Strategic Communicator

Uvmjobs; Burlington (VT); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union Position UVMSU

Job summary

The University of Vermont seeks a Strategic Communicator to coordinate college communications, working with Strategic Communications to elevate priorities and support student recruitment and fundraising. You will craft timely content for digital and print media and manage a social media calendar for the college’s accounts.

As webmaster for PLHC and its sites, you’ll ensure accessibility, governance alignment, and high-quality online presence, participating in college and university committees as

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 1-5 years of experience in communications field.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate communication efforts for PLHC, in collaboration with University Strategic Communications.
• Develop and manage the PLHC annual communications plan and content for digital and print media.
• Maintain social media calendars and web presence, ensuring accessibility and governance alignment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

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The Strategic Communicator will coordinate communication efforts in PLHC . Collaborate with University Strategic Communications. Develop and manage the PLHC annual communications plan. Work closely with college leadership to elevate and advance the college’s strategic priorities and its needs for ongoing student recruitment as well as fundraising development. Create or oversee the creation of compelling, timely content that can be used in all forms of digital and print media. As part of the overall communications plan for the college, maintain a social media calendar for the college’s main accounts and coordinate posting as necessary with Strategic Communications’ enterprise-level channels. Serve as the College’s webmaster to maintain and optimize the PLHC and FOUR websites in compliance and alignment with university-wide governance standards and policies, accessibility requirements, and Strategic Communications’ best practices. Participate in PLHC and UVM committees and groups, as appropriate for role.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Bachelor’s Degree and 1-5 years of experience in communications field. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with different populations. Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment. Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail. Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and needs.

Desirable Qualifications

Experience in higher education.

Anticipated Pay Range

Anticipated Pay Range $60,000-$70,000

Other Information

Special Conditions

Special Conditions A probationary period may be required, Background Check required for this position

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Union Position

Union Position Yes, UVMSU

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 09/21/2026

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

Open Until Filled Yes

The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title CommuncationsGeneralist PC2 X

Posting Number

Posting Number S6311PO

Department

Department Honors College/58100

Position Number

Position Number 00027980

Percent of Full-Time

Percent of Full-Time 1.00

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5

Term (months per year)

Term (months per year) 12

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