Job Summary:
University Health Services is seeking a motivated health communication strategist to join our Marketing & Health Communications team. If you are passionate about health topics that impact college students and enjoy creative problem-solving around effective messaging, this may be the position for you.
The Health Communication Strategist works collaboratively with health providers, practitioners, and communications colleagues to develop evidence-based health communication and marketing campaigns. This individual will work closely with the Prevention and Healthy Campus Initiatives team and campus partners to plan and execute messaging related to the prevention of high-risk drinking, sexual violence, and suicide. Work will also involve the coordination of UHS outreach efforts across UW-Madison.
Responsibilities:
Develops and drafts communication content and assists in the execution of the communications strategy in support of unit communication goals.
- 15% Monitors reach and effectiveness of communication campaigns, projects, and initiatives
- 20% Plans editorial content according to established goals and objects
- 15% Communicates with stakeholders to verify requests and identify editorial resources
- 30% Writes, edits, and publishes content for various communication projects and marketing platforms to align with strategic initiatives and established communication campaigns
- 20% Provides project management and execution of communications programs, initiatives, and tactical plans
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Education:
Required
Bachelor’s Degree
Preferably in communication, public health, journalism, marketing, health education, or related field.
Qualifications:
Required:
-Minimum of 1-year experience in writing, social media, communications, or producing content for promotional and informational purposes.
Preferred skills/knowledge:
– Strong sense of initiative
– Strong oral and written communication skills
– Well-organized with experience managing multiple priorities and deadlines
– Ability to discuss and communicate sensitive health topics
– Comfortable researching and interviewing students on sensitive health topics
– Ability to think creatively in identifying and solving problems
Work Type:
Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.
Appointment Type, Duration:
Ongoing/Renewable
Salary:
Minimum $50,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
Additional Information:
Successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, or a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.
The Division of Student Affairs at UW-Madison includes Recreational Sports, Student Life, University Health Services, and the Wisconsin Union. Together these units deliver quality services and programs that enhance the student experience, build a welcoming and engaging community and further student success.
A period of evaluation will be required and a criminal background check will be conducted prior to hiring.
How to Apply:
Please click on the “Apply Now” button to start the application process. You will be required to log in or create an account to continue. Please upload a cover letter and resume to apply. You will also be asked to provide the contact information for three professional references, one of which should be a current or former supervisor.
Contact:
Sara Carrillo
sara.carrillo@wisc.edu
608-890-2860
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Official Title:
Communications Specialist(CM004)
Department(s):
A57-UNIV HEALTH SERVICES/HEALTH COMMUNICATIONS
Employment Class:
Academic Staff-Renewable
Job Number:
276356-AS
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/
Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
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Applications Open: Apr 17 2023 Central Daylight Time
Applications Close: May 2 2023 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time