Communication Specialist II

Position Information:

Position Title:
Communication Specialist II

Job Group:
Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing or related field.
Experience creating a variety of content for multiple platforms including printed publications, electronic newsletters, social media, websites, photos and videos.
Experience working with multiple clients in a corporate, higher education or other large organization.
Experience managing multiple communication and marketing projects from concept to completion including ability to identify project audiences, make recommendations for best practice solutions and meeting multiple deadlines and priorities.

Job Description:

Iowa State University’s Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT) is accepting applicants for Communications Specialist II’s to collaborate closely with the Director of Iowa State Online and the Manager of Communications to effectively promote and market Iowa State Online. This position will collaborate with a team to effectively implement and communicate the brand of Iowa State Online.

The Communications Specialists will be responsible for assisting with communication, marketing, social media and websites for online education at Iowa State University. This position will be creating content about students, faculty, events and news on social media, websites and printed materials to promote and support online programs and courses. Additionally, this position will be working in collaboration with academic units across campus.

The successful candidate will have effective time management and organizational skills, the ability to work well with a diverse population, and the ability to communicate effectively. All staff members are expected to interact collegially and maintain the highest standards of integrity and ethical behavior.

Level Guidelines
• Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals
• Applies broad, working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex, difficult, and varied problems and issues
• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems
• Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests
• May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff
• May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity
• Provides guidance to students

Appointment Type:
Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period

Time Type:
Full time

Pay Grade:
PS807

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State University is committed to fostering a workplace of belonging, where diversity is celebrated and equity is a core value. Our Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program
• This job may also be eligible for flexible work schedules and flexible workplace options that may include flexible working hours and a hybrid working environment.

Original Posting Date:
September 2, 2022

Posting Close Date:
October 7, 2022

Job Requisition Number:
R9555