What are the responsibilities and job description for the Digital Communications Specialist. position at Dartmouth College?
Position Details
Position Information
Posting date 02/04/2025
Closing date
Open Until Filled Yes
Position Number 1129213
Position Title Digital Communications Specialist
Department this Position Reports to Arthur L. Irving Institute for Energy and Society
Hiring Range Minimum $60,600
Hiring Range Maximum $75,800
Union Type Not a Union Position
SEIU Level Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status Exempt
Employment Category Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months per Year 12
Scheduled Hours per Week 40
Schedule
Location of Position
Hanover, NH
Remote Work Eligibility? Remote eligible
Is this a term position? No
If yes, length of term in months. N/A
Is this a grant funded position? No
Position Purpose
The Arthur L. Irving Institute’s Engagement Program is responsible for informing, further enabling, and promoting our pioneering research and educational initiatives and building a robust community that leverages the collective expertise and participation of our students, faculty, and alumni, as well as external industry partners, policy makers, philanthropies, and journalists. The Digital Communications Specialist reports to the Institute’s Director of Communications, Marketing and Engagement and is responsible for helping to raise the profile of the Institute and inspire expanded stakeholder participation in the Institute’s work through a variety of digital media platforms.
Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge And Abilities
Department Contact Phone Number michelle.w.spiliotes@dartmouth.edu
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Catherine Homicki, Director of Communications, Marketing, and Engagement
Department Contact's Phone Number
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Not an essential function
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
Quick Link https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/77487
Key Accountabilities
Description
Content Development
Description
Communication Channel Coordination
Description
Partner Relationships
Position Information
Posting date 02/04/2025
Closing date
Open Until Filled Yes
Position Number 1129213
Position Title Digital Communications Specialist
Department this Position Reports to Arthur L. Irving Institute for Energy and Society
Hiring Range Minimum $60,600
Hiring Range Maximum $75,800
Union Type Not a Union Position
SEIU Level Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status Exempt
Employment Category Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months per Year 12
Scheduled Hours per Week 40
Schedule
Location of Position
Hanover, NH
Remote Work Eligibility? Remote eligible
Is this a term position? No
If yes, length of term in months. N/A
Is this a grant funded position? No
Position Purpose
The Arthur L. Irving Institute’s Engagement Program is responsible for informing, further enabling, and promoting our pioneering research and educational initiatives and building a robust community that leverages the collective expertise and participation of our students, faculty, and alumni, as well as external industry partners, policy makers, philanthropies, and journalists. The Digital Communications Specialist reports to the Institute’s Director of Communications, Marketing and Engagement and is responsible for helping to raise the profile of the Institute and inspire expanded stakeholder participation in the Institute’s work through a variety of digital media platforms.
Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge And Abilities
- At least two years’ experience related to digital marketing
- Skills in website and social media development and management
- Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- High level of integrity; excellent judgment and discretion with sensitive issues
- Meticulous attention to detail; efficient and able to prioritize and work on multiple projects on deadline
- A portfolio of online content that demonstrates proficiency in digital media
- Proficient in basic computer software packages, including MS-Office word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation applications, and Google Drive
- Ability to quickly learn content management systems and digital marketing software (e.g., Adobe Suite, Drupal, YouTube, Encompass/iModules, major social media platforms)
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively in team settings
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, film, media, visual arts or related field
- Communications and/or marketing work experience in energy, climate, or environmental organizations, and/or higher education
- Experience with brand building and positioning
Department Contact Phone Number michelle.w.spiliotes@dartmouth.edu
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Catherine Homicki, Director of Communications, Marketing, and Engagement
Department Contact's Phone Number
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Not an essential function
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
Quick Link https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/77487
Key Accountabilities
Description
Content Development
- Responsible for ongoing content management of the Irving Institute website
- Design and prepare graphics for the website, emails, social media, etc. to illustrate stories and promote events
- Design marketing emails for various audience segments, including students, faculty affiliates, alumni, and broader community members
Description
Communication Channel Coordination
- Coordinate with the Vox to promote Irving Institute events
- Maintain priority social media accounts, monitor traffic, and employ tactics to boost reach through social media platforms
- Coordinate email marketing, targeting various audience segments, including students, faculty affiliates, alumni, and broader community members
- Maintain mailing lists and manage listservs
Description
Partner Relationships
- Work collaboratively with the Dartmouth Office of Communications and the Advancement Communications team.
- Establish and maintain professional and productive relationships with vendors and with faculty, students, and staff across Dartmouth.
- Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Salary : $60,600 - $75,800
