Communications Associate, EPIC

Communications Associate, EPIC

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Locations : Illinois : Chicago

Time Type : Full time

Posted On : Posted 30+ Days Ago

Job Requisition ID : JR27507

Department : EPIC - Communications

Find out more about the daily tasks, overall responsibilities, and required experience for this opportunity by scrolling down now.

About the Department :

The Energy Policy Institute at the University of Chicago (EPIC) produces data-driven research that advances society’s understanding of the global energy challenge and translates research insights into real-world impacts through strategic outreach and training for the next generation of global energy leaders.

EPIC acts as an interdisciplinary hub for energy and environmental research across the University of Chicago.

Job Summary :

The Communications Associate will play a central role in executing EPIC communications and student engagement. This work will include managing communications strategy and implementing education, student, and campus programming.

The Communications Associate will report to the Senior Director of Communications and External Engagement and work closely with the Communications and Digital Marketing and Campus Engagement Managers.

Responsibilities :

Develops and plays a central role in executing strategies to amplify the program’s education and student programming through all forms of media (print, social, video, etc.

in coordination with the Digital Media Manager and Multimedia Designer.

• Writes news stories about new faculty, researchers, students and their classes and activities in order to spread awareness of the educational and student offerings as well as campus life.
• Manages Chicago-based promotion for programming, engaging key student groups and other organizations on and off campus.
• Creates social media campaigns geared toward the promotion of campus life and educational programming.
• Maintains the scholar, education and student portals and student event pages on the website.
• Compiles a weekly newsletter geared to students and a monthly newsletter highlighting campus life.
• Monitors the online presence of associated schools and centers, as well as the University of Chicago's news pages, for climate-related updates.
• Works with the Campus Engagement Manager in engaging new students and student groups in programming.
• Plans, develops and disseminates information designed to keep the public informed of the organization's programs, accomplishments, or point of view.
• Solves a range of straightforward problems, as work assignments are difficult and broad in nature.
• Continues to build higher level knowledge of the University, processes and customers.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications :

Education : Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience : Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Preferred Qualifications :

Education :

Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing or a related field.

Experience :

• Minimum of two years of experience working in a communications role.
• Background managing websites, email marketing and social media accounts in a professional capacity.
• Education and / or student life communications.
• Background in energy / environmental issues strongly desired.

Technical Skills or Knowledge :

• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and web-based communication methods and tools such as MailChimp, Hubspot, WordPress, and Google Analytics.
• Knowledge of best practices in digital engagement and their applications to communication strategies.

Preferred Competencies :

• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Manage and prioritize diverse job tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational skills, flexibility, and attention to detail.

Working Conditions :

• Office environment; writing and typing, work at a computer for multiple hours.
• Some evening and weekend work.
• Fast-paced environment.
• Periodic meetings at other campus locations.
• Lift up to 25-30 lbs.

Application Documents :

• Resume / CV (required)
• Cover Letter to include interest in position (required)
• References Contact Information (3) (required)

When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family : Communications

Role Impact : Individual Contributor

FLSA Status : Exempt

Pay Frequency : Monthly

Scheduled Weekly Hours : 37.5

Benefits Eligible : Yes

Drug Test Required : No

Health Screen Required : No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required : No

Posting Statement :

The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity / Disabled / Veterans employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law.

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