Marketing Communications Coordinator

University of Maryland; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland, College Park, seeks a communications/marketing professional to support outreach and content efforts across channels. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least one year of professional communications or marketing experience.

Candidates should demonstrate strong written and oral communication, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and the ability to multitask while delivering excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; accredited program.
• At least 1 year in professional communications or marketing.
• Knowledge of communications and marketing.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; ability to multitask.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Microsoft Office

Multitasking

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Asana

Podio

Slate

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

HTML email building

Job description

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: One (1) year of professional communications or marketing experience.
Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.
Knowledge of communications and marketing.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products.
Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments.
Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service.

Additional Job Details

Preferences

• Demonstrated commitment to/interest in the performing arts. Background in music or the performing arts, and/or experience working for a performing arts institution.
• Experience in a public higher education institution.
• Knowledge of Asana, Podio, Slate, or other project and client management software.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or other photo and video editing software.
• Experience with HTML email building.
• Superb writing and copy editing skills for web and print communication, as well as superior organization and attention to detail; demonstrated knowledge of AP style preferred.
• Experience managing complex creative projects as well as meeting and coordinating deadlines and deliverables.
• Experience with web content management and email marketing systems and various social media platforms.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative creative, marketing, digital, and communications team.
• Superb interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated initiative and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Physical Demands

Typical office environment

Required Application Materials

Cover Letter, Resume, and List of Three Professional References

Best Consideration Date

November 13, 2026

Posting Close Date

December 11, 2026

Financial Disclosure Required

For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.

Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regardingdisclosablebackground checkinformation. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

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