Communications Specialist
Communications Specialist
- 10002290
- Fairfax, VA
- Part-Time / Hourly Wage
- Opening on: Feb 20 2025
Department: Human Resources
Classification: GMU Worker
Job Category: Part-Time / Hourly Wage
Job Type: Part-Time
Work Schedule: Part-Time/up to 29 hours per week
Location: Fairfax, VA
Workplace Type: Hybrid Eligible
Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience
Criminal Background Check: Yes
About the Position:
This is an ideal role for a creative, detail-oriented individual looking to grow their experience in communications, graphic design, and social media management in a supportive, professional HR environment.
Responsibilities:
- Updates HR’s website regularly based on requests from the communications specialist or HR leadership;
- Manages the HR communications email inbox by addressing inquiries and forwarding complex issues to appropriate contacts;
- Plans and posts content on HR’s social media channels in alignment with communication strategies;
- Designs graphics and visuals, including logos and other elements, to support HR’s messaging;
- Writes, edits, and proofreads assigned documents, including memorandums, marketing materials, technical guides, and website copy; and
- Other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to meet deadlines in fast-paced settings;
- Experience with web content management systems such as WordPress or Drupal;
- Proficiency in graphic design tools such as Canva or Adobe Illustrator;
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks effectively, and adapt to shifting needs;
- Ability to handle confidential or highly sensitive information with discretion;
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; and
- Ability to collaborate across teams/departments and maintain effective working relationships.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Higher education, public workforce, or human resources experience;
- Working knowledge of web design and/or web accessibility; and
- Experience managing professional social media accounts, including LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter/X.
Instructions to Applicants:
For full consideration, applicants must apply for Communications Specialist at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Cover Letter/Letter of Intent with Resume for review.
Posting Open Date: February 20, 2025
For Full Consideration, Apply by: March 6, 2025
Open Until Filled: Yes
Mason Ad Statement
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