Communications Publications Writer-Editor (HEOa)

Job ID

28351

Location

Queensborough CC

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

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POSITION DETAILS

Queensborough Community College is accepting applications for the position of Communications Publications Writer-Editor in the Communications Department. The Communications Department in the Division of Strategic Initiatives and Advancement serves the campus community in developing strategies for content and messaging that amplify the College’s unique story and highlight our faculty, staff, students, and academic programs. The Department works closely with Institutional Advancement, Marketing, Strategic Initiatives and Digital Transformation, Information Technology, the Kupferberg Holocaust Center, Queensborough Performing Arts Center and QCC Art Gallery. Reporting to the Chief Content Officer and Director of Communications, the Communications Publications Writer-Editor must have strong writing skills, the ability to manage multiple projects on deadline, excellent editorial judgment, and solid proofreading skills. The successful candidate will:

• Write and proofread original content for multiple platforms.

• Adhere to journalism practices for research, fact-finding, verification, style, and storytelling.

• Assist in developing content that highlights the College’s commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging.

• Work with the Communications Director to understand and produce effective messaging elements for various mediums.

• Work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, demanding, and complex work environment.

• Research, identify, and recommend story ideas that amplify the College’s brand.

• Prepare and send emails for a variety of audiences utilizing Constant Contact and other mass communication tools.

• Provide communications support to staff within the Division of Strategic Initiatives and Advancement on high-level, campus-wide events.

• Work occasional nonstandard business hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed

CUNY is an equal opportunity employer, committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce and is dedicated to recruiting and retaining professionals who share the College’s commitment to equity. It welcomes nominations of, and applications from members of protected groups including minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, as well as others who would bring additional perspectives to the university’s mission. Candidates with demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusiveness through their research, teaching and/or service are also encouraged to apply. One of Queensborough Community College’s greatest strengths, and a necessary element of excellence, is the diversity of our community. We strive to attract and nurture a talented and diverse faculty and staff that proudly reflect the unique character of the local Queens community, the most diverse county in the United States.

*NOTE:This position is currently hybrid. The schedule is determined by the supervisor, based on departmental operational needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree and four years' related experience required.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience working in communications, journalism, or public relations or experience working in higher education.

• Strong research, writing, and communication skills.

• Experience with email marketing platforms (e.g., Constant Contact, Higher Logic, or Mailchimp).

• Familiarity with AP Writing Style

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills with the ability to manage diverse assignments while consistently meeting deadlines.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (e.g. 365, Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint, etc.) and knowledge of Social Media Platforms.

• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks, from creative process through production, within tight deadlines in a busy office environment.

• Demonstrated experience writing stories for the website, newsletters, or a communications campaign.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Writes and prepares written material on College issues and event and provides professional support to College communications programs.

• Researches and writes items in a variety of formats for publication in print, web sites, and presentations

• Participates in planning communications projects and contributes to decisions on content and style

• May assume editorial responsibility for communications projects; reviews and edits the work of others

• May coordinate production of written materials

• Adheres to journalistic standards for fact-finding, research, verification, and style

• Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Communications Publications Writer-Editor

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Assistant

FLSA

Non-exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

$ 52,267 - $62,411.

Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Health Plan Coverage for Employees Hired on or after October 1, 2022 City of New York employees and employees of Participating Employers and their eligible dependents hired on or after October 1, 2022 will only be eligible to enroll in the EmblemHealth HIP HMO Preferred Plan and must remain in the HIP HMO Preferred Plan for the first year (365 days) of employment.

After 365 days of employment, the employee will have the option of either remaining in the HIP HMO Preferred Plan or selecting a different health plan within 30 days before the end of the 365th day period.

If a new health plan is selected, the new plan will be effective on the 366th day.

Only after the 365th day can the employee participate in any Annual Fall Transfer Period. An employee who needs to request an exemption from the required enrollment in the HIP HMO Preferred Plan can do so by submitting a HIP HMO Opt-Out Request Form to EmblemHealth. An employee, or eligible dependent, must meet certain criteria and the request must be approved by EmblemHealth before the exemption is granted. The HIP HMO Opt-Out Request Form and HIP service area are available on the EmblemHealth website.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

Candidates must provide a resume and cover letter.

CLOSING DATE

Revised Closing Date

May 6, 2024.

Review of resumes to begin immediately.

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.