Job No: 499034
Work Type: Staff Part-time, Temporary and/or Hourly
Department: Office of the President
Location: Wilf Campus, 500 West 185th Street, NY, NY
Categories: Communications/Marketing/Media
Position Summary:

• Project-based communications support
• Responsible for drafting materials, op-eds, articles, and speeches for the Office of the President

Reports to: Deputy Chief of Staff/Chief of Staff
Position Responsibilities:

• Draft speeches, op-eds, articles, scholarly Jewish articles, business communications, donor communications, and other written materials for the Office of the President
• Manage writing projects from start to finish, including establishing timelines, incorporating edits, proofreading final materials, and preparing them for submission
• Collaborate with stakeholders throughout the writing process, respond to feedback, and incorporate revisions in a timely manner.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and proactively communicating project status to ensure work remains on track
• Produce high-quality written materials tailored to a variety of audiences, including internal, external, academic, business, donor, and published communications

Experience & Education Background:

• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, or a related field
• 5 to 7 years of professional experience in writing, communications, or a related field
• Experience writing speeches, articles, business communications, donor communications, and other materials for a variety of audiences

Skills & Competencies:

• Superior writing, editing, and proofreading experience
• Experience working on tight deadlines and presenting quality drafts
• Experience writing for different audiences (internal, external, published articles)
• Demonstrated ability to assimilate complex information, understand multifaceted concepts, and translate these into compelling prose

Salary Range:
$35 - $85 per hour
About Us:
Yeshiva University is dedicated to academic excellence, intellectual exploration, and the advancement of timeless values that shape and impact lives. With a rich tradition rooted in Jewish thought and heritage, YU fosters a dynamic learning environment across its undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools. Our mission is to cultivate the next generation of leaders who will contribute meaningfully to society, guided by a commitment to ethics, innovation, and service. Our community extends far beyond the classroom, encompassing thousands of students, faculty, staff, and more than 70,000 alumni and supporters worldwide, all working together to build a brighter future.
As a Yeshiva University employee, you will be part of a welcoming, diverse, and intellectually engaging community that values collaboration, excellence, and professional growth. We offer a supportive and stimulating workplace with tangible employee benefits, opportunities for advancement, and a strong sense of purpose. Beyond professional development, YU is committed to ensuring a high quality of life for its employees, offering a work environment that prioritizes well-being, work-life balance, and a culture of mutual respect. Every role at YU contributes to our broader mission of education, research, and societal impact, ensuring that all members of our community-students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends-are inspired to make a difference. We invite you to bring your talent and passion to YU and join us in shaping the future.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to all employees and candidates without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Application Instructions:
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