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Coordinator, Public Relations

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Alcorn State University

Location: Lorman, Mississippi
Category: Public Relations, Marketing and Communications
Application Deadline: Open until filled

Job Description

Job Title	Coordinator, Public Relations
FLSA Status	Exempt
Posted Salary Range	Commensurate with experience.
Employment Status	Full Time
Department	Marketing and Communications
Job Summary	The public relations coordinator supports the communications and media relations needs for academic units and provides multimedia content and planning within the Division of Marketing and Communications.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities	Ability to successfully pitch and place news stories and create engaging content across all media Proficient in and adaptable to new technology including production management and team collaboration software Mastery of AP style Ability to meet deadlines is required as is the ability to work in a rapid response, team environment Project management skills and ability to meet tight deadlines are a must Verbal communication skills; an open, collaborative approach; and ability to maintain confidentiality are necessary for success in this role Demonstrated experience in researching topics, interviewing and writing varied news and feature stories as well as pitching and placing news stories are essential A desire to develop professionally and keep abreast of developing trends in communications is required
Essential Job Functions	Advises and provides support on projects that are deemed shared priorities of the university and academic units that comprise the communications team Advise administrators, faculty and staff on effective communications and media relations Develop communications plans and creative briefs for major initiatives Work collaboratively with other units in the Marketing and Communications department on multi-media projects and initiatives Other related duties as assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications	Bachelor’s degree required. Minimum of three (3) years of experience related to the development and dissemination of informational material.
Licensing and Certifications	N/A

Physical Requirements

Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas
Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds	Occasionally
Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds	Occasionally
Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds
Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds
Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds
Travel	Occasionally
Extended Work Hours	Occasionally

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	S930
Number of Vacancies	1
Location	Lorman
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date	06/12/2023
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
EEO Statement	Alcorn State University Equal Employment Opportunity and Notice of Non-Discrimination Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
Advertising Summary	Excellent Benefits Package

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