Internal Communications Specialist (Remote)

The Communications Specialist at the University of Arizona Global Campus (UAGC) will report to the Communications Manager and assist with designing and executing internal/employee communications, engagement initiatives, and events. This role also focuses on managing the dissemination of student communications and fostering alignment with UAGC's goals. The Communications Specialist will create and distribute key organizational communications across various formats, including emails, newsletters, and the intranet, driving change management and enhancing employee and student engagement. Additionally, the Specialist will contribute to communication strategies that help meet UAGC's objectives and priorities.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Draft internal and student communications to inform faculty, staff, and students about UAGC initiatives and events using email, newsletters, and the intranet.

• Develop written materials including talking points, announcements, and newsletter articles.

• Manage and disseminate student communications while aligning with stakeholder strategies.

• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to support enterprise communication needs.

• Deliver comprehensive strategies aligned with project and organizational goals, fostering a culture of care and engagement.

• Provide strategic communication support to drive positive organizational change.

• Proofread and edit content while ensuring quality control per UAGC's brand standards and editorial guidelines.

• Manage UAGC's intranet to promote self-service and employee engagement.

• Assist with the Content and Brand team as needed.

• Support the Communications Manager as required.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:

• Ability to collaborate effectively with various departments and stakeholders.

• Strong writing and editing skills.

• Ability to craft compelling and clear messaging to various audiences.

• Work creatively and follow detailed instructions when required.

• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple complicated projects at one time.

• Excellent organizational skills.

• Familiarity with basic HTML coding.

• Experience with multi-media storytelling

• Exceptional written, oral, interpersonal and presentation skills and the ability to effectively interface with senior management

• Results-oriented and strategic planning expertise

• Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion

• Superior organizational skills and ability to juggle multiple priorities

• Committed to excellence in communications with a strong detail orientation

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with basic HTML

• Capable of delivering best-in-class communications to the organization

• Writing and editing experience

• Can multitask effectively with competing priorities, balancing business needs with stakeholder requests

• Versatile in multi-media communications delivery and driving organizational dialogue

• Takes ownership of the strategy and delivers on the goals on time

• Experience with Sharepoint, MS Teams, Zoom, JIRA

• Experience managing internal communications in the higher education sector

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

Rate of Pay: $65,687 - $85,393

Compensation Type: Salary at 1.0 full-time equivalence (FTE)

Grade: 9

Compensation Guidance:

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide (https://talent.arizona.edu/sites/default/files/Applicant_Guide_to_Compensation.pdf) and our Total Rewards Calculator (https://hr.arizona.edu/employees-affiliates/compensation/total-rewards-calculator) .

Grade Range Minimum: $65,687

Grade Range Midpoint: $85,393

Grade Range Maximum: $105,099

Career Stream and Level: PC3

Job Family: Communications

Job Function: Communications & Marketing

For more information regarding this position, please contact us at careers@uagc.edu .

UAGC shall, in all solicitations or advertisements for all employees placed by or on behalf of UAGC, state that all applicants who are qualified will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, pregnancy, marital status, registered domestic partnership status, age, physical disability, mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, military or veteran status, service in the uniformed services, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.