Job Title: Communications Coordinator
Unit: Prevention Research Center for Rural Health
Department: Community & Behavioral Health, College of Public Health
Position Summary
The Communications Coordinator will play a key role in supporting the Prevention
Research Center for Rural Health’s communication efforts. This position will assist with
website updates and maintenance, development of newsletters and annual reports, and
weekly LinkedIn postings. The Coordinator will work closely with the Communication Lead
and contribute to broader Center activities and research initiatives as needed. This role
requires a creative and detail-oriented individual with strong communication and design
skills, and a commitment to accessibility and community engagement.
Key Areas of Responsibilities and Specific Job Tasks
1) Digital Communications and Website Management
• Maintain and update the Center’s website using Drupal, ensuring content is
accurate and accessible.
• Incorporate alternative text (alt text) and other accessibility features for all images
and visual media.
• Collaborate with the Communication Lead to enhance website design, layout and
user experience.
2) Social Media and Outreach
• Create and schedule weekly LinkedIn posts to highlight Center activities, research
findings, and community partnerships.
• Trace and analyze engagement metrics to inform content strategy and improve
outreach.
• Ensure all social media content meets accessibility standards and reflects the
Center’s mission and values.
3) Publications and Reporting
• Assist in the development, writing, editing, and design of newsletters, annual
reports, and other communication materials.
• Ensure consistency in branding and messaging across all materials.
• Support the dissemination of research findings and program updates to partners
and the public.
4) Research and Community Engagement Support
• Provide communications support for research projects, including the creation of
promotional materials and participant outreach strategies.
• Attend and document community events, including taking photos, videos and live
posting when appropriate (desired).
• Assist in developing culturally and contextually appropriate materials for rural and
micropolitan audiences.
Required Qualifications
List the minimum qualifications, including education, experience, and specific skills
required for the role.
• Bachelor's degree in communications, public health, marketing or related field with
relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience in graphic design skills, copyrighting, social media
marketing, website creation and maintenance, and health communication.
• Ability to create and publish accessible content across digital platforms, including
alt text for images and accessible formatting for documents (e.g., reports, PDFs,
and presentations).
• Proficiency in Drupal and Dispatch software.
Desirable Qualifications
List any qualifications that are preferred but not required.
• Master’s degree in related field.
• Experience with photography and visual storytelling.
• Ability to attend in-person meetings and community events
• Familiarity with rural and/or micropolitan communities and experience working in
these settings.
Compensation
• Hourly Rate: $27
• Hours: 10
• Appointment Type: Temporary/Hourly