Communication Jobs in Hawaii (NOW HIRING)

Description *** Applicants seeking short-term or part-time work with the University of Hawai'i may apply for Casual Hire positions, which include administrative, professional, and technical (APT) or instructional-type positions. Because of the temporary nature of these appointments, Casual Hire employees are not eligible for most benefits as provided to regular Board of Regents (BOR) and Civil Service employees (i.e. paid holidays/leave)

Casual Hire appointments may last for up to 89 days for full-time employees, and up to 1 calendar year for part-time employees. Title: (CASUAL) Publication and Communications Specialist Hiring Unit: Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy Position: ***Casual Hire*** Location: UH Hilo Date Posted: July 9, 2024 Closing Date: Continuous, first review date: 07/15/24 Salary: $1,600/month Full time/Part time: Part time Temporary/Permanent: Temporary Other Conditions: Casual Hire temporary appointment is expected begin July 2024, or soon thereafter.

Not to exceed 6 months Duties: Write and edit articles and does layout for DKICP communications. Collaborate with DKICP for student organization and alumni stories, with faculty for updates. Supervise printing and distribution, and posting on website.

Prepare/deliver information for release orally or in writing to the media and general public. Advises administration and faculty in College on media relations and serves as college liaison to UH Hilo's University Relations to assure that messages are consistent and work products are coordinated. Works closely with Dean and Executive team to develop strategies for disseminating information to public and private stakeholders.

Plan and develop promotional materials for Dean reports, messages, articles, web copy, etc. to achieve the College's goals. Develop public relations strategies and messages designed to advance the College's goals and improve its image.

Maintain and update digital database of photos and periodically communicate their location with others in the College. Chief editor of annual College magazine. Responsible for, with final authorization on: all news releases, stories and articles to media; publicity and promotion; special events; UH Hilo Today column; news conferences.

Develop and maintain contacts with media, community leaders, public relations personnel to advise Dean on opinions affecting College; spokesperson for all media inquiries to Dean's office. Identifies, solicits and prioritizes stories, photographs functions and events, creates layout, directs design. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: Possession of a baccalaureate degree in English/Journalism and 3 year(s) of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for English/Journalism; or equivalent education/training or experience. Considerable editorial background in news organizations as well as universities, including vetting and developing sources, as well as working with upper administration on end product. Demonstrated experience in project management working with internal and external teams on results-based materials.

Desirable Qualifications: Experience with digital media, experience with branding, familiarity with health care and education topics To Apply: Click on the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach the required documents. A complete application must include: (1) cover letter explaining how qualifications are met; (2) resume; (3) names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of at least three professional references; and (4) transcript(s) showing degrees and course work appropriate to the position (copies are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required prior to employment). Please do not include any self-identifying photos.

Please redact references to Social Security number and birthdates on transcript copies. All requested documents/information will become the property of the University. All minimum qualifications must be met by the hire date.

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Inquiries: Rae Matsumoto, rmatsumo@hawaii.edu Please refer to the Publication and Communication Specialist Casual Hire posting when making inquiries. EEO, Clery Act, ADA The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/ Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks

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Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link:https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/