Allegany College of Maryland
Allegany College of Maryland is hiring: Content and Communication Specialist in
Allegany College of Maryland, Cumberland, MD, US, 21504
Salary : $45,136.00 - $47,429.20 Annually
Location : Cumberland, MD
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Division: Chief Advancement & Community Relations Officer
Department: Public Relations
Opening Date: 10/01/2025
Closing Date: 10/16/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Exempt
Position Term (Number of Months Worked per Academic Year): 12 months
Pay Grade/Classification: Grade 12
Hours/Work Schedule: College Business Hours are 8:30am - 4:30pm. This position will occasionally be required to work hours outside of typical business hours for College events.
Working Conditions: This position typically works in an indoor office environment; occasional periods of outdoor exposure may occur at College events. Flexibility in scheduling, including occasional evenings and weekends, and travel to other campuses, educational sites, off campus meetings, and training workshops and seminars may be required. This position operates in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment requiring adaptability and ongoing learning
Physical Duties: Most of the job is sedentary. Occasional periods of light work may be required to assist with event set up, etc.Other physical requirements include:• Oral and written communication, the ability to receive, understand and communicate verbal and written instruction and communicate in the English language• Visual acuity appropriate for a normal clerical-type position• Hearing• Mental Acuity• Fingering• Grasping• Speaking• Talking• Repetitive Motion • Handling
Join our team of dedicated employees focused on student success and transformation!
ACM is a close knit, family-like work environment who care deeply for each other, just as we do our students. Some of the many benefits of working at ACM include ample paid time off, great retirement and insurance options, on site facilities, and opportunities to connect with the community, co-workers, and students.
Allegany College of Maryland's main campus is nestled on beautiful, scenic acres in the mountains of Allegany County - Cumberland, Maryland. A downtown center extends our reach into the heart of the community's business and tourism sector. Our small, attentive college atmosphere engages students of all ages and backgrounds in rich, challenging learning opportunities at all of our campuses. To learn more about the college visit our website here:
See more about Cumberland, MD here https://www.ci.cumberland.md.us/724/Features-of-Cumberland-Maryland
Please apply if this sounds like the place for you!
Basic Statement of Responsibilities
The Content and Communications Specialist is responsible for a wide range of communications and content development efforts that support Allegany College of Maryland's mission and strategic goals. Key duties include writing and publishing news stories, serving as editor and feature writer for the ACCESS ACM magazine, managing media relations, and creating content for both internal and external audiences.
Essential Functions
Required:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Allegany College of Maryland is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to its faculty, staff, and job applicants through non-discrimination in its employment practices including, but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotional opportunities, compensation, discipline, and termination. The college complies with all applicable equal opportunity requirements and county, state, and federal law regarding provision of equal employment opportunity.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including medical with prescription, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, ACM Tuition Waiver, Educational Assistance program, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
For a complete listing of all benefits, visit https://allegany.edu/human-resources/.
Location : Cumberland, MD
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Division: Chief Advancement & Community Relations Officer
Department: Public Relations
Opening Date: 10/01/2025
Closing Date: 10/16/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Exempt
Position Term (Number of Months Worked per Academic Year): 12 months
Pay Grade/Classification: Grade 12
Hours/Work Schedule: College Business Hours are 8:30am - 4:30pm. This position will occasionally be required to work hours outside of typical business hours for College events.
Working Conditions: This position typically works in an indoor office environment; occasional periods of outdoor exposure may occur at College events. Flexibility in scheduling, including occasional evenings and weekends, and travel to other campuses, educational sites, off campus meetings, and training workshops and seminars may be required. This position operates in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment requiring adaptability and ongoing learning
Physical Duties: Most of the job is sedentary. Occasional periods of light work may be required to assist with event set up, etc.Other physical requirements include:• Oral and written communication, the ability to receive, understand and communicate verbal and written instruction and communicate in the English language• Visual acuity appropriate for a normal clerical-type position• Hearing• Mental Acuity• Fingering• Grasping• Speaking• Talking• Repetitive Motion • Handling
Join our team of dedicated employees focused on student success and transformation!
ACM is a close knit, family-like work environment who care deeply for each other, just as we do our students. Some of the many benefits of working at ACM include ample paid time off, great retirement and insurance options, on site facilities, and opportunities to connect with the community, co-workers, and students.
Allegany College of Maryland's main campus is nestled on beautiful, scenic acres in the mountains of Allegany County - Cumberland, Maryland. A downtown center extends our reach into the heart of the community's business and tourism sector. Our small, attentive college atmosphere engages students of all ages and backgrounds in rich, challenging learning opportunities at all of our campuses. To learn more about the college visit our website here:
See more about Cumberland, MD here https://www.ci.cumberland.md.us/724/Features-of-Cumberland-Maryland
Please apply if this sounds like the place for you!
Basic Statement of Responsibilities
The Content and Communications Specialist is responsible for a wide range of communications and content development efforts that support Allegany College of Maryland's mission and strategic goals. Key duties include writing and publishing news stories, serving as editor and feature writer for the ACCESS ACM magazine, managing media relations, and creating content for both internal and external audiences.
Essential Functions
- Writes and edits a variety of different content types to support communications and marketing efforts, including, but not limited to:
- News stories and press releases
- ACCESS ACM magazine
- Internal and external newsletters
- CRM-based communications
- Advertisements, brochures, and special event publications
- Website and CRM
- Support college-wide communication initiatives by:
- Engaging with internal and external stakeholders to tell ACM's story
- Developing strategies to increase engagement across media channels
- Creating and managing content for CRM platforms and communication systems
- Serve as a liaison to the media by:
- Responding to media inquiries
- Building and maintaining relationships with journalists
- Pitching stories aligned with the College's strategic goals
- Monitoring news and updating online archives
- Assist with executive and college-wide communications including:
- Email messages, speeches, presentations, and op-eds
- Crisis or emergency communications as part of the Emergency Communications Team
- Stay informed about trends in public relations and higher education to inform best practices
- Perform other duties as assigned
Required:
- Bachelor's degree (journalism, English, public relations, or communications preferred)
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in journalism, publication writing, feature writing/editing, or related fields
- Exceptional writing and storytelling ability with a talent for translating complex topics into engaging, accessible content
- Excellent oral communication skills
- Strong planning, organizational, and deadline-management skills
- Proven ability to independently research and develop stories
- Familiarity with CRM and digital communications tools (e.g., HubSpot, EAB CRM)
- Experience with basic digital tools and technology platforms used in marketing and communication and ability to learn new platforms.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong understanding of college programs and services
- Knowledge of media operations and journalistic standards
- Ability to present content clearly and effectively to diverse audiences
- Excellent editing, proofreading, and research skills
- Discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality
- Basic math and analytical skills
Allegany College of Maryland is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to its faculty, staff, and job applicants through non-discrimination in its employment practices including, but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotional opportunities, compensation, discipline, and termination. The college complies with all applicable equal opportunity requirements and county, state, and federal law regarding provision of equal employment opportunity.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including medical with prescription, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, ACM Tuition Waiver, Educational Assistance program, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
For a complete listing of all benefits, visit https://allegany.edu/human-resources/.