Responsibilities

• The Communications Coordinator’s major responsibilities will include oversight, development, and management of the structure and content of the Department’s outward-facing communications, across all media platforms, to enhance and elevate the Department’s profile among key audiences.
• This position is responsible for maintaining and updating the department website, internal television monitors in Seitz Hall and HABB1 buildings, and social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, others as agreed).
• The Communications Coordinator independently produces and edits written and visual media (e.g., photos, videos, posters, etc.) to highlight departmental initiatives and developments, student activities and accomplishments, and other items of current interest.
• Leads the development of the semiannual department newsletter.
• Ensures compliance with university brand standards in all activities involving communications, marketing, and public activities.
• Works closely with the department's faculty and student groups to collect and create content for electronic and print materials.
• Works collaboratively with communications colleagues in CALS, COE, VT News and University Relations to feature the accomplishments of the Department’s students, staff and faculty.

Requirements

• Experience in developing, coordinating, and implementing social media campaigns; writing professionally; photography; and editing/revising web pages.
• The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

Preferred

• BS degree in communications, marketing or a related field.
• Experience with scientific and/or technical writing.
• Experience with marketing approaches using digital and print media, experience in higher education setting.