EDIT/MEDIA SPEC I DESIGN
- Rutgers University
- Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey
- Category: Admin-Other Administrative Positions
- Posting Date: 03/28/2023
- Application Deadline: Open until filled
Job Description
Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title | EDIT/MEDIA SPEC I DESIGN |
|---|---|
| Job Category | Staff & Executive |
| Department | Sch of Law-Cmd, Dean's Office |
| Overview | Ranked #61 in U.S. News & World Report’s list of Best Public Colleges and Universities, Rutgers University–Camden is a diverse, research-intensive campus of approximately 6,100 students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels and 1,100 faculty and staff members. Located in Camden, N.J., directly across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, the university is uniquely situated to serve the local community while achieving global reach. A U.S. Department of Education-designated Minority Serving Institution, the university thrives due to a supportive culture that helps students achieve their goals and fosters collaboration among employees. Rutgers–Camden is recognized as a national model for civically engaged urban universities and was selected by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for a Community Engagement classification. Washington Monthly magazine has ranked Rutgers University–Camden among its “Best Bang for the Buck” universities and best national research universities. Recently, Rutgers–Camden earned Carnegie classification as an R2 research university due to a high volume of internationally recognized research, creative output, and scholarly activity. Two schools, each with distinctive strengths, have come together to create one law school with extraordinary opportunities for learning experiences and career growth. Rutgers Law School—with locations in Camden and Newark—offers a world-class faculty; a curriculum of exceptional breadth and depth in theory, practice, and interdisciplinary studies; a geographic presence that spans one of the nation’s 10 largest legal markets (New Jersey) while also offering immediate access to two of the five largest markets (New York City and Philadelphia); an alumni network with over 20,000 members; and a strong tradition of diversity and social impact. As the law school for a top public university, Rutgers Law School is committed to the highest standards of teaching, scholarship, and service to its host communities, the state of New Jersey, and the nation. |
| Posting Summary | Rutgers Law School EDIT/MEDIA SPEC I DESIGN reports to the Director of Marketing & Communications of Rutgers Law School (Newark and Camden). Responsibilities include sourcing and producing a variety of compelling content for Rutgers Law School’s media platforms, identifying and developing new communications technologies and platforms, and managing multi-platform content and the Department’s editorial calendar. This individual will play a key role in amplifying the Rutgers Law School brand and building pride among students and alumni through strategic storytelling across multiple channels and audiences. The EDIT/MEDIA SPEC I DESIGN will lead proactive and reactive media relations across CMD and NWK campuses by: • Tracking, monitoring, and measuring media coverage • Developing and updating media, scholarly, and other related contact lists • Leading event publicity (including website calendar) • Drafting media advisories • Securing op-eds and promoting thought leadership content • Proactively pitching faculty experts and law school stories aligned to strategic messaging and priorities As lead content producer for owned digital channels, the EDIT/MEDIA SPEC I DESIGN will: • Align content strategy and editorial calendar • Produce content optimized for targeted audiences on various platforms • Source and edit content using Rutgers style guidelines • Track and report content engagement data |
| Position Status | Full Time |
| Hours Per Week | |
| Daily Work Shift | |
| Work Arrangement | Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2023. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu . |
| FLSA | Exempt |
| Grade | 05 |
| Position Salary | Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, within university policy and salary schedules, as well as departmental budgets. |
| Annual Minimum Salary | 58867.000 |
| Annual Mid Range Salary | 73298.000 |
| Annual Maximum Salary | 87729.000 |
| Standard Hours | 37.50 |
| Union Description | URA-AFT Administrative |
| Payroll Designation | PeopleSoft |
| Benefits | Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview . Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance. |
| Seniority Unit | |
| Terms of Appointment | Staff - 12 month |
| Position Pension Eligibility | ABP |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience | Requires a bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications, marketing, journalism, or related field, or the equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Requires two years of relevant experience with demonstrated media relations experience. |
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| Certifications/Licenses | |
| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities | Proofreading and overall communication skills required, specifically in relation to content. Ability to think broadly and conceptually and formulate creative solutions to communication problems. Excellent writing skills preferred with ability to provide writing samples upon request. Video and/or photo production experience required; Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite, SEO practices and content management systems; Familiarity with Drupal and website maintenance Position may be required to work evenings and weekends upon occasion. |
| Preferred Qualifications | |
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Posting Details
| Posting Number | 23ST0817 |
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| Posting Open Date | 03/27/2023 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | |
| Regional Campus | Rutgers University-Camden |
| Home Location Campus | Rutgers University-Camden |
| City | Camden |
| State | NJ |
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Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 60.1.35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees , Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated and have received a booster (where eligible) against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Employees who are not eligible for a booster at the time of an offer of employment must provide proof they have received a booster upon eligibility and upload proof of same. Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
