Communications Specialist (Environmental Health and Engineering)

About the job

We are seeking a *Communications Specialist *who will contribute to the integrated and comprehensive approach to brand building and provides communications support for a department, center, or program. Will write and produce printed and digital communications material. The Communications Specialist is responsible for the communication and marketing of events and partners with internal and/or external stakeholders to ensure engagement with the appropriate audience while maximizing visibility and recognition.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary writer and editor for printed materials related to the area, events, and activities.
• Perform a variety of research, writing, and digital production for communications vehicles.
• Write new material or contribute to a variety of communication media, e.g., website, proposals, summary reports, fact sheets, newsletters, marketing materials, correspondence, brochures.
• Conduct interviews and/or collect information to develop content for communication materials.
• Select visual assets to accompany written work.
• Coordinate, oversee, schedule, and make appropriate arrangements for production and distribution of communications materials.
• Serve as primary contact with vendors.
• Participate and contribute to planning and identifying content, theme, message, and tone.
• Implement project strategies and work plans developed by project leadership and support team in communicating, coordinating, completing, and disseminating project deliverables and tracking metrics.
• May manage and maintain social media accounts, newsletters, and/or website content.
• Support the planning and execution of webinars and other internal or external events.
• Develop internal and external communication materials for project promotion.
• Participate in high-level project team meetings and conference calls.
• Support the development of proposals or other documentation for new or continued funding as needed.
• Communicate challenges, requirements, and deadlines to team and ensure project timelines and deliverables are met.
• Other duties as assigned.

In Addition to the Duties Listed Above

• The Communications Specialist will provide photography and videography support for departmental events, stories, websites, social media, and other communications needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• Two years of related experience.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/ graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of professional writing and editing experience, preferably in higher education, science communications, journalism, or a related field
• Two years of experience managing social media channels for an organization, including developing content, maintaining an editorial calendar, and monitoring performance.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex or technical information into clear, engaging content for varied audiences.
• Experience interviewing faculty, researchers, students, alumni, or other subject-matter experts.
• Familiarity with content management systems, email marketing platforms, and social media analytics tools.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.
• Experience collaborating with designers, photographers, videographers, or other creative partners.
• Familiarity with AP style and best practices for accessible and inclusive communications.

Technical Qualifications or Specialized Certifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency

• Copywriting - Developing
• Digital Communications - Developing
• Project Coordination - Intermediate
• Writing - Intermediate

The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.

Classified Title: Communications Specialist Role/Level/Range: ATP/03/PB Starting Salary Range: $47,355 - $82,820 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: Monday to Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm FLSA Status: Exempt Location: Hybrid/School of Public Health Department name: Environmental Health and Engineering Personnel area: School of Public Health