STATUS:  Accepting applications through the "Closing Date" listed herein.

POSITION OPENING:  Communications Officer   DEPARTMENT:  Advancement

DATE:  September 6, 2013                                 POSITION:   Full-time

FLSA STATUS:  (Exempt) Administrative             CLOSING DATE:   September 27, 2013

POSITION SUMMARY:  Supports strategic plans by actively contributing and subsequently creating materials that incorporate appropriate print and electronic media to meet communication/promotional goals. Creatively promotes the work of faculty, staff and students of the University through media outlets, social media, and digital media.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor’s degree required (Journalism or Communications major preferred)
• Minimum one (1) year experience required; three (3) years experience preferred
• Demonstrated expert user knowledge of Adobe Design Software Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, and accompanying hardware
• Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format
• Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Collects, proofs, and distributes news releases from internal sources that may interest potential donors, alumni and general public. 
• Supports strategic communications plans by contributing creative ideas that incorporate appropriate print and electronic media promoting the mission of the University.
• Maintains and develops the University’s social media platforms to meet objectives of the University.
• Takes digital photos for use on the University’s website and uses media tools to enhance photographs. 
• Manages content of, and oversees news websites. 
• Prepares engaging print and electronic materials for all associated media communications.
• Works closely with graphic designers, videographers, photographers, and web resources staff to integrate and graphics and video that enhance overall messaging of the University into various media.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:  Application material must include:

• Letter of application describing your relevant experience
• Current resume
• Contact information for three to five references
  

Send to:
   Wheeling Jesuit University
   Director of Human Resources       or         jobs@wju.edu
   316 Washington Avenue
   Wheeling WV 26003

AS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER, WE ENCOURAGE APPLICATIONS FROM QUALIFIED VIETNAM ERA VETERANS, DISABLED INDIVIDUALS, MINORITIES, AND WOMEN