Public Relations Specialist II

Rutgers The State University

Public Relations Specialist II

New Brunswick ,

New Jersey

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Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Public Relations Specialist II for the Eagleton Institute of Politics. Reporting to the Director, the Public Relations Specialist II is responsible for helping to further the Eagleton Institute of Politics' mission by executing strategic communication plans that promote the Institute's research exploring emerging topics in American politics, expert commentary and analysis in the news, development priorities, student success, and alumni involvement.Among the key duties of the position are the following:
Coordinates Eagleton's public profile and relationships with key audiences through targeted outreach and strategic Institute-wide communications plans.
Coordinates the Institute's communications team, supervising graphic design and communication interns.
Serves as the primary liaison to the media for the Institute and builds relationships across traditional and new media, both here in NJ and nationally, in order to increase awareness of and engagement with Eagleton's research, education, and public service resources.
The Eagleton Institute is a collaborative team. On occasion, all members are asked to participate in Institute-wide and/or cross-team projects.
Position Status

Position Status

Full Time
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
FLSA
FLSA

Nonexempt
Grade
Grade

04
Annual Minimum Salary
Annual Minimum Salary

55416.000
Annual Mid Range Salary

68958.000
Annual Maximum Salary
Annual Maximum Salary

82500.000
Standard Hours
Standard Hours

37.50
Union Description
Union Description

URA-AFT Administrative
Payroll Designation
Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to

http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview .
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment
Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility
Position Pension Eligibility

ABP
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Minimum of a BA in Communications, Journalism, Digital Communications, Political Science, or a related field as well as two years of work experience in the political or communications field, including as a journalist or a communications specialist for a non-profit organization, elected official, or government entity.
Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Must have excellent writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communications skills.
Creativity and excellent organizational skills are a must.
Demonstrated digital media marketing skills and the ability to identify and master new communications tools quickly are required.
Must have strong interpersonal skills and be comfortable meeting and working with a broad range of people - from high-level public officials to media representatives to vendor staff to students - in a variety of highly visible settings.
Must be able to independently manage multiple tasks and short deadlines in high-stress situations.
Must be very organized, efficient and detail oriented.
Must be comfortable working for an organization that is political yet non-partisan and straddles the worlds of politics and academia.
Thorough grounding in U.S. and New Jersey politics and government is essential, whether through coursework, professional experience, or personal involvement. Because Eagleton's research and programs focus on American politics, the incumbent should understand the relevant positions, processes and relationships and be aware of sensitive political issues.
Preferred Qualifications

Prior knowledge and experience with Rutgers Visual Identity System and communications procedures preferred.
Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite or other basic photo editing tools, CiviCRM, social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.
Must also know how to use social media management tools like Hootsuite and Buffer.
Physical Demands and Work Environment

Eagleton offices are located within a historic building with no elevator.
The duties of this position regularly involve navigating stairs numerous times a day.
An applicant may request a reasonable accommodation if they have a disability that restricts them in their ability to climb and/or navigate stairs.
Special Conditions

Must be available to work some evenings and weekends.
Posting Number

Posting Number

24ST1435
Posting Open Date
Posting Open Date

06/20/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus
Home Location Campus
Home Location Campus

Rutgers University - New Brunswick
City
State
State

NJ
Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

Public Relations Specialist II

Job Category

URA-AFT Administrative

Department

Eagleton Institute of Politics

Overview

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Public Relations Specialist II for the Eagleton Institute of Politics. Reporting to the Director, the Public Relations Specialist II is responsible for helping to further the Eagleton Institute of Politics' mission by executing strategic communication plans that promote the Institute's research exploring emerging topics in American politics, expert commentary and analysis in the news, development priorities, student success, and alumni involvement.Among the key duties of the position are the following:

Coordinates Eagleton's public profile and relationships with key audiences through targeted outreach and strategic Institute-wide communications plans.
Coordinates the Institute's communications team, supervising graphic design and communication interns.
Serves as the primary liaison to the media for the Institute and builds relationships across traditional and new media, both here in NJ and nationally, in order to increase awareness of and engagement with Eagleton's research, education, and public service resources.
The Eagleton Institute is a collaborative team. On occasion, all members are asked to participate in Institute-wide and/or cross-team projects.
Position Status

Full Time

Hours Per Week

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

FLSA

Nonexempt

Grade

04

Position Salary

Annual Minimum Salary

55416.000

Annual Mid Range Salary

68958.000

Annual Maximum Salary

82500.000

Standard Hours

37.50

Union Description

URA-AFT Administrative

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to

http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview .

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Minimum of a BA in Communications, Journalism, Digital Communications, Political Science, or a related field as well as two years of work experience in the political or communications field, including as a journalist or a communications specialist for a non-profit organization, elected official, or government entity.
Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must have excellent writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communications skills.
Creativity and excellent organizational skills are a must.
Demonstrated digital media marketing skills and the ability to identify and master new communications tools quickly are required.
Must have strong interpersonal skills and be comfortable meeting and working with a broad range of people - from high-level public officials to media representatives to vendor staff to students - in a variety of highly visible settings.
Must be able to independently manage multiple tasks and short deadlines in high-stress situations.
Must be very organized, efficient and detail oriented.
Must be comfortable working for an organization that is political yet non-partisan and straddles the worlds of politics and academia.
Thorough grounding in U.S. and New Jersey politics and government is essential, whether through coursework, professional experience, or personal involvement. Because Eagleton's research and programs focus on American politics, the incumbent should understand the relevant positions, processes and relationships and be aware of sensitive political issues.
Preferred Qualifications

Prior knowledge and experience with Rutgers Visual Identity System and communications procedures preferred.
Equipment Utilized

Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite or other basic photo editing tools, CiviCRM, social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.
Must also know how to use social media management tools like Hootsuite and Buffer.
Physical Demands and Work Environment

Eagleton offices are located within a historic building with no elevator.
The duties of this position regularly involve navigating stairs numerous times a day.
An applicant may request a reasonable accommodation if they have a disability that restricts them in their ability to climb and/or navigate stairs.
Special Conditions

Must be available to work some evenings and weekends.
Posting Details

Posting Number

24ST1435

Posting Open Date

06/20/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus

Rutgers University - New Brunswick

City

New Brunswick

State

NJ

Location Details

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