Penn State University
Marketing and Communications Specialist, Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing
Penn State University, Trenton, New Jersey, United States
Marketing and Communications Specialist, Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing
Base pay range: $51,000.00/yr - $74,000.00/yr Location: Central Pennsylvania area with remote work and occasional in-person requirements; occasional evening or weekend work may be required. Overview
The Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing seeks a creative, passionate, and skilled Marketing and Communications Specialist to join our Strategic Communications and Recruitment team. This full-time position supports the college’s mission by raising awareness of our programs, promoting engagement, and strengthening our brand. The role will develop and implement a range of marketing, communications, and public relations strategies across print, digital, social media, events, and emerging media. Responsibilities
Create and edit content for websites, social media, articles, advertisements, publications, newsletters, photography, and event promotions Identify leads and sources for information Prepare creative briefs Design and develop social media campaigns; aid in monitoring analytics Ensure compliance with Penn State brand and style guidelines Occasionally attend and support events across the college The role involves working independently and in close collaboration with internal teams (including faculty members), external partners, and vendors to plan campaigns, track progress, and solve problems. Faculty partners will be engaged to produce feature pieces spotlighting them and their research. Relationships will be built with centers such as the Tressa Nese and Helen Diskevich Center of Geriatric Nursing Excellence, the Center for Nursing Research, and the Outreach and Professional Development Office. Remote work is expected in the central Pennsylvania area with occasional in-person work required on short notice. Qualifications
Applicants must have experience with the following: Adobe Creative Suite (experience and proficiency) Creating social media content for an organization or business Writing web copy Additional Qualifications: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; inclusive and respectful when working with others Ability to thrive in collaborative environments Demonstrated responsiveness and timeliness in addressing stakeholder needs Preferred: experience with writing research-related press releases or science writing, Hootsuite, WordPress or other CMS platforms; experience in healthcare-related environments, community health needs assessment, or healthcare delivery; familiarity with Penn State brand book; photography and videography skills. Education, Experience & Certifications
Bachelor's Degree and 3+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Certifications: None. Application Information
Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter. Other Information
This position reports to the Director of Strategic Communications and Recruitment. Background checks: Employment requires successful completion of background checks in accordance with University policies. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. Salary & Benefits
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $51,000.00 - $74,000.00. Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, and a 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible dependents. For more details, visit the Benefits Page. EEO and Compliance
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. The university supports equity, belonging, and inclusion across its community. Other information: This posting may include links to campus security and policy resources such as the Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR) and related policies.
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Base pay range: $51,000.00/yr - $74,000.00/yr Location: Central Pennsylvania area with remote work and occasional in-person requirements; occasional evening or weekend work may be required. Overview
The Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing seeks a creative, passionate, and skilled Marketing and Communications Specialist to join our Strategic Communications and Recruitment team. This full-time position supports the college’s mission by raising awareness of our programs, promoting engagement, and strengthening our brand. The role will develop and implement a range of marketing, communications, and public relations strategies across print, digital, social media, events, and emerging media. Responsibilities
Create and edit content for websites, social media, articles, advertisements, publications, newsletters, photography, and event promotions Identify leads and sources for information Prepare creative briefs Design and develop social media campaigns; aid in monitoring analytics Ensure compliance with Penn State brand and style guidelines Occasionally attend and support events across the college The role involves working independently and in close collaboration with internal teams (including faculty members), external partners, and vendors to plan campaigns, track progress, and solve problems. Faculty partners will be engaged to produce feature pieces spotlighting them and their research. Relationships will be built with centers such as the Tressa Nese and Helen Diskevich Center of Geriatric Nursing Excellence, the Center for Nursing Research, and the Outreach and Professional Development Office. Remote work is expected in the central Pennsylvania area with occasional in-person work required on short notice. Qualifications
Applicants must have experience with the following: Adobe Creative Suite (experience and proficiency) Creating social media content for an organization or business Writing web copy Additional Qualifications: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; inclusive and respectful when working with others Ability to thrive in collaborative environments Demonstrated responsiveness and timeliness in addressing stakeholder needs Preferred: experience with writing research-related press releases or science writing, Hootsuite, WordPress or other CMS platforms; experience in healthcare-related environments, community health needs assessment, or healthcare delivery; familiarity with Penn State brand book; photography and videography skills. Education, Experience & Certifications
Bachelor's Degree and 3+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Certifications: None. Application Information
Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter. Other Information
This position reports to the Director of Strategic Communications and Recruitment. Background checks: Employment requires successful completion of background checks in accordance with University policies. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. Salary & Benefits
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $51,000.00 - $74,000.00. Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, and a 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible dependents. For more details, visit the Benefits Page. EEO and Compliance
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. The university supports equity, belonging, and inclusion across its community. Other information: This posting may include links to campus security and policy resources such as the Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR) and related policies.
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