Communications Coordinator at UC Office of the President ...

Communications Coordinator
University of California, Office of the President

Salary: $66,900 - $93,600 (Minimum-Maximum of Range)
Location: Oakland, CA
Requisition #: 20110250
Closing Date: 06/17/2011

Summary:
The Communications Coordinator serves as the principal communications resource from the Marketing and Communication Services team to the Division of Academic Affairs, providing communications counsel and assistance while also identifying compelling stories from its subject areas to incorporate into the University's broader strategic messaging and storytelling about its public contributions. This position develops subject-matter expertise and works with Communications colleagues to tell the stories of the University's work in the division's areas through a variety of internal and external communications vehicles.

Requirements:
? Bachelor's degree with a major in journalism, communications, or allied field, and professional writing ability demonstrated by at least five years of professional writing experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
? Specific knowledge of and experience in subject-matter area supported (e.g., academic programs/planning, research, student affairs, academic preparation or academic personnel).
? Demonstrated verbal, writing, and editorial skills to communicate effectively with a variety of constituencies: skills include active listening to capture pertinent information; thorough skills to write clear, lively, engaging, and compelling copy in a variety of styles appropriate to target audiences, while ensuring adherence to the University messages; careful and thoughtful editorial skills.
? Thorough knowledge of the fundamentals of writing, grammar, syntax, style, and punctuation; thorough knowledge of appropriate editorial style (namely Associated Press) and publication guidelines.
? Ability to write for a web audience and knowledge of web navigation, internet prose standards, and web content placement.
? Knowledge of industry editorial standards for print and web publications.
? Extensive research and analytical skills, including ability to develop, assess and synthesize information and recommendations from a variety of sources in order to develop strategically appropriate communications.
? Excellent interpersonal and vendor relationship skills to develop collaborative, productive, and cost-efficient partnerships.
? Strong collaborative approach to working in partnership with design and multimedia professionals as well as other Communications colleagues.
? Strong organizational skills, including the ability to develop realistic writing timelines and to ensure completion of projects by established deadlines.
? Proven initiative to follow through and complete assignments independently, and work cooperatively and productively within a team environment.
? Computer literacy and demonstrated proficiency with MS Office, web-based applications, and in-house publishing systems.

HOW TO APPLY: For a complete job description or to apply for this position, please visit: http://apptrkr.com/192114

To review a complete list of UCOP's open positions, please visit the University of California Office of the President?s Employment Website: http://jobs.ucop.edu

University of California is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action employer.

jeid-2d746acb01c8d143bf3f70509e8bc896

Source: http://www.higheredexperts.com/work/job/1147/communications-coordinator-at-uc-office-of-the-president/

news channel 9 delicious intervention prince william wedding royal wedding order of operations marrakech