Media Specialist
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Requisition Details
GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION
| Vaccination Requirement |
The University of Nebraska Medicine Center (UNMC) requires COVID-19 vaccinations for all students, staff, and faculty. All employees must be fully vaccinated unless they have requested and been approved for an exemption based on a recognized medical reason, a sincerely held religious belief, or a pre-approved, 100% remote work agreement. Fully vaccinated means having received one dose of a single dose COVID-19 vaccine (Johnson & Johnson) or both doses of a two-dose COVID-19 vaccination series (Moderna and Pfizer). As a prospective and/or a new employee at UNMC, you will be/are required to comply with the UNMC’s vaccination protocol. Non-faculty new hires, rehires and transfers will have five (5) days from the date of hire to provide proof of partial or full vaccination or to request a medical or religious exemption. Non-faculty new hires, rehires and transfers with proof of partial vaccination may have up to thirty-five (35) days from the hire date to be in full compliance with this policy. Non-faculty new hires, rehires and transfers who receive a denial of a request for medical or religious exemption will be given five (5) business days from exemption denial notification date to provide proof of compliance with this policy. Non-faculty new hires, rehires and transfers with no approved exemption who fail to comply with this policy will be separated. |
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| EEO Statement: |
UNMC is an Affirmative Action Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. |
| Location | Omaha, NE |
| Requisition Number: | Staff_11816 |
| Department | Strategic Communications 50001206 |
| Business Unit | Chancellor’s Office |
| Reg-Temp | Full-Time Regular |
| Work Schedule | Mon – Fri 8:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Remote/Telecommuting | Yes – partial remote/telecommute opportunity |
| Position Summary | Work with UNMC and department management to execute proactive, strategic media relations efforts that highlight UNMC’s mission, vision and strategic plan and speak to UNMC’s world-class achievements. Draft releases and other copy for media and various UNMC communication channels. |
| Position Details | Additional Information |
| Posting Category | Operations |
| Working Title | Media Specialist |
| Job Title | PR/Mktng/Developmt Specialist |
| Salary Grade | PR23S |
| Appointment Type | B1 – REG MGR PROF SALARY |
| Salary Range | $52,300 – $73,200/annual |
| Job Requisition Begin Date | 11/11/2022 |
| Application Review Date | 11/21/2022 |
| Review Date Information: | Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered. |
Required and Preferred Qualifications
| Required Education: | Bachelor’s degree |
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| If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (NOTE: Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major) | Journalism, Public Relations, Broadcasting, Marketing, Communications, Media Relations or related field. |
| Required Experience | 2 years |
| If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience: | Experience in journalism, media relations, marketing/communications or related. |
| Required License | No |
| If yes, what is the required licensure/certification? | |
| Required Computer Applications: | Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint |
| Required Other Computer Applications: | |
| Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: | Excellent interviewing skills. Ability to develop accurate, timely news releases. Strong writing and oral communication skills. Ability to use a digital camera and take well composed photos. Flexibility to handle changing priorities and ability to multi-task. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to meet deadlines. Good judgement and analytical skills. |
| Preferred Education: | Master’s degree |
| If any degree/training is preferred, please specify the type: | Journalism, Public Relations, Broadcasting, Marketing, Communications, or Media Relations. |
| Preferred Experience: | Experience in working with the media Online newsletter experience Experience pitching to national media outlets/contacts Experience with interviewing, researching, writing, editing and producing accurate, timely copy that follows the Associate Press style. |
| Preferred License: | No |
| If yes, what is the preferred licensure/certification?: | |
| Preferred Computer Applications: | Microsoft Outlook |
| Preferred Other Computer Applications: | SoundEdit Pro or equivalent software |
| Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: | Knowledge of the UNMC campus and faculty Knowledge of HIPAA and FERPA Good working knowledge and experience with news media and media production. Track record of media relations placements. Sound news judgment. Knowledge of health issues and medical technology. |
| Email to a Friend | https://unmc.peopleadmin.com/postings/75851 |
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