Marketing Communications Specialist I

Unleash YOUR Potential with Us

As a next-generation public research institute and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are an inclusive community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to shape the future and solve the world’s most challenging problems. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role in pushing us forward to become among the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with uniquely talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses and regional locations. That means greater challenges to tackle, more meaningful opportunities to grow, and rewarding experiences that go beyond a paycheck. We’re seeking qualified, motivated individuals who will help UCF fulfill its mission in unleashing the potential of every individual, enriching the human experience through inclusion, discovery, and innovation; and propelling broad-based prosperity for the many communities we serve. 

College of Community Innovation and Education – Communications: 

The University of Central Florida (UCF) College of Community Innovation and Education (CCIE) is a one-of-a-kind academic unit with distinct, interdisciplinary expertise and potential for partnership with community stakeholders, conceived to address societal challenges and work alongside the community. Established in 2018, the college offers undergraduate and graduate programs on the main campus and UCF Downtown. At the heart of the college’s mission is the institutional commitment to transform lives and strengthen society by developing a unified vision and innovative solutions to complex social issues. CCIE promotes innovation through state-of-the-art interdisciplinary research with social impact, contemporary inclusive teaching and learning practices, and preeminent services for the disciplines, the institution, and the community.

The Opportunity:

The Marketing and Communications Specialist I will create compelling content that showcases the college’s high-impact research, innovative instructional experiences, community and partnership impact, and student and alumni success. This position will report to the College’s communications direct and work closely with the College’s academic leaders, faculty, and staff housed on the main campus and UCF Downtown.

Responsibilities:

• Identify, research, and pitch potential stories; interview faculty, staff, students, alumni, and community partners/stakeholders; write copy for external and internal communication platforms.

• Assist in developing, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating marketing plans, copy and assets for academic units.

• Create compelling content for websites and digital/print assets. Ensure digital content is accessible, SEO optimized, and follows UCF brand and AP writing style.

• Coordinate social media accounts for assigned academic departments, including identifying goals and audiences for specific accounts; assisting with social media calendar; creating and scheduling posts; monitoring and responding to messages and comments; and analyzing efforts through analytics. Ensure digital content is accessible and follows the UCF brand and AP writing style.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree and 0+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6) . 

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year or more of related professional experience

• Strong writing skills, including experience with web copy.

• Knowledge of AP style.

• Experience with coordinating social media accounts for a large organization.

• Knowledge of email software, WordPress, and design and photo editing programs (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva or other programs)

• Some photography experience.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.

• Ability to work collaboratively with a team and multiple stakeholders.

Additional Application Materials Required:

The university requires that all applicants apply and submit all supporting documents through the UCF Online Recruitment System. No paper applications will be considered.

Applicants should complete the online application and submit the following: (1) a letter of interest indicating qualifications for the position; (2) a resume; and (3) a copy of transcripts. The selected candidate will be required to provide official transcripts within thirty days of the hire date. To be considered for this position, applicants should provide a link to portfolio and/or long and short-form writing samples.

NOTE: Please have all documents ready when applying so they can be attached at that time. Once the online submission process is finalized, the system does not allow applicants to submit additional documents at a later date. Applicants are responsible for ensuring all materials have been uploaded correctly.

Are Benefits Important to You?

Working at UCF has its perks!  In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, UCF offers:

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program

• Paid time off, including annual and sick leave and paid holidays

• Retirement savings options

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions

• Education assistance

• Flexible work environment

• And more…For more benefits information, go to the UCF Employee Benefits page click here .

Who Are We?

Founded in 1963 to fuel the region’s talent pipeline and support the growing U.S. space program, UCF is built to make a better future for our students and society. It’s one of the reasons U.S. News & World Report ranks UCF among the nation’s top 20 most innovative colleges, while Forbes, Kiplinger, and The Princeton Review rank us a best-value university. UCF is one of 14 universities nationwide designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and a Research 1 university. With 13 colleges, including a fully accredited College of Medicine, UCF offers more than 220-degree programs between its main campus, downtown campus, hospitality campus, academic health sciences campus, and 11 UCF Connect centers located throughout the region. In addition, UCF extends its reach to communities in and beyond Central Florida by offering complete, online programs leading to bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, Ph.D.’s., certificates, and more.

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

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Department

College of Community Innovation and Education (CCIE) Communications

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm with occasional evenings and weekends

Type of Appointment

Regular

Expected Salary

$48,722.00 to Negotiable

Job Posting End Date

02-20-2024-12-00-AM

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets.  Click on UCF’s Equal Opportunity Statement to view the President’s Statement.

The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.

As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request. 

The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.