SHIFT Communications & Program Coordinator, HEC II

Job Posting Title:

SHIFT Communications & Program Coordinator, HEC II

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Hiring Department:

UHS and CMHC

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

Purpose

The Communications and Program Coordinator reports to the Director of SHIFT and works as part of an interdisciplinary team. This position will work closely with the Director to expand media and marketing strategies to grow the branding and awareness of SHIFT; facilitate programs and initiatives that promote healthy, holistic, and mindful decision making; and collaborate with key stakeholders to maintain consistent messaging that aligns with best practices in health promotion and substance misuse prevention. Candidates should have a strong background in communications and health promotion, with a keen eye for innovative messaging aimed at shifting campus culture. The Communications and Programming Coordinator is part of a collaborative team that continues to innovate and expand program initiatives. This position will be responsible for some administrative work, including assistance with day-to-day operational needs and assessment of programming efforts related to SHIFT.

General Notes

SHIFT is an innovative program that aims to change the campus culture around substance use from one of misuse to one grounded in well-being (shift.utexas.edu). SHIFT oversees several programs and outreach efforts that engage the UT community in prevention and cultivating cultures of care. This position will help shape the voice of SHIFT and increase campus awareness and participation in this initiative.

The University of Texas at Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes but not limited to:

• 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage

• Retirement contributions

• Paid vacation and sick time

• Paid holidays

Please visit UT Austin's Human Resources (HR) website at https://hr.utexas.edu/prospective/benefits to learn more about the total benefits offered.

This position is full time, 40 hours a week; typical hours are Monday-Friday 8:00-5:00; however, there will be occasional night and weekend work. The position is non-permanent, with a three-year funding commitment established.  The position has potential for yearly renewal thereafter. 
 

To Apply:
All applications must be submitted through the University of Texas at Austin job site. Only complete applications, including a cover letter, resume, and three references, will be considered. The position is open until successfully filled.
 

Essential Functions

Communications

• Create, manage, and maintain central communications related to SHIFT in accordance with department and university branding guidelines.
• Build and execute a strategic communications plan to enhance SHIFT’s visibility, increase reach, and educate a wide variety of audiences in substance use safety and increasing student well-being.
• Oversee SHIFT social media accounts, including designing and creating both visual and written content to be shared; increasing engagement and interactions; and working with Director as needed to formulate quick responses.
• Curate and publish strategic outreach messages via various campus communication channels for SHIFT as an initiative, and its related programs, including contributing to university newsletters.
• Write and edit material about SHIFT for the SHIFT website.
• Create and update print and digital communication assets, including flyers, brochures, website content, partner communications, etc.
• Identify opportunities in the rapidly evolving area of communications for improving and enhancing the department's visibility and reach.
• Work with SHIFT team to help promote, execute, and enhance events, outreach and program development efforts, i.e. contributing to strategic outreach plans, tabling at events, attending events to represent SHIFT team.
• Representing department in various communications related meetings and committees on and off campus, including the Division of Student Affairs monthly communicators meeting.
• Utilize analytics reports to provide strategic direction and improvement of visibility and reach.
• Other essential communications as needed.

Programming & Project Management

• Work collaboratively with the SHIFT team and on and off campus partners to design and develop a technology and innovation pilot project to disseminate messages related to substance use