Position Details
Position Information
| Requisition Number |
S4582P |
| Home Org Name |
SA Communications |
| Division Name |
Student Affairs |
| Position Title |
Communications and Marketing Specialist |
| Job Class Code |
OC22A,B,C |
| Appointment Status |
Full-time |
| Part-time FTE |
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| Limited Term |
No |
| Limited Term Length |
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| Job Summary |
Student Affairs at Auburn University is excited to begin the search for a Communications and Marketing Specialist! This individual creates communications, marketing and promotional material delivered through various mediums in a college, school, or department. |
| Essential Functions |
- Develops marketing and communication plans to promote the vision, mission, goals and achievements of a school, college, department, alumni or University program directly engaged in instruction, research or outreach.
- Researches, designs and composes content for dissemination through a variety of mediums, such as internal or external publications, brochures, posters, newsletters, websites, presentations, development/fundraising materials, press packages, or broadcast media.
- Coordinates the production of materials to include content/style editing, designing, printing, photography and/or copywriting.
- Coordinates marketing and communication calendars, production schedules and deadlines, including coordination of work carried out by external vendors.
- Submits material to journals, associations or other external media, either proactively or in response to requests.
- Evaluates effectiveness of communications, public relations, and/or marketing programs.
- Prepares press releases and participates in public relations activities, in conjunction with University staff.
- Plans and organizes special events and meetings, as well as participation at conferences or trade shows.
- May maintain files, databases and electronic records of materials.
- May develop and manage a unit budget as well as assist with preparation of contract or grant proposals.
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| Why Work at Auburn? |
Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
We're Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle! |
Minimum Qualifications
| Minimum Qualifications |
Degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing or related field
Level I -
Level II -
- Bachelor's degree + 2 years of experience OR
- Master's degree
Level III -
- Bachelor's degree + 4 years of experience OR
- Master's degree + 2 years of experience
Scope of Experience: Experience in marketing and communications services to include print journalism |
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
| Minimum Skills and Abilities |
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| Minimum Technology Skills |
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| Minimum License and Certifications |
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Posting Detail Information
| Salary Range |
$43,190 - $84,100 |
| Job Category |
Communications/Public Relations/Marketing |
| Working Hours if Non-Traditional |
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| City position is located in: |
Auburn |
| State position is located: |
AL |
| List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position |
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| Posting Date |
07/11/2025 |
| Closing Date |
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| Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement |
It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit their
website to learn more. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Quick Link for Internal Postings |
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/54351 |
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Auburn
$43,190 - $84,100
Jul 12, 2025