What are the responsibilities and job description for the Marketing Writer position at North Carolina State University?
Job Posting Information
Posting Number
PG193783SP
Internal Recruitment
No
Working Title
Marketing Writer
Anticipated Hiring Range
$52,000 - $56,000
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:00 am- 5:00 pm; and other hours needed to fulfill the duties of this position; Flexible work arrangements are available
Job Location
Raleigh, NC
Department
University Communications
About the Department
North Carolina State University was founded in 1887 with the purpose of creating economic, societal and intellectual prosperity for the people of North Carolina. Today NC State is the largest university in North Carolina, with more than 37,000 high-performing students, 9,000 preeminent faculty and staff and 260,000 alumni. NC State is a research-extensive university known for its leadership in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. We’re also at the forefront of teaching and research in agriculture, business, design, education, humanities and social sciences, natural resources, textiles and veterinary medicine. NC State is consistently named as one of the best values in higher education, and many of our programs are ranked at the top of their respective disciplines. We take a great deal of pride in our collaborative, supportive and collegial team culture. All staff are provided opportunities for training and professional development, with an eye to personalized career growth.
University Communications and Marketing is NC State’s dedicated communications agency. Our team provides leadership, strategy, services and support to advance the NC State brand and help the university achieve its core mission. We work to promote local, national and worldwide visibility for the university and its students, faculty and staff. The office is committed to informing the public and the university community about NC State’s innovative, diverse learning environment, its world-leading scholarship and research, and its unswerving dedication to improving lives by finding practical solutions to real-world problems.
The Office of Research and Innovation (ORI) is the lead administrator of the university’s research enterprise. ORI has developed a strategic research ecosystem that empowers NC State’s community to grow, discover and innovate while enriching the human experience and solving society’s most pressing problems. ORI supports, sparks and leads research innovation by operating key shared core facilities, providing seed grants and shaping the university’s research mission through strategic research areas
Essential Job Duties
As part of NC State’s marketing content team, the marketing writer will take a leadership and advocacy role in writing engaging and persuasive promotional copy and creating innovative, on-brand concepts and deliverables that help the university achieve its strategic goals. The position is based within University Communications and Marketing and shared with the Office of Research and Innovation. For both units, the writer develops, writes and produces content that includes web copy, advertising copy, long-form feature writing (including popular science writing) and more, with a focus on digital marketing. The writer serves on broader teams of designers, developers and other experts to guide the direction of marketing communications at NC State.
Other Responsibilities
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Experience/Education
Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Other Required Qualifications
- Strong interpersonal communication skills
- Considerable knowledge of English grammar, composition, and style; ability to proofread materials for accuracy and consistency
- A versatility and enthusiasm for adapting to new writing styles and writing for an array of age groups, constituencies and goals
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, complex, team-oriented environment
- Working knowledge of Mac OSX and Windows desktop environments
- Ability to work independently, to be creative and exercise initiative
- Unquestioned integrity in dealing with confidential information
- Open and accessible interpersonal style; good listener
Preferred Qualifications
- Work experience planning, writing and producing marketing content for large organizations
- Work experience in academic writing, science journalism or other fields that require the communication of complex ideas to a general audience
- Knowledge of AP Style
Required License or Certification
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required
No
Commercial Driver's License Required?
No
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date
01/11/2024
Earliest Close Date- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)
01/18/2024
Notice to Applicants
Please make sure that the work history you list on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, do not use the phrase “see resume.”
Special Instructions
Applicants are required to submit the following documents along with their online application:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Links to work samples (Other Documents 1)
- Contact information for three (3) professional references
- Short writing sample (optional)
Position Details
Position Number
00107888
Position Type
SHRA
Position Classification Band Title
Public Communication Specialist
Position Classification Band Level
Journey
Position Classification Salary Range
$31,200 - $83,965
Salary Grade Equivalency
GN10
Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.00
Appointment
12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Time Limited Position
No
Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)
Department Id
081001 - University Communications
AA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Salary : $31,200 - $83,965
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