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Job Opportunity: Sr. Communications Specialist:Job description:
Sr. Communications SpecialistWho we areWhy Rensselaer? Join Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's dynamic global community of changemaker including some of the world's leading researchers, students, alumni, and faculty who ask the important questions and devise the scientific and technological innovations that make the world a better place for all of humanity. Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, Rensselaer is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world's fastest supercomputers, and an IBM Quantum One computer - the first university-located quantum computer in the U.S. Are you ready to change the world? Apply now! Job Summary The Sr. Communications Specialist reports to the Manager of Advancement Communications, and is responsible for creating, implementing, and assessing targeted communications, solicitations, and direct marketing strategies for key IA internal and external audiences, including special constituencies such as annual donors, parents, young and graduate alumni, reunion classes, corporate partners, students, and other identified audiences. The Senior Communications Specialist supports all web-related projects for Institute Advancement philanthropic efforts for annual donors, which may include stewardship and donor relations-related writing and key projects. Minimum Qualifications » Bachelor's degree in an appropriate field such as journalism, communications, or public relations » 5 years of directly related professional practice in a comparable setting significant combinations of education, training and practice may be considered. Preferred Qualifications » practice in higher education is highly preferred expertise, Skill, and Abilities » Demonstrated skill in writing content for a variety of audiences and a number of different channels, including email solicitations, web content, social media campaigns, and marketing collateral » Must be proactive and able to work without supervision » Strong interpersonal and problem-solving expertise » capability to work in a team environment » Demonstrated written and oral communication expertise » Working expertise of Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint » Excellent organizational expertise with high attention to detail » capability to manage several projects from beginning to end with minimal supervision » capability to work quickly, flexibly, cooperatively and independently in a pro-active, customer-service oriented environment » Demonstrated communication planning expertise and capability to promote brands » Demonstrated influential communication style and capability to strategize and lead others » Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite » capability to analyze and interpret data » capability to work effectively under pressure in fast paced, rapidly changing environment and meet established goals and objectives Shift Business Hours with weekends or evenings occasionally required Starting income/Rate Expected hiring range: $61,000 - $65,000 per year Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate's income will be determined located on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate's qualifications, practice, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer's good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting. Application instructions Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter. If you need assistance with the online application process, Contact Us by Email address: careers@rpi.edu Job Posted Date Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Total Compensation and Benefits Information Rensselaer's Total Compensation Program is designed to provide reliable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit . Skills:
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