Communications Specialist II

University of Central Florida•Orlando, FL

2d•$48,722 - $65,145•Onsite

About The Position

University Operations at UCF is seeking a Communications Specialist II to serve as a communications resource for teams across UCF IT and provide additional communications support to the University Operations division. The role works with technical staff, departments, and leadership to ensure messaging is accurate, consistent, accessible, and suited to a range of audiences. The position is based on-site at UCF, and may involve driving to locations on and off campus for University business. A valid Class E driver’s license is required. The anticipated salary range is $48,722–$65,145; the final salary will depend on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. The position is regular, with a Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. schedule. Applicants must submit a resume, cover letter, and portfolio of relevant work; the cover letter and portfolio are required for consideration. Applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer. Visa sponsorship and H-1B transfers are not available. UCF expects employees to reside in Florida when employment begins unless the posting explicitly states otherwise.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree and at least 2 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).
Valid Class E driver’s license.
Must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer; visa sponsorship and H-1B transfers are unavailable.
Must work on-site at UCF as the primary work location.
Resume, cover letter, and portfolio are required for consideration.

Nice To Haves

Experience communicating on behalf of technical teams or translating complex subject matter for non-technical audiences.
Experience developing executive-level communications, such as presentations, briefing documents, or leadership talking points.
Experience supporting internal communications in a large or complex organization.
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools, such as Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, and Word.
Experience with digital content management systems, such as WordPress.
Proficiency with Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud, or similar design platforms.
Experience with social media management, including content scheduling and engagement.
Basic photography and videography experience.
Working knowledge of AP style or comparable editorial style standards.
Familiarity with communications analytics, such as open rates, clicks, and engagement tracking and reporting.
Spanish fluency.

Responsibilities

Develop and deliver clear, engaging communications for technology projects, service updates, and organizational initiatives.
Create presentations, executive summaries, leadership talking points, and strategic communication materials.
Write, edit, and manage content for websites, newsletters, email campaigns, and digital communication channels.
Produce internal communications, including announcements, project updates, articles, and leadership messages.
Coordinate communication projects by managing timelines, deliverables, stakeholder feedback, and approval processes.
Design and develop branded communication materials, graphics, templates, and messaging resources.
Collaborate with technical teams, business units, and leadership to translate complex information into audience-friendly content.
Ensure communications are accurate, consistent, accessible, and aligned with organizational standards.
Support content planning, copywriting, graphic design, photography, and editorial review activities.
Maintain communication standards, style guides, content libraries, and reusable communication assets.
Monitor and improve communication processes, tools, and workflows to increase effectiveness and efficiency.
Leverage emerging technologies and AI-enabled tools to enhance communication strategies and productivity.
Submit a resume, cover letter, and portfolio showcasing relevant work as part of the application.