University of Houston is hiring: Writer/Editor 1 in Houston

Position

Writer/Editor 1

Location: Houston, TX, University of Houston

Department: Associate Vice President for Administration

Salary: Commensurate with Experience

Job Summary

Has overall responsibility for developing, writing and editing internal publications. Disseminates material about university research, academics, activities, events and awards.

Key Responsibilities

• Research university programs for potential story ideas to generate positive public interest and identify appropriate outlets for specific story interests.
• Maintain regular contact with university and college administrators regarding ongoing academic and related programs; keep abreast of faculty research, teaching and service activities to generate story ideas.
• Conduct interviews and investigate selected activities to write stories for various internal publications.
• Develop and implement strategies/plans for conferences and other significant programs or events; develop communications plans to address potential problems.
• Identify, research and write feature stories for university magazine(s), including photo and illustration planning and editing.
• Provide work direction and guidance to interns.
• Plan and edit departmental publications, websites, and electronic newsletters.
• Support updates to chatbots and websites, collaborate with departments to gather materials and organize written communications.
• Determine content needs, select and research subjects, conduct interviews, and ensure factual accuracy.
• Provide writing and editing services for other communication projects as assigned.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Requires a minimum of one (1) year of directly job‑related experience.
• MQ: Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge is normally obtained through a formal, directly job‑related 4‑year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in‑depth specialized training program related to the type of work performed.
• Department is willing to accept education in lieu of experience.
• Department is willing to accept experience in lieu of education.

Additional Information

All positions at the University of Houston‑System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.