Communications and Publications Manager

Alaska Sea Grant is a federal/university partnership between UAF and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. We serve Alaska by conducting research, education, and outreach in coastal communities. The Communications and Publications Manager is a member of our management team who oversees the Alaska Sea Grant publications center and leads communications projects working with colleagues across the state.

The ideal candidate for this position will have a strong background in graphic design, project management, and science communication. They will also thrive in a fast-paced environment and be able to balance multiple projects and priorities.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in communication, journalism, or a related field or equivalent training and experience.

Minimum 7 years of experience in publications center management.

Minimum 7 years of experience in web design/graphic design.

Position Details:

This position is located on the University of Alaska campus in Fairbanks. This is a full-time, exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package . UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA staff salary schedule , Grade 80, based on education and experience.

Applications will be accepted for review on January 22, 2024 to ensure consideration, please apply by 11:55 PM, Alaska Standard Time on January 21, 2024 .

This recruitment is open internally to current UA employees or those otherwise eligible to apply to internal postings.

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.  Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.

UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination .

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Ashley Lindsoe, Signers’ Business Office HR Manager, at [email protected] or 907-474-5664.

Advertised:18 Jan 2024 Alaskan Standard Time
Applications close:22 Jan 2024 Alaskan Standard Time