Communications Specialist

**All applications to be considered must be submitted online at www.swic.edu/employment. Search Job ID: 4303

ANNOUNCEMENT: Southwestern Illinois College is accepting applications for the part-time SWIC Educational Employee position of Communications Specialist.

POSITION DESCRIPTION: In accordance with the Mission and Values of Southwestern Illinois College, this position is responsible for writing and disseminating information on the academic and service programs of Southwestern Illinois College. The individual must become familiar with virtually all operations of the college in order to assist in the public information and promotional efforts of the Public Information and Marketing department. The position requires the ability to use current software applications for desktop publishing, word processing, presentation development and web and social media projects. A cross-categorical knowledge of all areas is necessary to provide coverage in the absence of another specialist.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor's degree in journalism or communications and familiarity with current Associated Press Style Manual required.

2. A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in public relations or marketing communications or two (2) years’ experience in news writing, feature writing, Web content writing, or advertising copywriting required.

3. Experience with desktop publishing, word processing, presentation development and spreadsheet software applications such as Microsoft Office and Adobe suites required; and experience with Web content management system software preferred.

SALARY: $21.56 per hour, up to 28 hours per week.

BENEFITS & PERKS: Benefit availability and eligibility may vary from the summary listed below. Please visit www.swic.edu for more information.

• Retirement savings plan through State Universities Retirement System of Illinois and voluntary 403(b) and 457(b) savings plan
• Eligibility for medical coverage as outline in the Affordable Care Act
• Eligibility for paid leave including holidays and vacation
• Educational incentives including Reduced Tuition at Southwestern Illinois College and Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program, employee discounts, gym access, additional voluntary benefits and more!

WORK LOCATION: Assigned to the Belleville Campus with local travel required.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: See online job posting for close date.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

**All applications to be considered must be submitted online at www.swic.edu/employment. Search Job ID: 4303

Required application materials, such as resume, cover letter and references, should be attached to your application. Other required application materials i.e., unofficial transcripts, etc., should be attached after your application has been submitted (official college transcripts must be provided at the time of hire). Go to your My Job Applications page from the careers home page of your account.

Southwestern Illinois College

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Pay: $21.56 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 28.0 per week

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person