Temporary Marketing and Communication Specialist for Student Wellbeing

Posting Details

Posting Details

University Information

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity" institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

Department Wellness Services - 40212 External Link to Posting https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/40048 Vacancy Number TSP5690PST Working Title Temporary Marketing and Communication Specialist for Student Wellbeing Job Title Temp Position Type SHRA Temporary Job Category Communication & Media FLSA for Position Nonexempt Brief Summary of Work for this Position

The Marketing and Communication for Student Wellbeing reports to the Director of Student Wellbeing. The Marketing and Communication Specialist for Student Wellbeing is responsible for overall planning, development, implementation, assessment and coordination of all marketing/promotional materials for the department. This position is responsible for planning, designing, and supervising the department's website and all web-based projects including social media engagement to maximize effectiveness and desired outcomes.

Knowledge/Technical

• Develops, plans, designs, and updates the department's website.
• Oversees, grows, and improves presence and maximizes effectiveness of social media platforms, including tracking engagement. Monitors and responds to social media posts, as needed.

Consulting/Advising/Supervision

• Supervision responsibilities include recruiting, hiring, training, scheduling, and evaluating student marketing assistants, photographers, videographers, content creators, marketing interns, and/or practicum students and a Graduate Assistant, if applicable.
• Coordinates with key stakeholders for the development of the department's internal and external publications and promotional materials.
• Collaborates with other departments on programs and initiatives such as Healthy Hawks and Homecoming to provide marketing/promotion/design support and leadership as needed.
• Serves on department committees for special events and campaigns such as Rock the Rec, Dive-In Movie, Seahawk Plunge, and other departmental events.
• Serves as the communications liaison for the department.
• Performs other duties as assigned related to the organization's vision, mission, and values.

Project Management

• Evaluates, assesses, reviews, and manages all activities related to the production of marketing materials and promotional materials.
• Responsible for the technology needs and equipment orders for Marketing's photographers, videographers, and content creators.
• Oversight, management, and point of contact for various Marketing software used by the department.
• Coordinates submission of marketing materials to various media outlets across campus, including but not limited to newsletters, digital signage, and partnering offices and departments (Examples: Hawk E-News, Swoop, Student Affairs Newsletter, Transfer Newsletter, Housing & Residential Life, Campus Life, and CHHS)
• Responsible for managing the Marketing and Communications Budget

Organization

• Develops a comprehensive and integrated marketing plan for the entire Campus Recreation department which aligns with divisional and departmental goals.
• Manages Campus Recreation's participation in fairs, visitation days, orientations, and other requested events.
• Develops departmental brands and images, ensuring that a unified departmental identity is conveyed and consistent messaging across all marketing mediums. Ensures all communication adheres to the University brand identity and trademark standards.
• Attends and actively participates in staff meetings, in-service education sessions and other divisional or departmental meetings, and serves on university committees and boards as needed.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to position or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Experience in website management and digital marketing creation (web, e-mail, social, mobile, content marketing).
• Experience with project planning, time management, and resource allocation to meet the complex marketing needs of an organization.
• Graphic design and publication skill set, with experience in design software like: Adobe Creative Suite, primarily Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Premier Pro.

Required Certifications or Licensure Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The Office of Student Wellbeing (OSW) supports, promotes and creates evidence-based opportunities, programs, collaborations and resources that enable students to achieve a holistic sense of health and wellbeing. The office serves as a central resource for wellbeing and health education programs, services, and peer engagement. Professional staff and Peer Educators design and deliver campus-wide programs with a comprehensive wellbeing approach to substance use intervention, support and education, nutrition education, recovery, and overall wellbeing education.

College/School Information Work Hours 8:00am - 5:00pm Work Days Monday - Friday Hours Per Week Varies up to 20 hours per week Type of Position Anticipated Hiring Range $17.25 - $26.50/hr Special Instructions to Applicants

PLEASE NOTE: This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application.

Applications must be submitted via the online system.

Job Posting Date 07/14/2026 Job Closing Date 08/04/2026 EEO Statement

UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington 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.

Number of Openings Single Incumbent

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Optional Documents

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • How did you learn of this opportunity with UNCW? (2026)

• UNCW Website

• UNCW LinkedIn Page

• UNCW X Account (formerly Twitter)

• UNCW Employee Referral

• UNCW Instagram Account (UNCW_jobs)

• UNCW Job Alert

• Chronical of Higher Education

• Glassdoor

• Higher Ed Jobs

• Indeed

• Inside Higher Ed

• North Carolina Job Network

• Craigslist

• Career Events/Job Fairs

• Billboards/Marquee

• Other

• • If you selected "Other" to the question above, please explain how you found out about this opportunity. Enter N/A if not applicable.

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