Senior Media Relations Specialist

Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.

The Sr. Media Relations Specialist works with unit account managers to coordinate, edit and approve press releases and develop placement strategies in accordance with the university's mission and goals. Works with videographers, photographers, and others to augment the visual impact of a story.

• Writes press releases, edits others' content. Works with account managers and other colleagues on media placement strategies in accordance with division and university goals. Develops and maintains relationships with members of the news media, which includes Spanish language news media. Supervises members of the Media Relations team, including interns, in the development and drafting of press releases and other content.
• Develops and executes communications plans related to institutional priorities, supervising other members of the Media Relations team, including interns, and working with others throughout the university.
• Maintains frequent contact with academic and administrative offices throughout the university. Displays flexibility and sensitivity to establish and maintain necessary rapport with all levels of personnel and external constituencies.
• Handles confidential matters concerning the assigned unit, the untimely disclosure of which would be detrimental.
• Participates and contributes to the content and strategy of the university's emergency communication plan and may be expected to report to work after hours or when the university is closed.
• Works with the Marketing and News and Communications team on production of multimedia content.
• Leads the Media Relations team social media strategy, with the guidance of the Sr. Director for Media Relations, and coordinates messaging with digital and social media managers.
• Performs essential duties in any emergencies such as hurricanes, public health emergencies, and/or any other university emergency closing. The employee is expected to be available to report to work as needed during university emergency closing with appropriate notification of a department administrator.

Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience in Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.

• Position requires strong writing skills, attention to detail, the ability to work well under deadline pressure and knowledge of AP style.
• Spanish language skills (writing and editing)

Administrative

$60,000 - $65,000

Begin time: 8:30 AM
End time: 5:00 PM

Operating University Vehicles (all types)

Criminal Background Check
Driver's License Check

• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends and at locations outside of the University

Current Employee

As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Prospective Employee

If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

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Pay Transparency

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FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.