Communications Coordinator III

Part of the ByWater Institute, whose mission is to catalyze thriving climate and water futures through transdisciplinary and collaborative scholarship.

About the role

Under direction of the leadership team and in coordination with the Science Communication Coordinator, the Communications Assistant will maintain the ByWater Institute’s social-media presence, including posting approved media and engaging with Institute audiences on LinkedIn, Instagram, and other platforms.

Responsibilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work assignments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), mass-communications platforms, and social-media platforms

Requirements

• High-school diploma
• One year of work experience in any field

Special requirements

Incumbents who have contact or exposure to animals or animal tissues must:

• Complete and pass the required occupational-health screening referenced in the University’s Animal Handler Health Surveillance Program on an annual basis
• Pass a background check and an occupational-health screening as a condition of employment; a drug screening will also be required

Preferred qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to engage social-media audiences
• Knowledge of relevant environmental issues such as climate adaptation, water quality, water quantity, and transport