Marketing and Development Communications Specialist

Closing Date: 10/03/2026
Type of Position: Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration
Workstudy Position: No
Job Type: Regular
Sponsorship Available: No
Institution Name: Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas
Department: AGCS | Agricultural Communication Services
Department's Website: https://aaes.uada.edu/communications
Summary of Job Duties: Market new varieties from the Foundation Seed program to seed dealers statewide
Represent the Foundation Seed program as a vendor at two annual rice field days
Organize a commercial field day for rice and soybean farmers and seed dealers
Attend industry meetings as an exhibitor, including
Independent Professional Seed Association Annual Conference
Arkansas Seed Dealers Association Summer Convention
Anheuser-Busch Annual Rice Grower Day and Discovery Farm Showcase
USA Rice Outlook Conference
Rice Technical Working Group
Establish and maintain regular communications with seed dealers, including monthly updates during the growing season
Assist with end-user-focused marketing efforts for ARoma 22 aromatic rice
Assist with special event communications and marketing
Develop marketing and promotional materials for AES
Create engaging marketing materials for event booths, flyers, and other promotional uses
Promote fruit varieties through targeted marketing efforts, including attendance at annual fruit field days.
Create content for paid advertising (i.e., billboards, social media, etc.)
Develop materials promoting the new department of food science building for use by the UADA development team
Write copy for donor communications, including emails, thank-you notes, individualized proposals, donor follow-up, and talking points
Create templates for newsletters, letterhead and gift receipts
Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Degree must be obtained no later than December 2026.
Must submit a portfolio and/or links to previous marketing and communications work. Candidates should include a brief description of their role in creating submitted materials.
Preferred Qualifications: 1+ years’ experience in marketing and/or communications
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency with design tools (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite)
Positive and collaborative work ethic
Experience with donor communications or fundraising campaigns
Experience coordinating marketing or outreach events
Familiarity with agriculture, higher education, and/or commodity groups
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to travel statewide and work occasional evenings for events and field days
Salary Information: Starting at $50,000, commensurate with experience
Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application
List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)
Resume
Special Instructions to Applicants: Must submit a portfolio and/or links to previous marketing and communications work. Candidates should include a brief description of their role in creating submitted materials.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Motor Vehicle Reports Check
The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment.The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check.Required checks are identified in the position listing.A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position.Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting
Frequent Physical Activity: Hearing, Talking
Occasional Physical Activity: Driving, Standing
Benefits Eligible: Yes

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