Communications & Outreach Specialist
University of Wisconsin Colleges, Milwaukee, WI, United States
* Develop and execute communication and change management plans for IT services, projects, and enhancements* Collaborate with IT teams and campus partners to ensure timely, accurate, and effective messaging* Create and manage content for web, email, social media, print, and campus news channels* Translate complex technical concepts into clear, audience-focused communications* Maintain and audit website content; ensure alignment with university branding standards* Manage the annual communications calendar and oversee operational messaging deliverables* Analyze engagement metrics (web, email, surveys) to inform strategy and continuous improvement* Design and administer surveys; interpret and share results with project teams* Plan and support outreach activities and campus events (e.g., orientations, awareness campaigns)* Present information to diverse audiences in person and virtually; serve as an ambassador for UWM IT* Develop marketing and informational materials, including brochures and handouts* Support engagement efforts tied to training initiatives and project implementations in the role, **Minimum Qualifications** - Professional experience managing and executing outreach and/or communication plans* Bachelor’s degree or higher in communications, marketing, information systems, or a related field by the date of hire* Demonstrated experience planning and executing events* Demonstrated experience using email marketing platforms (e.g., Emma)* Experience editing and creating graphics using tools such as Photoshop or InDesign* Demonstrated experience delivering in-person presentations and/or leading virtual training sessions* Demonstrated experience and/or training in organizational change management* Professional experience managing multiple documentation or training deliverables concurrently, including meeting established timelines and coordinating stakeholder feedback* Experience working in a higher education environment**Target Salary Range**$52,000 to $58,000 (Final salary offer will be determined based on knowledge, skills, and experience)**Benefits and Total Rewards**As part of UWM’s commitment to supporting the success of our team members through positive experiences, employees are provided with Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life. UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans. Employees with a qualifying position also receive an including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays. Please visit this link to view summary benefits information. (Compensation figures are for example purposes only.)**Applications Instructions**Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining web content using a web content management system (e.g., WordPress) - Professional experience editing, reviewing, and/or quality-assuring written materials to ensure accuracy, consistency, and clarity**Preferred Qualifications** Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide a cover letter and resume addressing your professional level work experience as it relates to all required and preferred qualifications.
In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates' application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications. Additional documents submitted aside from a cover letter and resume will not be reviewed.
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) is Wisconsin’s second-largest university, with a unique dual mission of access and research to provide high-quality education for students from all backgrounds. UWM is one of 146 top research universities recognized as “R1” by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. At UWM, we are committed to creating positive employee experiences, so our team members are able to thrive and excel in their work. UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes toward the cost of several benefit plans. Employees with a qualifying position also receive an
including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays. Please visit
to view summary benefits information (Compensation figures are for example purposes only). #J-18808-Ljbffr
In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates' application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications. Additional documents submitted aside from a cover letter and resume will not be reviewed.
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) is Wisconsin’s second-largest university, with a unique dual mission of access and research to provide high-quality education for students from all backgrounds. UWM is one of 146 top research universities recognized as “R1” by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. At UWM, we are committed to creating positive employee experiences, so our team members are able to thrive and excel in their work. UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes toward the cost of several benefit plans. Employees with a qualifying position also receive an
including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays. Please visit
to view summary benefits information (Compensation figures are for example purposes only). #J-18808-Ljbffr