Communications Specialist for Inclusive Excellence

Requisition Number: 20122474
Type of Employment: Full-Time Regular
Number of Months:
Months Employed:
Number of Hours per Day/Week: 40
Daily Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Summary Position
The Communications Specialist for Inclusive Excellence helps amplify and advance the university's efforts and initiatives related to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) by planning, coordinating, conceiving and implementing an overall communications strategy and producing a variety of print and digital communications for both internal and external audiences. This position enhances engagement with audiences through a variety of communications channels and events. This role provides valuable review of print and digital communications with a particular focus on how those communications are presenting DE&I efforts at the university.

Support for strategic communications

• Participates in the planning and creation of communications planning and content for University Communications.
• Reviews digital and print communications with a special focus on issues related to diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Works closely with the strategic communications team to manage and create social media assets.
• Assures that brand standards and accessibility requirements are met across platforms.
• Identifies and writes stories for print and online distribution highlighting Elon's initiatives related to DE&I and celebrating the success stories of individuals related to these efforts.
• Supports DE&I media relations by helping with the creation of news releases, responding to media inquiries and assisting in preparation for news conferences.
• Supports public relations by aiding in the planning and execution of persuasive campaigns using earned/paid media and other channels and assisting with communications during crisis management.
• Works closely with the Inclusive Excellence and University Communications teams to find internal and external opportunities to amplify faculty research/student involvement in the DE&I space.

Support for Division of Inclusive Excellence communications

• Under the supervision of the Assistant Vice President for Strategic Communications and in close collaboration with the Vice President and Associate Provost for Inclusive Excellence, develops and implements a comprehensive communications strategy and plan, including web content, for the Division of Inclusive Excellence.
• Provides creativity and leadership by creating promotional assets and designing and implementing community communications issued by the Division of Inclusive Excellence. This includes planning, researching, writing and editing content for news items, events, social media, websites, email campaigns, newsletters, student/faculty profiles, short video clips and other projects as assigned.
• Develops culturally sensitive marketing communications for external stakeholders as needed.
• Develops content for and maintains the web presence for the Committee on Elon History and Memory.
• Supports communications with advisory boards and other groups associated with the division.

Benefits of Working at Elon University

As an Elon University employee, you'll join an internationally acclaimed university with a commitment to fostering a thriving community. Ranked among the most innovative, creative and best-run universities in the nation, Elon's personal approach to education extends to employees, whose growth, professional development and success is a hallmark of our training and advancement opportunities.

Elon University's home is the charming town of Elon, North Carolina, a small, friendly community located a short distance from the beach and the mountains, and among the vibrant cities of Greensboro, Raleigh and Durham. In addition to the beautiful canopy of historic oak trees iconic to our campus, you'll find boundless opportunities for family-friendly recreation, cultural events and outdoor activities. Hiking, water sports, fine dining and entertainment are just a few of the many happenings in the Elon area, making the region one of the nation's premier travel destinations.

Employees at Elon enjoy a generous and comprehensive benefits package that includes:

28 annual days off, including holidays and vacation.

Immediate tuition remission for employees.

Retirement plan with an 8 percent contribution from the university.

Immediate eligibility for health, dental and vision insurance, along with free acute care and lab services at our onsite Health & Wellness Clinic.

Free use of campus fitness facilities.

Free admission to musical and theater performances, guest speakers, religious and ethnic observances, recitals, art exhibitions, entertainment and our Division I Phoenix athletics.

Eligibility for tuition remission at Elon for spouses, qualifying domestic partners and dependents begins at three years of service. After four years of employment, eligibility begins for participation in the Tuition Exchange, a national scholarship exchange program that enables dependents to enroll in nationally recognized partner colleges and universities.

Elon values and celebrates the diverse backgrounds, cultures, experiences and perspectives of our community members. As an equal opportunity employer, Elon's principles of diversity extend to race and gender identity, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and other aspects of one's identity. At Elon, our employees respect human differences, passion for lifelong learning, emphasis on personal integrity and an ethic of service.

Education Requirements
Bachelors degree or higher in journalism, publishing, English composition, communications or related field preferred. Minimum of three years of experience in communications or related occupation.

