PKY-Communications Specialist
Communications Specialist
PKY-Communications Specialist
Job no: 541423
Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Communications/Public Relations/Marketing, Education/Training/Instructional Design, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support
Department:18180300 - ED-STUDENT SERVICES
Classification Title:
Communications Specialist
Classification Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and one year of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Job Description:
Develop and manage P.K. Yonge digital and print communications:
Lead and manage P.K. Yonge information services:
Assist with communication and print materials for the school's capital campaigns:
Expected Salary:
$46,000
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and one year of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred:
Previous experience in communications; demonstrated knowledge of the strategic use of social media to promote and strengthen a brand; excellent interpersonal skills; strong written and verbal communication skills; project management experience; and proficient computer skills. Highly organized and self-directed, with strengths in prioritizing and completing tasks, and meeting deadlines consistently. Meticulous attention to detail and a strong aptitude for editing, proofreading, and ensuring accuracy and consistency across communications materials. A self-directed learner who independently accesses university resources and develops the knowledge needed to effectively manage and lead projects.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:No
Advertised: 21 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 04 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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Job no: 541423
Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Communications/Public Relations/Marketing, Education/Training/Instructional Design, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support
Department:18180300 - ED-STUDENT SERVICES
Classification Title:
Communications Specialist
Classification Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and one year of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Job Description:
Develop and manage P.K. Yonge digital and print communications:
- Create and consistently implement an editorial calendar to inform internal and external stakeholders
- Create and consistently publicize information about faculty research and research partnerships and outreach events
- Direct the preparation of yearly high-profile, official publications including the Florida Developmental Research School Annual Board of Governors' Report, P.K. Yonge Annual Report
- Direct the preparation of printed materials to ensure consistency of style, presentation, and adherence to brand guidelines
- Prepare submissions for College of Education Annual Report
- Primary liaison with College of Education News and Communications and Development Office
- Prepare written specifications for bids and negotiates and administers printing contracts
- Provide technical editing production advice in the preparation of administrative publications, school publications, and policy documents
- Responsible for alumni association and School Advisory Council communication
- Responsible for school communications during times of crisis, including weather and health-related emergency situations
Lead and manage P.K. Yonge information services:
- Direct the design, development, and maintenance of the school website (serving both local school population and professional/research/outreach population)
- Responsible for providing information, data, and timely reports/information to the school community, the public, the press, governmental agencies
- Prepare and distribute regular school community emails (students and families, alumni, professional)
- Provide monthly submissions to the College of Education EduGator newsletter
- Act as press officer in coordination with UF central communications and UF Emergency Management
- Direct/manage school's social media plan, adoption, and implementation
- Direct/manage the internal and external communications plan
- Draft communications for school director and principals
- Assist with preparation and distribution of regularly scheduled newsletters
- Collaborate with admissions staff to engage prospective students and families
Assist with communication and print materials for the school's capital campaigns:
- Consult, participate, assist in the institution's capital campaign activities
- Oversee production of capital campaign materials
- Participate on efforts to engage private support for the school's capital campaign under the direction of the school Director and College of Education's development officer
- May plan and direct programs to enhance public acceptance and participation in private support for the school/university.
Expected Salary:
$46,000
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and one year of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred:
Previous experience in communications; demonstrated knowledge of the strategic use of social media to promote and strengthen a brand; excellent interpersonal skills; strong written and verbal communication skills; project management experience; and proficient computer skills. Highly organized and self-directed, with strengths in prioritizing and completing tasks, and meeting deadlines consistently. Meticulous attention to detail and a strong aptitude for editing, proofreading, and ensuring accuracy and consistency across communications materials. A self-directed learner who independently accesses university resources and develops the knowledge needed to effectively manage and lead projects.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:No
Advertised: 21 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 04 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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