Responsibilities

• Triage email, inquiries, and correspondence
• Coordinate and track incoming requests from local and national media
• Produce monthly reports for office leadership
• Conduct research and write briefing documents for Board of Regents meetings, journalist interviews, and other priorities
• Lead the compilation and distribution of daily news clips
• Help monitor social media and other sources for issues, trends, and information relevant to the university
• Support University Record staff with background research and story development
• Assist with the maintenance, updating, and posting of content on the University Record and Public Affairs Key Issues websites
• Provide general operational support for Public Affairs and University Record activities, including scheduling and meeting coordination
• Collaborate across departments within a large, decentralized organization, fostering positive working relationships with various groups

Requirements

• A minimum of two years of communications experience or an interest in communications
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple, simultaneous projects and activities
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrated ability to work appropriately with confidential information
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong oral communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good judgment

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, or a related field
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Suite
• Understanding of news media and current affairs
• Demonstrated understanding of social media platforms
• Experience working in a fast-paced and confidential work environment

Benefits

• Generous time off
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses