University of California, Davis
Communications Specialist (WRITER EDITOR 3)
University of California, Davis, Davis, California, us, 95617
Communications Specialist (WRITER EDITOR 3)
Under general direction of the Wraparound Center of Excellence (COE) Program Director, the Communications Specialist will manage external communications for the Wraparound COE program at UC Davis CPE Human Services, including written, visual and digital communications. The role collaborates with the UC Davis Continuing and Professional Education Strategic Communications manager and Human Services marketing and program staff. Key duties include writing blog articles and web content, editing program curriculum materials, graphic and publication design, video editing, photography, managing the Wraparound COE program website, developing email campaigns, social media and event communication strategies, producing content marketing that builds connection and credibility, maintaining the Human Services website content, designing marketing materials with Canva, ensuring ADA accessibility, and coordinating short‑form video production.
Apply By Date: December 30, 2025
Location: Davis, CA
Salary: $69,600 – $124,200 per year
45% – Develop and Manage External Communications
25% – Website Editing and Updating
25% – Design
5% – Planning and Strategic Communication
Key Responsibilities
Develop and manage external communications strategy and content across channels
Update and edit the Human Services website using CMS
Design marketing materials (fliers, factsheets, posters, infographics, videos, slides) using Canva and other design tools, ensuring ADA accessibility
Plan and execute email campaigns, social media posts, event communications
Produce short‑form videos featuring program profiles and success stories
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in related area or equivalent experience
Extensive experience writing engaging copy that reflects marketing goals and audience needs
Proven ability to manage high‑volume communications environment, meeting critical deadlines and coordinating multiple assignments
Creative experience producing effective graphics, fliers, publications and other marketing materials
Strong oral and written communication skills, advanced knowledge of grammar, punctuation and AP Style
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, Adobe Creative Suite
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in higher education or human services
Experience with web design using a CMS such as Drupal
Experience using Salesforce and/or Marketing Cloud
Advanced knowledge of grammar, punctuation and AP Style
University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
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Apply By Date: December 30, 2025
Location: Davis, CA
Salary: $69,600 – $124,200 per year
45% – Develop and Manage External Communications
25% – Website Editing and Updating
25% – Design
5% – Planning and Strategic Communication
Key Responsibilities
Develop and manage external communications strategy and content across channels
Update and edit the Human Services website using CMS
Design marketing materials (fliers, factsheets, posters, infographics, videos, slides) using Canva and other design tools, ensuring ADA accessibility
Plan and execute email campaigns, social media posts, event communications
Produce short‑form videos featuring program profiles and success stories
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in related area or equivalent experience
Extensive experience writing engaging copy that reflects marketing goals and audience needs
Proven ability to manage high‑volume communications environment, meeting critical deadlines and coordinating multiple assignments
Creative experience producing effective graphics, fliers, publications and other marketing materials
Strong oral and written communication skills, advanced knowledge of grammar, punctuation and AP Style
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, Adobe Creative Suite
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in higher education or human services
Experience with web design using a CMS such as Drupal
Experience using Salesforce and/or Marketing Cloud
Advanced knowledge of grammar, punctuation and AP Style
University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
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