BOCES Valley Learning Center · 16 hours ago
Communications Writer
Rock Springs, WY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$53K/yr - $62K/yr
1+ years expWestern Wyoming Community College is one of America’s leading junior colleges, committed to an inclusive and growth-focused culture. The Communications Writer plays a vital role in enhancing the college's communications and marketing efforts by producing compelling written content that effectively promotes its programs, services, and achievements.
EducationHigher EducationPerforming Arts
Responsibilities
Writes, edits, and proofs high-quality content for internal and external audiences, including news stories, feature articles, blog posts, student and faculty spotlights, webpages, marketing collateral, advertising, talking points, and scripts
Develops compelling headlines, body copy and calls-to-action for a consistent editorial voice aligned with Western’s brand standards and value propositions
Writes and distributes news stories featuring academic programs, student achievements, faculty expertise, and community partnerships
Maintains the College’s editorial calendar, ensuring content is planned, scheduled, and delivered to support key initiatives, events, and enrollment cycles including college profile pages internally and externally
Supports the President’s Office by drafting written materials such as statements, remarks, message points, internal memos, and other communications as directed
Manages and cultivates good working relationships with media and Outreach Centers which result in appropriate media coverage of the College
Creates and manages content for the College blog, including sourcing submissions, editing drafts, and increasing readership and engagement
Supports the Public Information Officer in building and updating the Emergency Planning Manual and safety communications
Conducts interviews with students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community partners to gather quotes, stories, and human-interest narratives
Assists the Community Relations office with coordinating a variety of special promotional activities and college events
Keeps abreast of innovative and effective public information tactics implemented by other community colleges, google alerts, organizations and businesses and actively engages in professional development and educational activities designed to increase job knowledge and performance
Adheres to college marketing standards, policies and procedures
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required in English, Communication, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations or closely related field
One (1) year of professional writing experience preferably in marketing, journalism, higher education, or related communication fields
Demonstrated ability to write clearly and effectively for multiple audiences and formats, with strong editing and proofreading skills
Proficiency in AP Style and an understanding of storytelling techniques appropriate to higher education
Ability to efficiently use standard software for writing, editing, and digital content creation
Preferred
Master's in English, Communication, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations or closely related field
Public relations experience in a higher education setting
Photography experience
Familiarity with web content management systems
Previous experience at the community college level
Benefits
Employer paid contribution of 9.37% to your retirement plan with no waiting period.
We cover 82% of costs related to health, dental and life insurance.
Generous leave time to support your work/life balance with paid holidays, sick leave and vacation time, 3 personal days, and two weeks off over Christmas break!
FREE tuition for you, your spouse, and your dependents makes this dream a reality.
Access to amenities like our Children’s Center, Hay Library, aquatic center, fitness center, theatre and more.
Company
BOCES Valley Learning Center
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2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$3MKey Investors
US Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administation
2023-01-05Grant· $3M
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