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Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 10333
Full/Part Time: Full Time

Org Marketing Statement

The University of Texas at San Antonio is a Hispanic Serving University specializing in cyber, health, fundamental futures, and social-economic development. With more than 34,000 students, it is the largest university in the San Antonio metropolitan region. UTSA advances knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service. The university embraces multicultural traditions and serves as a center for intellectual and creative resources as well as a catalyst for socioeconomic development and the commercialization of intellectual property-for Texas, the nation and the world. Learn more online, on USTA Today or on TwitterInstagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.

UTSA, situated in a global city that has been a crossroads of peoples and cultures for centuries, values diversity and inclusion in all aspects of university life. As an institution expressly founded to advance the education of Mexican Americans and other underserved communities, our university is committed to ending generations of discrimination and inequity. UTSA, a premier public research university, fosters academic excellence through a community of dialogue, discovery and innovation that embraces the uniqueness of each voice.

Posting End Date

Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 07/24/2023. Review of application will begin on 7/24/2023. At the discretion of the hiring department, this position posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Salary

Up to $43,000/annualized. Salary is commensurate with education, experience and qualifications.

Hours per Week

Exempt Position: 40 hours per week.

Required Application Materials

• Resume is required.
• Cover Letter is preferred.
• English writing sample such as an article, book report, essay is required.

Essential Functions

Job Summary

Function:

• To provide professional skills in communications, journalism, and marketing activities.

Scope:

• Responsible for the organization and execution of a broad range of communications support to departmental programs and activities, including writing and editing education/promotion materials.

Duties

• Provide oversight, direction and coordination for communications and marketing function of assigned area.
• Assist with design and updates for department websites, social media platforms, and promotional materials.
• Write, edit, format and assemble documents and publications for the ConTex office, ensuring that they are in compliance with University standards and requirements. This includes all brochures, articles, newsletters and Web materials.
• Working closely with Director of Programs and Academic Program Coordinator, research and prepare summaries of current academic programs, research initiatives and accomplishments for inclusion in periodic electronic and printed publications.
• Work with University Publications to create a uniform image and brand for the ConTex program.
• Ensure that ConTex has a presence at public and on-campus events.
• Working closely with Executive Director, Director of Programs, and Academic Program Coordinator, design and write a yearly electronic and hard-copy magazine showcasing ConTex accomplishments.
• Collect, compile and edit data from program and student feedback to assess effectiveness.
• Develop strategies for promoting ConTex programs, services and opportunities for student and faculty involvement.
• Create and update contact lists of target audiences and other spreadsheets relevant to the implementation of programs.
• Coordinate and assist with scheduling of internal and external meetings. Handle necessary logistics.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, English, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Two years of experience in public relations, communications, writing/editing, or related field.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• English oral and written proficiency.
• Strong writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to understand and creatively solve complex problems in a deadline driven environment.
• Proficiency with publishing technologies, such as Adobe Creative Suite... (Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat), Web based website builders (Squarespace), Constant Contact, Social Media, Microsoft Office, and standard office equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Spanish oral and written proficiency preferred.
• Experience in web publishing and/or design.
• Experience with graphics design.
• Qualtrics

Working Conditions

• This position may have a flexible hybrid modality based on specific circumstances.
• Usual office environment.
• Occasional evening or weekend work may be required.
• Some travel may be required to off-campus activities.

This position will be primarily located:

Hybrid-Regularly: This position will require working both remotely and on campus (approximately five or more days on campus per month). Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility. Applicants must be adaptable and open to working in both environments.

Hybrid-Occasionally: Primarily works remotely, but may work on campus on an infrequent basis (approximately four days or less per month). Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility. Applicants must be adaptable and open to working in both environments.

Additional Information

• UTSA is a tobacco free campus.
• This is a security sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
• Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

EO/AA Statement

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. UTSA campuses are accessible to persons with disabilities.