Degree/Major: Bachelor's degree or higher preferred
Length of Experience: Minimum of three years of experience in communications or related occupation.
Supervisory Experience: No

Supervisory Experience Detail


Special Skills or Experience

• Knowledge of concepts and issues related to diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Excellent oral, writing and editing skills; ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents; and ability to write opinion articles, speeches and other persuasive compositions.
• Proficiency in AP style, using social media and online communications.
• Experience adapting messages for multiple media platforms and working within a web content management system such a WordPress.
• Ability to cultivate and maintain a wide variety of professional relationships with diverse constituencies by developing rapport with others and establishing positive working relationships, both internally and externally.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including a high level of emotional intelligence, the ability to exercise discretion dealing with confidential and sensitive information, maintain neutrality and lead difficult conversations.
• Strong multitasking skills and an ability to manage competing priorities.
• Must have significant experience with Microsoft Office programs as well as confidence in communicating complex ideas via social media platforms.
• Experience with Adobe Photoshop and/or InDesign, graphic design and still photography is preferred.

Special Instructions to Applicants
Submit your cover letter, resume, work portfolio (or link to online portfolio) and a list of three references.

Posting Date: 03/02/2023
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes

General Purpose of Position
The Communications Specialist for Inclusive Excellence helps amplify and advance the universitys efforts and initiatives related to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) by planning, coordinating, conceiving and implementing an overall communications strategy and producing a variety of print and digital communications for both internal and external audiences. This position enhances engagement with audiences through a variety of communications channels and events. This role provides valuable review of print and digital communications with a particular focus on how those communications are presenting DE&I efforts at the university.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Support for strategic communications

• Participates in the planning and creation of communications planning and content for University Communications.
• Reviews digital and print communications with a special focus on issues related to diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Works closely with the strategic communications team to manage and create social media assets.
• Assures that brand standards and accessibility requirements are met across platforms.
• Identifies and writes stories for print and online distribution highlighting Elons initiatives related to DE&I and celebrating the success stories of individuals related to these efforts.
• Supports DE&I media relations by helping with the creation of news releases, responding to media inquiries and assisting in preparation for news conferences.
• Supports public relations by aiding in the planning and execution of persuasive campaigns using earned/paid media and other channels and assisting with communications during crisis management.
• Works closely with the Inclusive Excellence and University Communications teams to find internal and external opportunities to amplify faculty research/student involvement in the DE&I space.

Support for Division of Inclusive Excellence communications

• Under the supervision of the Assistant Vice President for Strategic Communications and in close collaboration with the Vice President and Associate Provost for Inclusive Excellence, develops and implements a comprehensive communications strategy and plan, including web content, for the Division of Inclusive Excellence.
• Provides creativity and leadership by creating promotional assets and designing and implementing community communications issued by the Division of Inclusive Excellence. This includes planning, researching, writing and editing content for news items, events, social media, websites, email campaigns, newsletters, student/faculty profiles, short video clips and other projects as assigned.
• Develops culturally sensitive marketing communications for external stakeholders as needed.
• Develops content for and maintains the web presence for the Committee on Elon History and Memory.
• Supports communications with advisory boards and other groups associated with the division.

Education and Experience
Bachelors degree or higher in communications or related field preferred. Minimum of three years of experience in communications or related occupation.

Does this position require driving for the university? No

Additional Information


To apply, visit https://elon.peopleadmin.com/postings/9282

Elon University is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to a diverse faculty, staff and student body and welcomes all applicants.

Elon University has built a national reputation as a premier student-centered arts and sciences university that values strong relationships between students and their faculty and staff mentors. Elon is ranked among the top-100 National Universities by U.S. News & World Report, with a No. 1 ranking for excellence in undergraduate teaching and No. 9 for innovation. Global engagement is central to Elons experience and the Institute of International Education has ranked the institution No. 1 in the nation for study abroad for 16 straight years.In addition, Elon is the only university in the nation ranked in the top-20 by U.S. News for excellence in all eight academic programs 'Focused on Student Success.' Elons more than 7,000 students prepare to become the resilient, ambitious and ethical leaders the world needs, putting their knowledge into action on campus, in the community and around the globe.







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About Elon University

Elon University has built a national reputation as a premier student-centered arts and sciences university that values strong relationships between students and their faculty and staff mentors. Elon is ranked among the top-100 National Universities by U.S. News & World Report, with a No. 1 ranking for excellence in undergraduate teaching and No. 9 for innovation. Global engagement is central to Elon’s experience and the Institute of International Education has ranked the institution No. 1 in the nation for study abroad for 16 straight years.In addition, Elon is the only university in the nation ranked in the top-20 by U.S. News for excellence in all eight academic programs “Focused on Student Success.” Elon’s more than 7,000 students prepare to become the resilient, ambitious and ethical leaders the world needs, putting their knowledge into action on campus, in the community and around the globe.

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