Communications Specialist


About Massasoit Community College:

We at Massasoit Community College pride ourselves in our tradition of excellence and in our historic mission of accepting all who desire to learn. Massasoit currently offers 41 associate degree programs in arts, sciences, and applied sciences and 24 certificates. The College also offers non-credit workforce development certificates; corporate training courses; adult basic education; personal enrichment classes; and Early College programs for high school students.

Students of color make up roughly half of all students enrolled and more than half of all Massasoit students are first generation to attend college. More than 900 students graduate from Massasoit with an associate degree or certificate each year.

Brockton, Massachusetts, home of Massasoit's largest campus, prides itself on its diversity of cultures and is home to approximately 95,000 residents. In addition, the college has a campus in Canton, a satellite location in Middleborough, and annually serves students from more than 35 cities and towns in Southeastern Massachusetts. Massasoit is one of the largest community colleges in the state.

Massasoit Community College is an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer who is committed to increasing diversity across all levels of the college. Candidates who believe they can contribute to this value are strongly encouraged to apply.


Job Description:

Reporting to the Executive Director of Communications and Marketing, the Communications Specialist supports the Office of College Communications' mission to tell the stories of Massasoit Community College. The Communications Specialist develops and executes communications strategies, including for the College's digital and social media presence, media relations, and internal communications. The Communications Specialist also helps develop and execute a comprehensive communications plan for the College and its departments and programs that incorporates social media, communications, branding, and events.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Working with other departments and constituencies as appropriate, assist in the development of social media content from concept to execution, including management and monitoring of the College channels, to inform interested parties and promote the College.
• Assist in the development of communications content, including writing copy for the College's website and portal.
• Writes and edits copy for press releases for internal and external distribution.
• Develops production workflows and assures adherence to any internal or external communications standards.
• In collaboration with other members of the department, assist in the development, implementation, and management of style and standards guides, templates, and other resource materials for College-wide use in presentations, print, and media publications.
• Assists in the planning and promotion of special programs and events.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required in communications, marketing, public relations, or related field.
• A minimum of two years of related experience.
• Experience in communications, digital marketing, and/or public relations.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to write concisely and develop ideas in a logical sequence.
• Ability to manage sensitive information with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
• Experience utilizing Microsoft Office Suite with proficiency in Microsoft word, PowerPoint, and excel.
• Experience in and knowledge of social media marketing.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a deadline-driven environment while managing multiple priority assignments.
• Experience utilizing Adobe Creative Suite along with online tools like Canva.
• Experience working in Higher Education.

Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

COVID-VACCINATION REQUIREMENT: Candidates for employment should be aware that all Community College students, faculty, and staff are required to be fully vaccinated. Accordingly, initial employment is dependent upon receipt and verification of full vaccination status records; details of how to fulfill vaccine record verification requirements will be provided during the hire and onboarding process.


Additional Information:

Position Status: Non-unit Professional, full-time state funded with benefits.

Hours: 37.5 per week, this position may be eligible for telework in accordance in with the College's telework policy.

Salary: $57,795 - $68,000 annually, commensurate with education and experience.

Worksite: Assignments will include all Massasoit sites

Deadline to Apply: March 29, 2023


Application Instructions:

A cover letter and resume are required, please apply online. Resumes will NOT be considered without an accompanying cover letter.

Please Note: Faxed, emailed, or mailed in resumes and/or materials will NOT be accepted. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual feedback on application statuses. Please refrain from contacting the hiring manager and/or hiring department via phone, email, fax, mail, third-person party or vendor, and in person. Failure to comply may result in application withdrawal.

Massasoit Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or sexual violence shall be referred to the Title IX and Compliance Officer, Amee Synnott, 508-588-9100, x1304, Brockton Campus, Administration Building, Room 219, asynnott@massasoit.mass.edu, or the Dean of Students & Deputy Title IX Coordinator, Jessica Correia, 508-588-9100, x1402, Brockton Campus, Student Center, Room 208A, jcorrei35@massasoit.mass.edu, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.



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