Communications Coordinator

University of Vermont; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont Libraries seeks a Communications Coordinator to lead strategic communications and marketing efforts, aligning messaging with library values, priorities, and initiatives. This role collaborates with the Director of Outreach and Policy to serve as the primary communications liaison for the Libraries.

Responsibilities include developing high-impact content, coordinating internal and external communications, supporting the Dean, and managing calendars and meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications or related field required.
• Strong written, oral and visual communication skills.
• Proficiency with digital media environments and up to 3 years of related experience.
• Experience in strategic and tactical communications (print and digital).
• Proven ability to prioritize equity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Represent the libraries to other campus communicators.
• Develop new and smart ways to represent the libraries’ resources and services to audiences.
• Manage the development of all communications assets and use campus-wide channels for distribution.
• Coordinate off-campus publications as needed.
• Support the dean with special communications and office travel/events.
• Oversee meetings and agendas for the dean and related staff.

Skills

Strong communication

Social media strategy

Collaboration

Digital media

Equity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications

Tools

Digital platforms

Job description

Communications Coordinator

The communications coordinator plays a pivotal role in advancing the Libraries’ strategic communications and marketing efforts, serving both internal, on campus and off campus constituents. Operating within the Libraries’ communications framework, this position leads the development and execution of high-impact messaging that reflects the Libraries’ values, priorities, and initiatives.

In close collaboration with the Director of Outreach and Policy, the Communications Coordinator serves as the principal communications liaison for the Libraries. This role demands a proactive and strategic mindset, ensuring that all communications are timely, consistent, and creatively conceived to engage diverse audiences, along with doing a great deal of internal consensus building.

As a trusted advisor to the Dean, the communications coordinator provides administrative support to the Dean, as well as strategic counsel on communications to employees and key stakeholder groups across and beyond campus. The role requires sound judgment and the ability to navigate complex, sensitive, and often unique challenges, drawing on a deep understanding of university policies and external regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent the libraries to other campus communicators


• Develop new and smart ways to represent the libraries’ resources and services to audiences across campus (and sometimes beyond)


• Manage the development of all communications assets and employ campus-wide marketing channels for distribution of messaging


• Consider off-campus publications as needed


• Special communications for the dean, with an eye on its role in the larger libraries’ information landscape


• Meetings and calendar management for the dean


• Meeting agendas and minutes for several meetings involving the dean


• Ad hoc dean’s office support (travel for candidates, dean-related events)

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications or related field, proficiency in digital media environments and up to one to three years’ related experience required.


• Strong written, oral and visual communication skills.


• Strong knowledge of technology.


• Experience in strategic and tactical communications (print and digital).


• Proven track record in prioritizing equity and inclusion practices across an organization.


• Deep familiarity with social media practices and strategy (experience managing multiple channels on behalf of a brand).


• Proven track record of collaboration and partnership to deliver a creative product with consistent results. Ability to measure and build upon results a must.

Desirable Qualifications

Experience using social media platforms and learning new technologies to share libraries communications.

Other Information

Special Conditions: A probationary period may be required, Background Check required for this position, FLSA Exempt, Union Position No.

Anticipated Pay Range

$58,000-$70,000

Posting Details

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Our Common Ground Statement

The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

Position Information

Position Title Communcations Generalist PC2 X Posting Number S6279PO Department Libraries - Deans Ofc/58300 Position Number 00027011 Percent of Full-Time 1.0 Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5 Term (months per year) 12

Job Location

Burlington, Vermont, United States

Job Dates

Job Open Date 08/28/2026 Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) Open Until Filled No

Documents Needed to Apply

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application


• Resume