What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Relations Specialist (Communications Generalist) position at Indiana University Bloomington?

Job Summary

As a member of the communications team serving the Kelley School of Business in the Office of the IU Vice President of Communications and Marketing, this individual will help advance the mission of the Kelley School in Indianapolis through written content that elevates its visibility and reputation, with a particular focus on topics that align with campus and university priorities.

Department-Specific Responsibilities

Writes, edits, publishes, and distributes clear, informative written content on topics of strategic importance to the Kelley School in Indianapolis in alignment with school and university-level priorities with a particular emphasis on blog content and thought leadership writing.
Consults with stakeholders, including Kelley Indianapolis faculty and colleagues within UCM, to identity communications priorities and develop communication strategies and tactics that advance desired outcomes.
Identifies and pitches opportunities for media placement, develops and advances relationships with members of the media, assists in crafting news releases and media advisories.
Regularly provides information to, and consults with, Kelley faculty, staff, and other stakeholders regarding university affairs, initiatives, programs, and activities; escalates complex or urgent issues to higher-level Communications Generalists or Public Relations Specialists, and / or manager as needed.
Schedules and attends meetings, consultations, publicity / press events, and various outreach activities.
May also perform administrative duties, such as maintaining photo databases and managing media contact lists.

General Responsibilities

Independently creates basic and complex communications for print and e-distribution on behalf of department or functional area within department and in support of departmental goals and objectives; communications may be interdepartmental; staff, faculty, or student-focused; or external.

Responds to inquiries and requests and explains policies, procedures, and context of communications.

Manages relationships with various internal and external stakeholders and creates communications coverage for relevant initiatives, events, and programs.

Prepares communications timelines and shares progress of communications toward relevant deadlines with manager, team members, and other relevant constituents.

Regularly monitors relevant social media and news sites; researches relevant subject matter to increase knowledge in area(s) of specialty.

Utilizes various communications software programs and delivers communications in multiple formats to a variety of audiences.

May provide guidance to lower-level Communications Generalists.

Qualifications

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

EDUCATION

Required

Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, English, public relations, or a related field

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

2 years in a related field

SKILLS

Required

Proficient communication skills

Maintains a high degree of professionalism

Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills

Demonstrates a high commitment to quality

Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment

Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty

Highly thorough and dependable

Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure

Preferred

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Possesses excellent writing, editing, and communication skills

Ability to be comfortable interacting with members of the media as well as identifying topics and opportunities to strengthen the campus reputation with local, state, and national audiences in collaboration with other members of the team

Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Work Location

Indianapolis, Indiana

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including :

Comprehensive medical and dental insurance

Health savings account with generous IU contributions

Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts

Basic group life insurance paid by IU

Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance

Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting

Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options

Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses

10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year

Generous paid time off plans

Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level : Career

FLSA : Exempt

Job Function : Marketing & Communications

Job Family : Communications Generalist

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Posting Disclaimer

This posting is scheduled to close at 11 : 59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring.See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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