Johns Hopkins, founded in 1876, is America's first research university and home to nine world-class academic divisions working together as one university.
We are seeking a Communications Specialist who will contribute to the integrated and comprehensive approach to brand building and provides communications support for a department, center, or program. Will write and produce printed and digital communications material. The Communications Specialist is responsible for the communication and marketing of events and partners with internal and/or external stakeholders to ensure engagement with the appropriate audience while maximizing visibility and recognition.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary writer and editor for printed materials related to the area, events, and activities.
- Perform a variety of research, writing, and digital production for communications vehicles.
- Write new material or contribute to a variety of communication media, e.g., website, proposals, summary reports, fact sheets, newsletters, marketing materials, correspondence, brochures.
- Conduct interviews and/or collect information to develop content for communication materials.
- Select visual assets to accompany written work.
- Coordinate, oversee, schedule, and make appropriate arrangements for production and distribution of communications materials.
- Serve as primary contact with vendors.
- Participate and contribute to planning and identifying content, theme, message, and tone.
- Implement project strategies and work plans developed by project leadership and support team in communicating, coordinating, completing, and disseminating project deliverables and tracking metrics.
- May manage and maintain social media accounts, newsletters, and/or website content.
- Support the planning and execution of webinars and other internal or external events.
- Develop internal and external communication materials for project promotion.
- Participate in high-level project team meetings and conference calls.
- Support the development of proposals or other documentation for new or continued funding as needed.
- Communicate challenges, requirements, and deadlines to team and ensure project timelines and deliverables are met.
- Other duties as assigned.
In Addition to the Duties Listed Above
- The Communications Specialist will provide photography and videography support for departmental events, stories, websites, social media, and other communications needs.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
- Two years of related experience.
- Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/ graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Preferred Qualifications
- Two years of professional writing and editing experience, preferably in higher education, science communications, journalism, or a related field
- Two years of experience managing social media channels for an organization, including developing content, maintaining an editorial calendar, and monitoring performance.
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex or technical information into clear, engaging content for varied audiences.
- Experience interviewing faculty, researchers, students, alumni, or other subject-matter experts.
- Familiarity with content management systems, email marketing platforms, and social media analytics tools.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.
- Experience collaborating with designers, photographers, videographers, or other creative partners.
- Familiarity with AP style and best practices for accessible and inclusive communications.
Technical Qualifications or Specialized Certifications
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency
- Copywriting - Developing
- Digital Communications - Developing
- Project Coordination - Intermediate
- Writing - Intermediate
The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.
Classified Title: Communications Specialist
Role/Level/Range: ATP/03/PB
Starting Salary Range: $47,355 - $82,820 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday to Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Hybrid/School of Public Health
Department name: Environmental Health and Engineering
Personnel area: School of Public Health
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.
If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the HR Business Services Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711.
The following additional provisions may apply depending on which campus you will work. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
During the Influenza ("the flu") season, as a condition of employment, The Johns Hopkins Institutions require all employees who provide ongoing services to patients or work in patient care or clinical care areas to have an annual influenza vaccination or possess an approved medical or religious exception. Failure to meet this requirement may result in termination of employment.
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