Digital Communications & Project Support Specialist

Bowie State University; Maryland; On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Prescription medicines

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Tuition remission

Retirement plan

Job summary

Bowie State University in Maryland seeks a Digital Communications Specialist to support IT Business Operations. The role focuses on creating accessible communications, content development, and project documentation for Title III digital transformation initiatives.

The incumbent prepares materials, maintains trackers, and coordinates communications across university channels, collaborating with the Director and Project Coordinator to ensure timely, accurate deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field.
• 2–4 years’ experience in communications or related areas.
• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or MS Publisher.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Higher education or public sector experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft and update technology announcements, newsletters, and website content.
• Translate technical information into clear language for diverse audiences.
• Maintain communications calendar for projects and initiatives.
• Prepare meeting materials and document decisions and actions.
• Organize project trackers and documentation checklists.
• Format summaries, reports, and presentations using approved content.
• Collect evidence for Title III activities and progress reporting.
• Coordinate publication of approved messages through university channels.
• Support event logistics and stakeholder communications.

Skills

Digital communications

Content development

Technical writing

Clear language translation

Organization and task management

Attention to detail

Discretion with sensitive information

Collaboration with stakeholders

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field

Tools

Microsoft 365

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Teams

SharePoint

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Bowie State University in Maryland seeks a Digital Communications Specialist to support IT Business Operations. The role focuses on creating accessible communications, content development, and project documentation for Title III digital transformation initiatives.

The incumbent prepares materials, maintains trackers, and coordinates communications across university channels, collaborating with the Director and Project Coordinator to ensure timely, accurate deliverables.