Communications Coordinator

College Park, Maryland - Posted on: Tuesday 04/23/13

Description


The coordinator’s primary focus will be in support of sustainability campaigns sponsored by the Office of Sustainability and Facilities Management (e.g. Recycling and Solid Waste Unit and Energy Office) as well as other departments collaborating on campus-wide sustainability initiatives. The Coordinator will develop a communications strategy for the Office of Sustainability, publicizing activities internally and externally; manage the university’s sustainability website (www.sustainability.umd.edu) and social networking sites; and assist with campus sustainability programming.
 
This position is jointly funded by the Department of Environmental Safety and the Department of Facilities Management. The Communications Coordinator reports to the Associate Director, Department of Environmental Safety.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in communication, marketing social science, or related field required

Experience:

At least three years of experience in developing and implementing communication and behavior change initiatives is required, at least one year must be with sustainability programs

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

 - Working knowledge of communications and social techniques.

 - Proven ability to clearly and concisely communicate complex information to lay audiences

 - Excellent writing skills and the ability to speak to large and diverse groups of people

 - Demonstrated understanding of, and experience with, methods, practices and procedures associated with campus sustainability

 - Proficient in the use of computer software programs and basic

 Microsoft Office products

 - Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups of individuals and

 build partnerships

 - Ability to work independently, as well as be a team leader and team member

 - Ability to direct student interns

 - Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks, shifting priorities and schedules

 - Ability to work creatively and cost effectively with limited budget and resources

Preferences:


Academic experience specific to sustainability preferred. Master’s or other advanced degree in the above listed areas or related field preferred.
 
Experience conducting and implementing sustainability communication/social programs at a university or other large organization preferred.
 
Prefer project planning and management experience involving complex environmental initiatives in a large, diverse setting.
 
Prefer knowledge of Web applications such as Dreamweaver.
 
Prefer knowledge of commonly used desktop publishing and graphics software.
 
Prefer video production skills and experience.

Related Links

Interested candidates Please apply online at: https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/17238