Job Details

Marketing/Communications Specialist

Position Number: 6283078
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Position Type: Public Relations, Marketing and Communications

Marketing/Communications Specialist

Job Summary

The Division of Public Health (DPH) is looking for a Marketing/Communications Specialist who will design, coordinate, and execute a wide range of marketing/communications. Performs a variety of writing, design, and project management tasks while using good judgment and strong interpersonal skills to plan and execute marketing/communications strategies. Utilizes traditional and electronic publishing technologies to produce communications that implement project objectives.

Responsibilities
Essential Duties:

1. Develops and executes marketing/communication plans by utilizing traditional and electronic publishing technologies

Manages a comprehensive student recruitment plan. Includes developing/maintaining relationships with high school staff, and visiting undergraduate programs on campus and in the region.
Manage social media accounts.

2. Student Recruitment

Conduct recruitment presentations, campus tours, and host special events.
Attends national and local conferences
Assist prospective students in gathering the necessary information they need to make an informed decision about the University of Utah and how to navigate the various processes and offices to enroll at the University of Utah.
Counsel students and parents regarding the admissions process.
Provide follow-up correspondence and individual counseling to prospective students via in-person meetings, e-mail, telephone, and U.S. mail.
Work with Academic Advising team to ensure smooth transfer from recruitment to matriculation.
Actively track and report out on prospective student recruitment

3. Develops and communicates department information on various projects to its stakeholders, both internal and external

4. Responsible for monitoring effectiveness of marketing/communication tactics and adjusting communication plans as necessary

5. Collaborates with the Department and other clientele to conceptualize on various projects

6. May assist in supporting other areas of department as needed such as education team and marketing team.

7. Manage and support learning aboard activities.

8. Proofreads all communications and monitors media

9. Manages the research and development of content for publication

10. Develops and adheres to project timelines

11. Ensures that distributed material is accurate and timely

12. Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree English, Journalism, Communications, or related field plus 3 years of related experience, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills; familiarity with a variety of computer software; project management and strong interpersonal skills; ability to work both individually and in a team setting.

Some areas may require additional experience with specific computer systems and may require skills in interviewing, ad copy writing, editing, photography, web writing, graphic design, audio & video production, and oral presentation.

Master's degree in a related field may be preferred.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences
Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) plus 3 years of related experience; excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills; familiarity with a variety of computer software; project management and strong interpersonal skills; ability to work both individually and in a team setting.

Some areas may require additional experience with specific computer systems and may require skills in interviewing, ad copy writing, editing, photography, web writing, graphic design, audio & video production, and oral presentation.

Master's degree in a related field may be preferred.

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN42120B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: In office for up to six months or more during probationary period. After success completion or probationary period hybrid with 2-3 days in office per week. Some nights and weekends may be required, along with attending several off-campus events for exhibiting.
Department: 00958 - DFPM-Administration
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $55,000 - $60,000 DOQ
Close Date: 8/4/2025
Open Until Filled:

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/183634