Public Relations Specialist II
At a glance
Mid-level Public Relations role at Fa Eygi Saasfaprod1. Cookeville.
Pay not stated Public Relations salary
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What you'll do
- Oversee Advancement messaging across print, digital, email, web, and social channels
- Build the communications calendar and write copy for engagement, fundraising, events, and stewardship
- Run donor recognition and acknowledgement efforts that maintain ongoing University relationships
- Create, schedule, and publish Crawford Alumni Center social content and Advancement emails
- Attend and help deliver Advancement events as needed
What you bring
- A bachelor’s degree in marketing, journalism, communications, or a related field from an accredited institution
- At least five years of related high-level communications work across varied audiences and media
- The ability to meet firm deadlines while working under pressure
- Strong organization and judgment when sorting urgent and competing assignments
- A master’s degree or higher education or nonprofit communications experience is preferred
Who this fits
You’ll work under the Crawford Alumni Center’s executive director in a communications role focused on alumni, donors, and University Advancement. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with extra hours when needed. Applicants must provide a cover letter, resume, transcripts, and contact details for three references.
From the employer
Description of Job Duty:
Lead the development and execution of strategic communications, engagement, and stewardship initiatives that strengthen relationships with alumni, donors, and other key constituents. This position oversees Advancement communications across print, digital, email, web, and social media platforms; manages donor stewardship communications; and supports the University's fundraising and engagement goals through effective messaging, content development, and leadership within Crawford Alumni Center.
Tennessee Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Essential Functions:
Under the direction of the Executive Director for the Crawford Alumni Center (CAC), this position will oversee all print and electronic communication related to engagement and stewardship, including print, digital, email, web, and social media platforms. Develop an Advancement communications calendar. Create all original copy for University Advancement communications including but not limited to: engagement pieces; solicitations for direct mail, email, and social media; speechwriting for events, stewardship pieces such as Gratitude, Impact, and Alumnus newsletter, etc.; other stewardship pieces as assigned; establish and manage stewardship-related initiatives including acknowledgements, recognition, and ongoing communications with past and current donors to enhance their relationship with the University and Foundation in an effort to increase the likelihood of continued contributions. Manage CAC social media, including creating content, scheduling, and posting. Manage Advancement email platform by drafting and sending all alumni and donor related emails, as requested from university departments. Provide support to Advancement events by attending and participating as needed.
Physical Demands:
Those typical of an office environment.
Work Hours:
Typical hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Additional hours if/when needed.
Special Instructions:
Applicants are required to electronically upload a cover letter, resume, copy of transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire), and complete contact information for three references. References will be contacted at a later date. Submission of materials is the applicant's responsibility. Applications without all required materials are incomplete and will not be considered.
Salary:
Commensurate with education and experience. Level P2, Grade 10.
Benefits Information:
The University offers a competitive benefits package. Benefits include the accumulation of two vacation days per month and one sick leave day per month, and thirteen University holidays. Other benefits include medical and life insurance (shared cost with the university), retirement, optional 401k, and educational benefits.
Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a related field (marketing, journalism, communications or similar). Five years of related experience in high‐level communications and an ability to develop messaging to varied audiences through multiple mediums. Ability to work under pressure and ensure that deadlines are strictly met. Highly organized and the ability to triage work assignments so that pressing and urgent matters are managed appropriately.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree from an accredited institution. Experience in a communication related role within higher education or non-profit.
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