Public Relations and Communications Specialist
About The Position
The Public Relations and Communications Specialist reports to the Marketing and Communications Coordinator and is responsible for promoting the mission, values, and programs of Mat-Su College through clear, engaging, and strategic communication. This position manages public relations efforts, media outreach, and internal messaging to ensure consistent branding and effective information sharing. The specialist collaborates across departments to support events, announcements, and initiatives, helping strengthen the college's presence in the community and beyond. A vital part of this role involves supporting faculty, departments, and student clubs by developing a wide range of marketing materials. Whether creating flyers, digital ads, or promotional content, the specialist helps bring projects to life through creative messaging and design that reflect the college's identity and goals. The PR and Communications Specialist is also responsible for writing content for college newsletters, press releases, newspapers, and official communications from the college director. This position requires strong writing and editing skills, as it serves as the voice behind many of the college's key messages and public outreach. Additionally, this role includes representing the college at off-campus events and speaking engagements. The specialist acts as a college ambassador, helping to build relationships, engage community members, and promote the opportunities available through Mat-Su College. To thrive in this role, a successful Public Relations and Communications Specialist will be a strong communicator, organized, and proactive in managing multiple projects and deadlines. The ideal candidate will have an eye for detail, a collaborative spirit, and the ability to adapt messaging for diverse audiences. Creativity, professionalism, and a commitment to amplify the college's mission are all essential to making a meaningful impact in this role.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Journalism, Communications or related field and two years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
- An unrestricted Alaska driver's license and clean driving record in compliance with UA Safe Driving criteria is required.
- Strong communicator
- Organized
- Proactive in managing multiple projects and deadlines
- Eye for detail
- Collaborative spirit
- Ability to adapt messaging for diverse audiences
- Creativity
- Professionalism
- Commitment to amplify the college's mission
Responsibilities
- Promoting the mission, values, and programs of Mat-Su College through clear, engaging, and strategic communication
- Managing public relations efforts, media outreach, and internal messaging to ensure consistent branding and effective information sharing
- Collaborating across departments to support events, announcements, and initiatives
- Developing a wide range of marketing materials, including flyers, digital ads, and promotional content
- Writing content for college newsletters, press releases, newspapers, and official communications from the college director
- Representing the college at off-campus events and speaking engagements
- Acting as a college ambassador, helping to build relationships, engage community members, and promote the opportunities available through Mat-Su College
Benefits
- competitive salary
- full employee benefits package
- retirement options
- annual leave
- 12 paid holidays per year
- tuition waivers for employees and family members
- affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Educational Services
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
