Communication Specialist (Part-Time)

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
Position Information

Position Title

Communication Specialist (Part‑Time)
Requisition Number

H02028P
Position Category

Campus Location

Weber State University - Ogden, UT
Hours per week

20
Months per year

Hybrid

Remote flexibility as specified
Pay Grade

Hourly Pay Rate

$15
FLSA

Job Summary/Basic Function

Position Overview

The CETL Communication Specialist is responsible for developing and executing a cohesive communication strategy to engage our primary stakeholders: the faculty. Reporting to the Director and working closely with the Program Coordinator, this role focuses on increasing CETL’s visibility, fostering faculty relationships, and ensuring professional brand consistency across all digital and print platforms.
Key Responsibilities

Lead the day‑to‑day management of CETL's social media accounts, ensuring a consistent posting schedule and brand voice.
Identify opportunities to expand the office’s digital footprint and reach new faculty demographics.
Analyze monthly performance metrics; deliver actionable reports that use data to improve engagement and reach.
Produce the CETL e‑newsletter, including original content writing, layout design, and distribution management.
Design high‑quality promotional assets (flyers, digital banners, social graphics) for CETL workshops, grants, and programs.
Ensure all materials align with institutional branding and accessibility standards.
Develop integrated communication plans for “Signature Events,” managing timelines for announcements and reminders.
Provide on‑site or virtual communication support during events, which may include live‑tweeting, photography, or managing attendee inquiries.
Serve as a professional point of contact for communication‑related inquiries.
Advise CETL leadership on emerging communication trends and tools to better reach a busy faculty audience.
Communicate teaching excellence to internal and external audiences.
Required Qualifications

Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Graphic Design, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
Technical Skills: Proficiency in email marketing software (e.g., Mailchimp, Constant Contact), social media management tools, and design platforms (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite).
Expertise: Demonstrated ability to translate complex academic information into engaging, digestible content.
Self‑Management: Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines independently in a hybrid work environment.
If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you.
Physical Activity of this position

Operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, or position. Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
Physical Requirements of this position

Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or consistently to move objects, including the human body. Sitting most of the time. Walking and standing only occasionally if ever. Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.
Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.

Not required
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.

None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).
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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Resume
Cover Letter
List of References with Contact Info
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