Senior Communication Specialist - Center for Health Promotion and Prevention Research
Certification/Skills:
- Superior written and verbal communication skills
- Proven feature writing, speech writing and news writing skills
- Knowledge of content management system skills preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Outlook
- Strong knowledge of AP Style
- Photography and video skills preferred
Preferred:
- Content management system skills preferred
- Knowledge in producing well-written, creative copy with a strong knowledge of AP style
- Demonstrates problem solving skills and works well in a team environment
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and social media outlets including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn
- Experience in public health or governmental communications preferred
- Experience with paid digital and search marketing preferred
Minimum Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications or allied field.
Minimum Experience:
- Five years of experience in public relations, communications, writing/editing or related field.
- Previous experience with graphic design strongly preferred.
Physical Requirements:Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.Security Sensitive:This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215
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University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth)
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UTHealth Benefits
UTHealth Houston offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. For more information on our benefits programs please refer to the UTHealth Houston Office of Benefits Website.
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UTHealth Houston is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth Houston policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.
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In addition, all UTHealth Houston employees who are assigned to work at a location that is subject to the affiliated partner’s hospital, clinical offices, or agency are required to abide by UTHealth’s Houston rules and regulations, as well as the affiliate’s rules and regulations, including COVID-19 vaccination and safety requirements.
Work location is based on the needs of the department and may be adjusted.
