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Communication Specialist
| Job Number | Full/Part Time | Schedule | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27528778 | Full Time | 8AM - 5PM | $71,100 - $99,900 |
Position Information
The Communications Specialist, under the general supervision of the Manager for Communication and Training and in consultation with the Information Technology Solution (ITS) Leadership team, will assist in administering the strategic communication plan for ITS. Primarily, this position will plan, create, and implement communication deliverables in support of the deployment of a new campus-wide financial system, known as the Impact 23 program. Other responsibilities include the successful promotion of ITS and its services to campus through creation of effective communication materials, including marketing and informational campaigns. This position will ensure communication is effective by producing content of the highest standard, and tailoring the message and channel to meet the needs and interests of each intended audience (i.e., ITS staff, key campus stakeholders, the campus community, and external audiences). The position will contribute to activities that include change management communication planning and implementation, content and content calendar development, website maintenance, and other tasks that help ITS and its campus partners achieve the strategic communication objectives.
This position is classified as primarily remote with occasional visits to campus as necessary. Working hours will be based on Pacific Standard Time (PST).
This is a TWO-YEAR CONTRACT position. Should additional funding become available in the future, the contract could be extended or converted to a career permanent position. The maximum budgeted annual salary is $82,350/yr.
As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is ten weeks after their first date of employment.
This position is classified as primarily remote with occasional visits to campus as necessary. Working hours will be based on Pacific Standard Time (PST).
This is a TWO-YEAR CONTRACT position. Should additional funding become available in the future, the contract could be extended or converted to a career permanent position. The maximum budgeted annual salary is $82,350/yr.
As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is ten weeks after their first date of employment.
Education
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
Experience
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| 4 - 7 years of related experience. | Required |
| Proven track-record of creating effective communication deliverables in support of a change management campaign | Preferred |
| Minimum of 2 years of experience communicating complex, technical services to a user community | Required |
Special Conditions
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Background check required | Required |
| Occasional travel for university related business meetings, conferences and/or professional development. | Required |
| Travel Outside of Normal Business Hours | Required |
Minimum Requirements
Knowledge and understanding of technical applications to effectively direct technical staff, or personally perform technical work, including design concepts, various media, and applications.
Knowledge and skills to advise and consult with management to ensure delivery of the desired message to the target and/or broad general audiences.
Solid skills to create, develop, and implement comprehensive long and short term strategic communications plans.
Solid written, verbal, interpersonal communications, active listening and political acumen skills.
Knowledge of all aspects of communications, including strategic planning for various media venues, technical aspects and requirements of various venues, and most appropriate and effective applications.
Knowledge of location protocols and channels for communication internally and externally.
Advanced writing and editing skills
Basic knowledge of Information Technology functions/services and willingness to learn
Knowledge and skills to advise and consult with management to ensure delivery of the desired message to the target and/or broad general audiences.
Solid skills to create, develop, and implement comprehensive long and short term strategic communications plans.
Solid written, verbal, interpersonal communications, active listening and political acumen skills.
Knowledge of all aspects of communications, including strategic planning for various media venues, technical aspects and requirements of various venues, and most appropriate and effective applications.
Knowledge of location protocols and channels for communication internally and externally.
Advanced writing and editing skills
Basic knowledge of Information Technology functions/services and willingness to learn
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of the organization, its achievements, mission, vision, goals, policies, practices, infrastructure, and a strong knowledge of current affairs, and issues in higher education and/or health sciences.
Proficient website design skills
Basic visual design skills using content creation platforms such as Canva
Ability to research and create audience profiles
Proficient website design skills
Basic visual design skills using content creation platforms such as Canva
Ability to research and create audience profiles
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
- UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
- UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
- Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
- Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
- UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview