Media and Communications Specialist

Jackson State University

Jackson, MS

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Communication Skills, Conferences, Construction, Construction Management, Content Development, Content Management Systems (CMS), Customer Support/Service, Employee Retention, English Language, Establish Priorities, Facilities Management, Graphic Design, High School Diploma, Journalism, Multitasking, Newsletter, Online Marketing, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project/Program Management, Proofreading, Proposal Development, Publications, Reporting Skills, Safety Alerts, Statistics, Time Management, Website Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Jackson, MS
POSTED
30+ days ago

Media and Communications Specialist

Location

JSU Main Campus, MS

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202400324

College/Division

Facilities and Construction Management

Opening Date

04/09/2026

  • Description
  • Benefits
  • Questions

Description

The Department of Facilities and Construction Management is accepting applications for its Media and Communications Specialist position.

Examples of Duties

  • Develop and manage department websites, while ensuring content complies with University Communications and JSU brand guidelines.

  • Develop content, design, and distribute quarterly newsletters to include construction alerts, campus safety alerts, achievements, and other items.

  • Collaborate with department administrators to develop informational publications and training materials.

  • Assist with annual events and develop proposals for new events and recognition awards.

  • Collect statistics on customer service satisfaction, employee retention, operational performance and prepare related reports.

  • Develop and facilitate training workshops, meetings, and conferences for inter and intra departmental staff.

  • Provide general office and administrative support.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in english, journalism, digital marketing, graphic design or related field.

  • Experience using content management systems preferred.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • Strong proofreading and letter composition skills must be demonstrated.

  • High level of computer skills with expertise in MS Office Suite and Adobe Creative Software. Ability to work well under pressure, prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

  • Ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Part-time employees who work 20 hours or more per week are eligible for the complete benefits package.

To learn more details, visit our benefits page.

01

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

  • High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
  • Associate degree
  • Bachelors degree
  • Masters degree
  • Specialist degree
  • Ph.D
  • G.E.D.
  • Juris Doctorate

02

Can you, if hired, provide proof of education?

  • Yes
  • No

03

Will you now or in the future require sponsorship to work in the United States?

  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Employer Jackson State University (MS)

Address 1400 John R. Lynch Street

P.O. Box 17028

Jackson, Mississippi, 39217

Phone (601) 979-2015

Website https://www.jsums.edu/humanresources/

About the Company

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Jackson State University