COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST SENIOR

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Birmingham (AL)

Hybrid

USD 53,000 - 85,000

Full time

9 hours ago

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Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking a Senior Communications Specialist who will develop and execute communication projects with minimal supervision. With strong writing and digital expertise, you will advance the unit’s reputation through storytelling and multi-channel touchpoints, owning projects and delivering high-impact communications with limited guidance.

As growth occurs (e.g., Live HealthSmart Alabama), you will bring advanced skills and autonomy to maintain quality and

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in communications, English, journalism, marketing, public relations or related field.
Two years of related experience preferred; work experience may not substitute education.
Experience in marketing/communications, including social media, video, web, writing and editing.

Responsibilities

Writing spotlights, articles, blogs, letters and reports.
Social media content creation, tracking and reporting.
Graphic design and basic video production.
Editing websites and creating content with Joomla/WordPress.
Project management: emails, administrative tasks, meetings.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

5+ years exp

Project management

Editing & proofreading

Independent work

Brand voice

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications/English/journalism/marketing/PR or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

CMS (Joomla/WordPress)

Job description

General Responsibilities:

The Senior Communications Specialist develops and executes communication projects with minimal supervision. Building on strong writing and digital expertise, this role proactively identifies opportunities to advance the unit’s reputation through storytelling and multi-channel touchpoints. The Senior Communications Specialist manages complex assignments and ensures content strategies align with both unit and institutional priorities. This position has increased responsibilities in terms of independence and quality of output. This role will require a higher level of expertise so that work is produced with minimal revisions and in greater alignment with strategic objectives. This position requires someone who can take full ownership of projects and deliver polished, high-impact communications with limited guidance. Also, due to the creation of a new Center and the rapid growth of our programs (such as Live HealthSmart Alabama), the expectations and needs of the communications team have grown, requiring more advanced skills and autonomy to maintain quality and timeliness.

The University of Alabama at Birmingham

General Responsibilities:

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

Writing (spotlights, articles, blogs, letters, reports, etc.)
Social media (content creation, tracking, reporting)
Graphic Design and basic video production
Websites (editing, creating using Joomla/WordPress, etc.)
Project Management (emails, administrative, meetings)
Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary Pay Range:

$52,555 – $85,400

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Communications, English, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field, and two (2) years of related experience required. Demonstrated experience in marketing and/or communications, including, but not limited to, social media, video, web, writing, editing, and content creation, is preferred. Work experience may NOT substitute for the education requirement.

Preferences:

Strategic communications planning
Analytics and reporting
Event planning
Multimedia skills (video)
Working knowledge of SEO and digital content optimization
Experience in a large organization
Advanced degree

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail
Proven experience (5+ years) in a related field
Project management skills
Digital communication tools (email platforms, Microsoft Office, social media, etc.)
Strong editing and proofreading abilities
Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects
Graphic design (Adobe Creative Suite)
Understanding of brand voice

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

Job Category:

Media and Communication

Organization:

311401800 General Internal Med & Population Science

Employee Status:

Regular

Shift:

Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager):

Hybrid Eligible

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