Details
Open Date 11/10/2026
Requisition Number PRN46743B
Job Title Marketing/Communications Specialist
Working Title Marketing & Communications Specialist
Career Progression Track E
Track Level
FLSA Code Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Mon-Fri 8 am-5 pm, occasional early mornings or evenings as needed.
VP Area Academic Affairs
Department 00304 - U Career Success
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range 50000 to 55000
Close Date 02/10/2027
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
The Marketing & Communications Specialist creates content for the U Career Success social
media channels, informational and promotional videos, presentations, websites, and other
marketing materials as needed. This role supports Career Coaches, the Pre-Professional Team,
Connect2Health, Learn + Earn, and Corporate & Community Engagement.
About U Career Success
U Career Success connects students to experiences that lead to lifelong professional fulfillment.
We collaborate with employers, colleges, and campus partners to build students' skills and
provide relevant, unique, and engaging opportunities.
This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory
of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Responsibilities
Creates content for social media, Canvas courses, presentations, event promotion, and
other channels as needed.
Generates and pitches ideas for content to promote U Career Success events and
resources.
Collaborates with the team on a social media content calendar.
Monitors and analyzes the effectiveness of marketing content, in partnership with
manager.
Maintains and updates the U Career Success website and content for supported
programs.
Develops and adheres to project timelines.
Ensures that distributed material is accurate and timely.
May perform other related technical duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related area or equivalent (one year of education can be
substituted for two years of related work experience).
Some areas may require additional experience in writing, editing, photography, graphic
design, audio & video production, and oral presentation.
Demonstrated ability to adapt content for varied audiences and platforms.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines while
maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with a
range of stakeholders.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of
the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Two or more years of professional experience in marketing, social media, digital content,
or a related field.
Experience managing website content, preferably using WordPress or a comparable
content management system.
Experience creating and managing social media content, including content calendars and
performance reporting.
Experience using project-management tools, such as Trello, Asana, Microsoft Planner, or
similar platforms.
Experience using marketing analytics to assess the effectiveness of content and adjust
tactics.
Graphic design experience using Adobe Creative Suite, or comparable tools.
Video planning and editing experience.
Experience working in higher education, student services, nonprofit, or another mission-
driven environment.
Experience translating complex information into clear, engaging, student-centered
content.
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
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