Communications Specialist (Environmental Health and Engineering)

We are seeking a ***Communications Specialist*** who will contribute to the integrated and comprehensive approach to brand building and provides communications support for a department, center, or program. Will write and produce printed and digital communications material. The Communications Specialist is responsible for the communication and marketing of events and partners with internal and/or external stakeholders to ensure engagement with the appropriate audience while maximizing visibility and recognition.

**Specific Duties & Responsibilities**

* Serve as the primary writer and editor for printed materials related to the area, events, and activities.
* Perform a variety of research, writing, and digital production for communications vehicles.
* Write new material or contribute to a variety of communication media, e.g., website, proposals, summary reports, fact sheets, newsletters, marketing materials, correspondence, brochures.
* Conduct interviews and/or collect information to develop content for communication materials.
* Select visual assets to accompany written work.
* Coordinate, oversee, schedule, and make appropriate arrangements for production and distribution of communications materials.
* Serve as primary contact with vendors.
* Participate and contribute to planning and identifying content, theme, message, and tone.
* Implement project strategies and work plans developed by project leadership and support team in communicating, coordinating, completing, and disseminating project deliverables and tracking metrics.
* May manage and maintain social media accounts, newsletters, and/or website content.
* Support the planning and execution of webinars and other internal or external events.
* Develop internal and external communication materials for project promotion.
* Participate in high-level project team meetings and conference calls.
* Support the development of proposals or other documentation for new or continued funding as needed.
* Communicate challenges, requirements, and deadlines to team and ensure project timelines and deliverables are met.
* Other duties as assigned.

*In Addition to the Duties Listed Above*

* The Communications Specialist will provide photography and videography support for departmental events, stories, websites, social media, and other communications needs.

**Minimum Qualifications**

* Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
* Two years of related experience.
* Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/ graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

**Preferred Qualifications**

* Two years of professional writing and editing experience, preferably in higher education, science communications, journalism, or a related field
* Two years of experience managing social media channels for an organization, including developing content, maintaining an editorial calendar, and monitoring performance.
* Demonstrated ability to translate complex or technical information into clear, engaging content for varied audiences.
* Experience interviewing faculty, researchers, students, alumni, or other subject-matter experts.
* Familiarity with content management systems, email marketing platforms, and social media analytics tools.
* Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.
* Experience collaborating with designers, photographers, videographers, or other creative partners.
* Familiarity with AP style and best practices for accessible and inclusive communications.

**Technical Qualifications or Specialized Certifications**

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

**Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency**

* Copywriting - Developing
* Digital Communications - Developing
* Project Coordination - Intermediate
* Writing - Intermediate

*The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.*

Classified Title: Communications Specialist  
Role/Level/Range: ATP/03/PB  
Starting Salary Range: $47,355 - $82,820 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: Monday to Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm 
FLSA Status: Exempt 
Location: Hybrid/School of Public Health  
Department name: Environmental Health and Engineering   
Personnel area: School of Public Health