Position Details
Position Information
| Internal Posting? | |
|---|---|
| Posting Number | SP005104P |
| Position Title | Communications Strategist I, IWRRI |
| Division/College | College of Agricultural & Life Sciences |
| Department | IWRRI |
| Location | Moscow |
| Posting Context Statement | The Idaho Water Resources Research Institute (IWRRI) seeks a Communications Strategist I to lead implementation of its communications plan, coordinate with web teams, manage newsletter content and submissions, and support efforts to elevate water research across Idaho while engaging volunteers and stakeholders in IWRRI activities.This interdisciplinary role requires familiarity with IWRRI’s mission and demonstrated experience communicating water-related topics. Key duties include managing newsletter and web content, supporting science communication, coordinating with stakeholders, and promoting IWRRI programs statewide. |
| Position Overview | The position ensures effective internal and external communication, branding and messaging by leading and collaborating on communication efforts within the unit and across campus. This position advances the reputation of the University of Idaho and assigned unit(s) through purposeful and creative messaging that is tied to strategic initiatives and builds campus wide and public understanding and support for the teaching and research mission of the unit(s) specifically, as well as the University of Idaho in general. The position will work in a collaborative environment with team members and University Communications and Marketing to create impactful communications.Duties may include:Write and edit a variety of content in digital and print formatsMaintain the project or effort website, social media presence and online communications; collaborate on data collection for a variety of reportsMay assist with day-to-day office operationsProvide consultation and writing support to department leadershipOther duties as assigned |
| Unit URL | Idaho Water Resources Research Institute (IWRRI) |
Position Qualifications
| Required Experience | One year of communications, marketing, graphic design, journalism, or public relations experienceEditing and writing business correspondence using proper grammar and punctuation as demonstrated in application materialsWorking in customer service-oriented team environment to accomplish shared goalsHandling a variety of projects simultaneously that requires attention to details |
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| Required Education | Associate’s Degree in Communications, Journalism or Public Relations; two additional years of experience (for a total of three years) may substitute for a Associate’s Degree |
| Required Other | None |
| Additional Preferred | Ability to collaborate and exhibit interpersonal and communication skills with internal and external constituentsExperience working in higher educationAbility to translate technical or specialized information for public use and understandingEvent planning and coordination experienceWeb and design knowledgeExperience using send grid, multi-faceted communications platforms |
| Physical Requirements & Working Conditions | None |
| Degree Requirement | Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire |
Posting Information
| FLSA Status | Non-Exempt |
|---|---|
| Employee Category | Classified |
| Pay Range | $24.04 per hour or higher depending on experience |
| Type of Appointment | Fiscal Year |
| FTE | .6 |
| Full Time/Part Time | Part Time |
| Funding | This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding. |
| A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. | No |
| Posting Date | 12/03/2025 |
| Closing Date | 12/10/2025 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | In addition to your resume and cover letter, a communication product you created is required. Please upload under “Other Document 1.” Please provide information on how you adapted the product for the intended audience. |
| Applicant Resources | https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources |
| Background Check Statement | Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check. |
| EEO Statement | The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. |
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Other Document 1
Optional Documents
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Academic Careers
- Association of Public and Land Grant Universities (APLU)
- Chronicle
- HigherEd/Academic Impressions
- Higher Ed Jobs
- Idaho Department of Labor/Job Service including Job Central or Idaho Works (Idahoworks.gov)
- Indeed.com
- Inside Higher Ed
- Newspaper
- Other Venue
- Professional Listservs (Ex: NACUBO, AAAE, ISMC, etc.)
- University of Idaho Website
- University of Idaho Daily Register
- University of Idaho Employee
- Word of Mouth
- Militaryjob.com
- DSPSjobs.com
- Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
- * Were you referred to this employment opportunity by a current University of Idaho employee? If so, please provide their name and department.(Open Ended Question)
