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The University of Nebraska seeks a skilled storyteller and communicator to lead, plan, and execute communication activities for the Clayton Yeutter Institute of International Trade and Finance and play a critical role in the larger mission and outreach of the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR).
 

As a Communications Specialist II, you will:

  • Independently develop and execute a communications strategy to raise the profile and highlight the impact of the Clayton Yeutter Institute of International Trade and Finance, working in collaboration with supervisor and IANR Communications.
  • Conceive, produce, and promote content highlighting impactful programs and projects related to Clayton Yeutter Institute of International Trade and Finance; content may include written stories, web content, social media posts, brochures, fliers, videos, etc.
  • Develop a communications strategy to ensure the most important stories are being told and use analytics to measure the reach.
  • Work with supervisor and IANR communications team to determine key messages and audiences.
  • Grow and manage social media accounts; develop web content and make updates; promote events; and perform other duties as assigned.

At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we are committed to advancing knowledge, enriching lives, and contributing to the global community.

We invest in our employees through comprehensive benefits including:

  • Tuition remission for full-time employees and dependents
  • Retirement plans with university match
  • Vacation, sick, and holiday pay
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • A diverse and inclusive workplace

We are looking for talented individuals like you to join our team and make a difference!
 

Minimum Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field plus three years of public information, public relations, or journalism experience required. Additional years of relevant education or experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
  • Excellent writing skills.
  • Experience writing for the web and social media.
  • Ability to independently plan, develop, manage, and implement communication initiatives and activities.
  • Ability to prioritize to meet deadlines.
  • Experience must demonstrate excellent content creation skills.
  • Experience must demonstrate excellent interpersonal, collaborative, and time-management skills.
     

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.

Posted Salary  $58,000/yr minimum