Communications Specialist II - 529145
About The Position
The Communications Specialist II writes and edits communications for a college, division, and/or the University. Develops and implements plans, activities, and tactics to support the goals of assigned areas. Coordinates the production of materials and resources through a variety of platforms, including digital and physical mediums. Works within the Division for Research to advance the Alabama Transportation Institute’s visibility, reputation, and stakeholder relationships through integrated communications, branding, digital strategy, and event coordination. Manages the institute’s web presence, content development, social media channels, conference organization, and strategic outreach across industry, government, and academic partners. Ensures consistent branding, messaging, and measurable transportation research outcomes aligned with the University and division’s mission.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of experience in journalism, public relations, marketing, and/or communications; OR master's degree and some experience in journalism, public relations, marketing, and/or communications
- Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills across multiple formats
- Ability to translate complex research information into clear, accessible communications
- Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Ability to work effectively on a team and collaborate across various stakeholders
Nice To Haves
- Experience with transportation research and policy, science writing or research communications
- Understanding of Adobe Creative Cloud, analytics tools, and content management systems such as WordPress
- Experience managing social media channels and knowledge of digital amplification techniques
- Experience planning events and working with vendors, conference organizers, and other external partners
- Experience developing and editing communications and marketing plans and advising stakeholders on communications approaches
Responsibilities
- Writes and edits communications for a college, division, and/or the University
- Develops and implements plans, activities, and tactics to support the goals of assigned areas
- Coordinates the production of materials and resources through a variety of platforms, including digital and physical mediums
- Advances the Alabama Transportation Institute’s visibility, reputation, and stakeholder relationships through integrated communications, branding, digital strategy, and event coordination
- Manages the institute’s web presence
- Manages content development
- Manages social media channels
- Manages conference organization
- Manages strategic outreach across industry, government, and academic partners
- Ensures consistent branding, messaging, and measurable transportation research outcomes aligned with the University and division’s mission
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
