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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Dave<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">Hello SSBers,</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">Passing along this which was excerpted from the recent NRTC (National Research and Training Center on Blindness and Low Vision) at Mississippi State newsletter: (and please share out further-)</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black"> We are currently hiring a Communications Coordinator!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">Looking for a communications role where your work truly matters? Join the National Research and Training Center on Blindness and Low Vision (NRTC) at Mississippi State University as our Communications
Coordinator and help promote innovative research, training, and products that support individuals who are blind or have low vision across the country. The position's primary purpose is to manage and coordinate NRTC communications and marketing efforts, including
promoting center activities, research results, products, training, and technical assistance opportunities to a national audience. The following duties will be completed in collaboration with a communications specialist and other NRTC team members.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">Essential Duties and Responsibilities </span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:11.0pt">Create quarterly newsletters and monthly newsletter briefs, which include soliciting story ideas, developing the items, and disseminating the final products via an email marketing platform. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">
<span style="font-size:11.0pt">Prepare center products for public dissemination, which involves editing, formatting, adding graphics as needed, and completing accessibility checks. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">
<span style="font-size:11.0pt">Manage strategic dissemination of NRTC products and activities through social media, listservs, an email marketing platform, and other outlets, including developing relationships with representatives of external organizations.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">
<span style="font-size:11.0pt">Manage social media accounts, including supervising the communication specialist responsible for daily posting and assisting with writing content, creating graphics, taking pictures, and connecting with followers. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">
<span style="font-size:11.0pt">Design, order, and distribute promotional products for the NRTC, including brochures, flyers, videos, business cards, and other requested items. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">
<span style="font-size:11.0pt">Design and maintain templates and style guidelines for newsletters, social media, presentations, and promotional materials. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">
<span style="font-size:11.0pt">Provide leadership and support for various events, including virtual webinars, live presentations, exhibit booths, outreach events, and conferences, which may include serving as a representative for the NRTC at these events.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">
<span style="font-size:11.0pt">Maintain a shared content calendar to coordinate newsletters, social media, website updates, and event promotions.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">
<span style="font-size:11.0pt">Document all NRTC activities and products to facilitate reporting to funding agencies, including gathering information needed for quarterly and annual reports.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">
<span style="font-size:11.0pt">Edit and create videos.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">
<span style="font-size:11.0pt">Maintain a relationship with the MSU Office of Public Affairs and College of Education to adhere to branding standards, communicate relevant news items, and promote staff work.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">
<span style="font-size:11.0pt">Manage four NRTC websites, with the assistance of the communications specialist and ITS, including utilizing Google Analytics GA4 to track website usage and make recommendations accordingly.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">
<span style="font-size:11.0pt">Prepare courses to be posted online, post courses, and provide assistance to course users as needed. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">
<span style="font-size:11.0pt">Provide supervision and guidance to the communications specialist.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">
<span style="font-size:11.0pt">Perform related duties as assigned. <o:p></o:p></span></li></ol>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">The essential duties are representative of major duties in this position. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based on departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above,
consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job. Not all of the duties may be assigned to a position.</span></i><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">Minimum Required Education and Experience</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black"><br>
Education— Bachelor's degree in Communication, Marketing, Journalism, English, or related field<br>
Experience (yrs.)— Two years, directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">Substitution allowed:</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black"> None<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">Preferred Qualifications:</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black"> Master's degree in Communication, Marketing, Journalism, English, or a related field.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: </span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:11.0pt">Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2">
<span style="font-size:11.0pt">Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2">
<span style="font-size:11.0pt">Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2">
<span style="font-size:11.0pt">Excellent attention to detail.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2">
<span style="font-size:11.0pt">Ability to appropriately edit the content, structure, and format of a range of written material.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2">
<span style="font-size:11.0pt">Skill in using Adobe Premiere Pro, Canva, and Microsoft Office.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2">
<span style="font-size:11.0pt">Ability to develop clear, concise summaries of products and publications for website posting.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2">
<span style="font-size:11.0pt">Ability to plan and coordinate projects and events. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2">
<span style="font-size:11.0pt">Knowledge of media production and publishing principles and processes.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2">
<span style="font-size:11.0pt">Knowledge of communication principles, media, and public relations techniques.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">Physical Requirements:
</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black"> No unusual physical requirements. Requires no heavy lifting, and nearly all work is performed in<br>
a comfortable indoor facility.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">Routine deadlines; usually sufficient lead time; variance in work volume seasonal and predictable; priorities can be anticipated; some interruptions are present; involves occasional exposure to
demands and pressures from persons other than the immediate supervisor.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">The job frequently requires sitting, talking, hearing, and handling objects with the hands.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">Instructions for applying:</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black"> Please apply for the position directly to the NRTC and through Mississippi State University’s job website. First,
email your letter of application, resume or curriculum vitae, and names and contact information for at least three references to
</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:#7A1E30"><a href="mailto:nrtcjobs@colled.msstate.edu" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#7A1E30">nrtcjobs@colled.msstate.edu</span></a></span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">. Additionally,
apply through the </span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:#7A1E30"><a href="https://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#7A1E30">university's job website,</span></a></span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black"> PARF
Number 510233 (job title – Communications Coordinator). For more information about our center, view the
</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:#7A1E30"><a href="https://blind.msstate.edu/"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#7A1E30">NRTC website.</span></a></span><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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