Marketing and Communications Specialist

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Who We Are

Michigan Engineers are world-class educators, researchers, students and staff who strive to build a people-first future. As part of a top national public research institution, Michigan Engineering's mission is to provide scientific and technological leadership to the people of the world, develop intellectually curious and socially conscious minds, create collaborative solutions to societal problems, and promote an inclusive and innovative community of service for the common good.

Our vision, mission and values are supported by a people-first engineering framework that guides our work. As Michigan Engineers, we strive to apply excellent engineering fundamentals, integrated expertise and equity-centered values to reimagine what engineering can be, close critical gaps, and elevate all people. Information about our vision, mission and values can be found at: http://strategicvision.engin.umich.edu/.

The University of Michigan has a storied legacy of commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). Michigan Engineering models that commitment in our research, culture and collaborations. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of that commitment. Learn more about DEI at Michigan Engineering: https://www.engin.umich.edu/culture/diversity-equity-inclusion/

Why Work at Michigan?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

Generous time off

A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting

Many choices for comprehensive health insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability coverage

Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Maternity and Parental Leave

Responsibilities*

Communications

Develops, writes, and edits content for print and digital channels, including:

Multiple articles and news stories each week

Student-focused communications and newsletters

Departmental brochures and publications

Annual reports

Manages departmental social media channels, including:

LinkedIn

Twitter/X

Facebook

Instagram

Drafts, edits, and helps to maintain departmental website content.

Supports internal communications efforts and the maintenance of a department intranet as needed.

Supports outreach to alumni and other stakeholder groups as needed.

Marketing

Assists in the planning, coordination, and distribution of departmental marketing communications and materials.

Supports the implementation of marketing strategies and assists with measurement, research, and analyses.

Assesses effectiveness of ongoing communications tactics (social strategies, email campaigns) and makes adjustments as needed.

Departmental Obligations

Liaises with student groups to stay abreast of student-related news and to support ongoing student group efforts.

Attends departmental Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee meetings to represent the MarCom team.

Shares and supports departmental events as needed.

Represents the department in the U-M College of Engineering's community of communicators, as well as the university community.

Required Qualifications*

Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, journalism, a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

1-2 years of experience in Marketing and Communications.

Avid user of social media.

Familiar with email Marketing and social media management clients such as MailChimp,

Constant Contact, or Sprout

Excellent writing skills

Familiarity with AP Style guidelines

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively on a team and to exercise diplomacy in working with faculty, alumni, donors, and other professionals

Ability to manage competing deadlines

Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively through a variety of mediums

Experience with basic office and publishing tools such as Microsoft Office Suite, Photoshop, and InDesign

Desired Qualifications*

Experience in a higher education setting

Experience translating technical engineering concepts into broadly understood language

Work Schedule

This is a 32 hour per week position.

Work Locations

The Aerospace Engineering Department operates in a hybrid work environment consisting of both in-person and remote work. This position will be classified as a Mobile position within the Michigan Engineering STARR classification matrix which means working on campus 0-1 days per week. May require additional days on-site during peak periods as needed.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.