a wide range of platforms which may include social media, website, email marketing efforts, online and print publications and video
Build public awareness and support for the research, extension, teaching and learning taking place in the Agronomy & Horticulture department
Play a key role in the strategic communication of the Agronomy & Horticulture department’s accomplishments and goals, as well as with recruitment and stakeholder engagement
Collaborate with Agronomy & Horticulture leadership, faculty, and staff to identify areas and projects of high priority and to gather information for content creation
Work closely with IANR Communications to identify and amplify compelling Agronomy & Horticulture stories of broad interest, as well as to share strategic IANR and UNL Communications messaging
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or related field; additional relevant experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis
Experience with social media channels in a professional capacity
Ability to work as part of a team
Ability to develop content for a range of marketing platforms
Strong written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Preferred
Familiarity with Agronomy & Horticulture
Familiarity with video/audio/photo production tools
Experience with web management and html
Familiarity with professional design tools
Benefits
Ample paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Employee & dependent scholarship program to pursue higher education
Generous retirement plans with university match
Company
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln was chartered as a land-grant university on February 15, 1869, to create opportunity for the state of Nebraska.
Founded in 1949
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Alisha Nave
HR Business Partner
Angela Rushing
Human Resources Business Partner
Recent News
2024-01-19
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