Public Communications Specialist

UNC-Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Public Communications Specialist at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill will manage content for the Training Department’s digital presences, ensuring updates align with governance rules and accessibility standards. The role involves creating visual assets and supporting podcast efforts.

You will work with the Senior Associate Director of Communications to coordinate campus-wide communications serving students, staff, and faculty across the university.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Experience in higher education communications/marketing is preferred.
• Familiarity with WordPress and Google Analytics is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Create, manage and maintain content for the Training Department’s digital presences, especially the main website and social platforms.
• Update department sites, adhere to brand guidelines, governance policies and accessibility standards.
• Support the department’s podcast channel and produce written/visual digital assets.

Skills

Adobe Creative Cloud

WordPress

Google Analytics

Higher ed comms

Social media

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

InDesign

Illustrator

Photoshop

Premiere

Job description

Career Area Public Relations/Communications/Marketing

Is this an internal only recruitment?

Is this an internal only recruitment? No

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 02/24/2026

Application Deadline

Application Deadline 03/03/2026

Position Type

Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA)

Position Title

Position Title Public Communications Specialist-Journey

Salary Grade Equivalent

Salary Grade Equivalent GN10

Working Title

Working Title Public Communications Specialist

Position Number

Position Number 00123456

Vacancy ID

Vacancy ID P020676

Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited

Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-Time Permanent

If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC -Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The Office of Communications and Marketing within the Department of Training is responsible for the strategic management of the department’s digital presence and public relations and reputation management activities. The department provides leadership, counsel and services to communicators across the Division.

Position Summary

The Public Communications Specialist is responsible for creating, managing, and maintaining content for the Training Department’s digital presences, particularly the primary website and social media platforms. This position will perform content updates for department sites and fulfill requests for additional website updates, adhering to university and web governance policies, brand and content guidelines, writing style guides, and the digital accessibility policy— including periodic reviews of content to ensure clarity and accuracy. This position may also provide support for the department’s podcast channel.

Additionally, duties include management of department’s Google Analytics account and social media accounts, and creating written and visual digital assets.

This position will work with the Senior Associate Director of Communications to oversee all communications issued by the Office that serves students (prospective, current, graduate/professional), staff, and colleagues across campus through collaborative projects as part of the Communications and Marketing Team.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions

Management Preferences

-Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud/Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere)

-Experience working in a higher education communications/marketing role

-Familiarity with WordPress

-Experience with Google Analytics

Required Licenses/Certifications

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Office of Human Resources Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at [phone] or send an email to [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Curriculum Vitae / Resume
• Cover Letter

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Please select the response below that best describes your experience/education for the Public Communications Specialist position.
  • Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in a related field
  • Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in an unrelated field and 4 years of related experience
  • Associate's in a related and 2 years of related experience
  • Combination of post-high school education and/or experience in a related field to equal at least 4 years (ex. 1 year towards a related degree and 3 years of related experience)
  • Did not complete high school but have a combination of high school education and related experience to equal 8 years (ex. 1 year of high school and 7 years of related experience)
  • None of the above