Strategic Communications Specialist – Higher Ed Consortium

Nashville Public Radio; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

Retirement plan 401(k)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

California State University, Fresno Foundation seeks a Communications Specialist to plan, develop, and implement communications and marketing efforts for CVHEC. The role involves creating print and digital content, managing media engagement, and collaborating with member institutions.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and at least two years in communications or public relations, with strong writing, editing, and web content skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field.
• Minimum of two years in communications, marketing, journalism, or public relations.
• Experience in higher education or nonprofit environment preferred.
• Experience supporting events or project coordination desirable.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, write, edit, and distribute print, digital, and multimedia communications (newsletters, emails, website content, social media).
• Manage distribution lists and communications platforms; draft press materials and advisories.
• Design marketing graphics and promotional materials highlighting programs and outcomes.
• Track communication metrics (email, social, website) to inform strategy and decisions.
• Coordinate communications for meetings, events, and regional gatherings.
• Support with speaker materials, agendas, and on-site event communications.
• Collaborate with staff to support grant materials and reports.

Skills

Writing ability

Editing

Public relations

Media relations

Social media

Web content

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Mailchimp

WordPress

Microsoft Office

Google Drive

Job description

California State University, Fresno Foundation seeks a Communications Specialist to plan, develop, and implement communications and marketing efforts for CVHEC. The role involves creating print and digital content, managing media engagement, and collaborating with member institutions.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and at least two years in communications or public relations, with strong writing, editing, and web content skills.