Job Description

Job Summary:

The Office of Strategic Communication, UW-Madison's hub for storytelling, brand identity and support for key institutional initiatives, is looking for an experienced and talented writer to contribute across an array of short- and long-term projects.

The ideal candidate brings extensive experience, sharp prose and an independent mindset to their work and is comfortable juggling multiple types of assignments.

The work will include researching and writing speeches and talking points, distilling campus reports for internal and external communication, writing news stories, creating branded emails and formal correspondence from campus leaders, and overseeing other complex communications tasks as needed above the skill and sophistication of an entry-level hire.

The successful candidate will play an important role in identifying themes and advancing the story and reputation of the university. They must also be attentive to detail, efficient, and able to collaborate easily with a wide range of people, from senior leaders to students. This role reports to the Director of Executive Communications.

Responsibilities:

Develops and supervises the execution of communication programs and may supervise personnel and/or other resources in support of institutional or unit communication goals.

• 10% Manages the day-to-day operational unit plans to align with strategic initiatives and to meet established objectives
• 40% Plans, writes, and edits content for various internal and external stakeholders
• 5% Plans and directs unit programs and/or projects to ensure adherence to deadlines and budgets
• 5% Identifies, proposes, and implements new or revised unit operational policies and procedures
• 20% Develops, implements, and delivers communication materials through various mediums to designated audiences
• 20% Interviews and gathers information from subject matter experts and archival sources to produce high-quality written materials for internal and external audiences

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Education:

Required
Bachelor's Degree in journalism, strategic communications, marketing, English, or a related field.

Qualifications:

REQUIRED:
- 7+ years of experience specializing in executive communication or other written communication and/or marketing.
- Demonstrated ability to produce clear, well-written and accurate materials across a variety of channels

PREFERRED:
- Understand how to find, research and tell stories.
- Possess strong time-management and organizational skills, as well as the ability to handle multiple projects in a deadline-driven, highly detail-oriented environment.
- Embrace teamwork and possess the ability to work collaboratively to plan and execute projects.
- Demonstrate the ability to produce accurate, attention-grabbing content for an individual or brand. Experience writing first-person point-of-view materials for leadership. Must be comfortable with significant editing/rewriting of content that is produced.
- Demonstrate the ability to work independently on complex projects and manage shifting priorities.

We recognize that qualified applicants come from a variety of backgrounds, life experiences, and levels of educational access. We encourage you to apply even if you don't match all of the qualifications listed above.

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%

This is a hybrid position. Some on-site work may be required with flexibility to perform some work remotely.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $80,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced insurance plans, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. Learn more at . 

Additional Information:

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the first day of employment. University sponsorship of an employment visa is not available for this position.

How to Apply:

Click the 'Apply Now' button above to begin. After creating a UW Jobs profile, you will be asked to upload a cover letter, resume, and two (2) writing samples.

Your writing samples should include:
1) A speech that was delivered (and where possible, a link to video of the speaker giving the speech)
2) An example of a writing project
For each sample, include a description of the goal and the target audience.

Contact:

Kory Breuer
kory.breuer@wisc.edu
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title:

Communications Manager(CM003)

Department(s):

A02-GENERAL SERVICES/VC FOR UNIV RELATIONS/INST COMMS

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Renewable

Job Number:

308823-AS

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, click here

If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website:

Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

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About University of Wisconsin–Madison

Work with purpose, make an impact, and grow your career. The University of Wisconsin–Madison is committed to equity, inclusion and employee well-being as we proudly work to improve the lives of people in Wisconsin and beyond. Join a world-class educational and research institution, located in one of America's best places to live and work. The University of Wisconsin–Madison has been a catalyst for the extraordinary since its founding in 1848. As a public land-grant university and prolific research institution, our guiding principle is the Wisconsin Idea, a long-standing commitment to conducting outreach that contributes to a better future for our state, our nation, and the world. In a survey of working Americans conducted by Forbes, UW?Madison ranked among the top 100 America’s Best Large Employers in 2022. Our location in Madison, Wisconsin, is consistently rated one of the best places to live in the United States. A variety of independent rankings place Madison among the best U.S. cities for livability, work-life balance, fitness, opportunities for women, best places to raise children, and other measures. We were also named one of the Best Universities for Commuters in 2021 ... . More than 24,000 faculty and staff work at our schools, colleges, and administrative units. Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation at UW–Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinions enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

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