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Position Information
Job Title
Public Communications Specialist III

Position Number
500639

Vacancy Open to
All Candidates

Department
CHH News and Communications

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Advertising Department
NEWS AND COMMUNICATIONS

Division
Chancellor

Classification Title
Specialist

Working Title
Public Communications Specialist III

Number of Vacancies
1

Full Time Equivalent (FTE)
1.0

Full Time or Part Time
Full Time

Anticipated Recruitment Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.
$63,233 - $71,960

Position Location (City)
Greenville

Position Type
Non-Faculty

Job Category
Non-Faculty Professional

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East Carolina University (ECU) is consistently ranked among the nation's top public universities for its commitment to research, innovation, social mobility, and public service. Classified as a R1 institution by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education, ECU is among the top 5% of research universities in the United States, an elite designation reflecting the highest levels of research activity, funding, and doctoral output.

Founded in 1907, ECU is a public, four-year university located in Greenville, N.C., which and is widely regarded as the cultural, educational, economic, and medical hub of eastern North Carolina. Through education, research, healthcare, community engagement, athletics, cultural enrichment, and service, ECU enhances the quality of life for its students, the state and communities around the world. It is a great place to work, teach, and learn.

ECU's commitment to impactful scholarship is further demonstrated through its repeated Carnegie Community Engagement Classification (2010, 2015, 2024), as well as its 2024 designation as a Carnegie Leadership for Public Purpose institution. These distinctions recognize the university's leadership in translating research into meaningful community partnerships and measurable societal benefits.

The university supports its workforce through a wide range of professional development opportunities designed to foster career growth and skill advancement. Eligible employees also benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
University Communication (UC) translates ECU's message into strategic and compelling communication and campaigns through the university web site, news releases, its official social media, East magazine, storytelling, production of promotional videos and video news stories along with infographics, creation and development of promotional brochures, and annual reports. The purpose is to provide strategic communication and marketing guidance and support to increase the knowledge, understanding, appreciation and support of the University and its work with broad and varied constituencies, from prospective students to identified thought leaders to prospective donors.

Through ECU News Services UC performs media relations, public affairs, internal communication and strategic communication work on behalf of the university and reports and disseminates information about events, activities, research, policies, individuals and alumni of the University, both through the media, videos, ecu.edu, the university website and through owned publications and other forums.

UC, through Creative Services, works with all university departments to conceptualize, design, develop, and produce written, audio-visual, digital and print projects to brand, communicate, and market their messages to appropriate audiences. Creative Services also provides strategic marketing advice for the university, including performing advertising buys for the university.

Primary Purpose of Position
This position will serve as the Enrollment Services Marketing and Communications Manager.

This position will work directly with other staff from Marketing and Communications as well as the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, the Graduate School, Honors College and other constituents. This position will work closely with the Associate Director and the Director of Marketing Strategy to provide support and feedback to assist with the ongoing development of overall recruitment communication plans. This position will also be responsible for the following:

Work with the marketing and admissions staff to create, update and schedule all types of admissions marketing materials including print, video and digital.

Generate concepts as well as copy and layout consistent with university standards; also, working with university Creative Services and other resources to manage production of projects. Produce digital, print and multimedia packages for student recruitment aimed at specific target audiences. Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite essential.

Work with outside vendors as needed to complete projects.

Concept, write and produce emails for student recruitment. Manage the production and deployment of single emails as well as email sequences in a CRM. Familiarity with email optimization for delivery and response is also desired. Ability to adapt to changing technologies and systems.

Manage the undergraduate Admissions web site. Develop web content and produce web pages, as well as coordinate work of multiple content providers. Proficiency in Wordpress, or similar CMS is essential

Occasional video and photography.

Provide event support as needed.

Minimum Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation
None

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
Degree in marketing, communications or related field. 5 years marketing and communication experience, preferably in higher education. Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and Photoshop. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Good communication skills, both verbal and written. Proficiency in Wordpress, or similar CMS. Proficiency with Salesforce or similar CRM. Experience developing email content and communication plans.

Specific experience in student recruitment marketing, including experience with developing and executing multichannel communication plans. Experience with email optimization for delivery and response is also desired. Video and photography experience a plus.

Ability to manage multiple complex projects involving several stakeholders. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail a must, including record keeping for reference and ongoing operations. Experience working with project management software in a team setting desired.

Special Instructions to Applicant
East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full time basis

Additional Instructions to Applicant

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

Job Open Date
03/12/2026

Open Until Filled
Yes

Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.

Initial Screening Begins
03/26/2026

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East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU 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.

Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity
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