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Position Title Communications Specialist, Donor Relations and Communications Advertised Title Communications Specialist, Donor Relations and Communications Location Troy, NY Campus Search Number S19-00937 Full Time/Part Time Full Time Portfolio Division of Institute Advancement Business Unit Advancement Strategies, Services & Infrastructure Job Summary

The incumbent drafts, edits, and proof reads internal and external messaging and content for electronic and print distribution, including the Division of Advancement websites, social media, emails, and print publications. http://rpijobs.rpi.edu/postings/7969

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in a related field plus a minimum of 2-3 years of related writing experience in a development or marketing environment.

Demonstrated experience in crafting presentations and remarks for senior-level executives and/or leadership

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred:
Technical/scientific writing experience
Experience in writing for social media and web
Experience in graphic design

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

•Demonstrated ability to craft and proofread a variety of internal and external communications, including acknowledgement letters, marketing collateral, and social media and web content
•Attention to detail, and excellent written and oral communications.
•Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
•Proficient in the use of content management software (CMS), customer relationship management (CRM) technology and other relevant systems and software (e.g. Smartsheet, WordPress, iModules, etc.)
•Ability to prioritize and work in a fast-paced environment.
•Ability to apply project management skills and collaborate with a variety of different internal and external stakeholders.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Job Posted Date In order to receive full consideration you must apply by Job Close Date New/Replacement Position Replacement Other Position Requirements

Work in an office environment. Limited travel.

Additional Information

The Communications Specialist reports to the Director, Donor Relations and Communications and works with members of the Division of Advancement team, as well as representatives from the wider campus and high-level donor communities in supporting the alignment, development and implementation of successful internal and external communications across the Division of Advancement The Specialist plays a key role in directing, developing, planning and executing these communications through drafting, editing and proofing internal and external messaging and content for electronic and print distribution, including the Division of Institute Advancement websites, social media, emails, and print publications.

Instructions for Applying Quicklink http://rpijobs.rpi.edu/postings/7969 Applicant Documents Required Documents

1. Resume/C.V.
2. Cover Letter
3. Contact Information for Three (3) or more references

Optional Documents

Posting Specific Questions

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1. * Are you currently employed at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute?
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