Communication Specialist - Development and Marketing

University of Mississippi Medical Center • Jackson, MS

14h • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for research and communication strategies in providing information to the media, the public and internal audiences. Determines content topics, coordinates with others to obtain information, writes, edits and sends to internal and external audiences. Prepares the production of press releases, announcements, and internal communication as needed. This position will report to the Director of Communications.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree and one (1) year of work experience in marketing, communications, or public relations.
• Good knowledge of effective communication both verbally and written and social media, and experience in thinking critically and using creative ways to solve problems.
• Project management and time management.
• Excellent writing skills, grammar and proofreading skills and excellent organizational skills and superior attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Determine news-worthy stories and writes them for internal and external purposes.
• Develop website content and general maintenance/updates for webpages.
• Leverage analytics and reports to determine effectiveness and seek continual improvements of communication initiatives.
• Write, edit and coordinate distribution of information to market, promote and increase the visibility of initiatives and accomplishments.
• The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees