Public Information Rep

University of New Mexico
Monthly: $3,657.33 - $4,901.87
life insurance, remote work
United States, New Mexico, Albuquerque
1 University Of New Mexico (Show on map)
Feb 21, 2025
Requisition ID req32412 Working Title Public Information Rep Position Grade 11 Position Summary The UNM Health Sciences Marketing and Communication team is looking for a dynamic, creative, and organized content creator. Selected candidate will primarily contribute strong storytelling through print and photos to the UNM Health Sciences Newsroom, which is our main hub for external communications to the public and news media. We're looking for someone who knows how to network to generate story ideas across our clinical, research, and academic mission areas. The selected applicant should be passionate about storytelling to spotlight the many ways the UNM Health Sciences Center adds value for our students, patients, learners, employees, and the communities we serve. This position is a great fit for a strong writer who has interest in health care and higher education topics! Some skill sets we're looking for include: * Demonstrated ability to generate story ideas, conduct interviews and write news-style articles on diverse subjects on tight deadlines. * Strong copy-editing skills. * Knowledge of journalism principles, especially with regard to accuracy, fairness, ethics, and balance. * Ability to adapt material to suit the needs of the target audience while maintaining a coherent and appropriate style and tone. * Working familiarity with the Associate Press Stylebook. * Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, students, community members, and a wide range of stakeholders. * A team player who thrives working in team settings and with others. Applicants should submit at minimum of two writing samples displaying proficient journalism. See the Position Description for additional information. Conditions of Employment Possession of a valid NM Driver's License may be a requirement for some positions in this classifciation. If this position is assigned to the Athletics Department, either administratively or functionally, compliance with all NCAA rules and regulations is required. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree; at least 6 months of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis. Preferred Qualifications * Bachelor's Degree preferably in Journalism, Communications, or a related field. * Proficient in videography, photography, non-linear video editing, and photo-editing. * Experience in health care and/or higher education communications. Additional Requirements Campus Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM Department HSC Communications (773A) Employment Type Staff Staff Type Regular - Full-Time Term End Date Status Exempt Pay Monthly: $3,657.33 - $4,901.87 Benefits Eligible This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information. ERB Statement As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid. Background Check Required Yes For Best Consideration Date 3/3/2025 Eligible for Remote Work Yes Eligible for Remote Work Statement This position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule Application Instructions Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Please upload a current resume/ UNMJobs application, cover letter and three professional references *Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular* or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.** The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.