Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm; some weekend work as needed, flexible work arrangements available.
Job Location Raleigh, NC
Department University Communications
About The Department
North Carolina State University was founded in 1887 with the purpose of creating economic, societal and intellectual prosperity for the people of North Carolina. Today NC State is the largest university in North Carolina, with more than 37,000 high-performing students, 9,000 preeminent faculty and staff and 260,000 alumni. NC State is a research-extensive university known for its leadership in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. We’re also at the forefront of teaching and research in agriculture, business, design, education, humanities and social sciences, natural resources, textiles and veterinary medicine. NC State is consistently named as one of the best values in higher education, and many of our programs are ranked at the top of their respective disciplines. We take a great deal of pride in our collaborative, supportive and collegial team culture. All staff are provided opportunities for training and professional development, with an eye to personalized career growth.
University Communications and Marketing is NC State’s dedicated communications agency. Our team provides leadership, strategy, services and support to advance the NC State brand and help the university achieve its core mission. We work to promote local, national and worldwide visibility for the university and its students, faculty and staff. The office is committed to informing the public and the university community about NC State’s innovative, diverse learning environment, its world-leading scholarship and research, and its unswerving dedication to improving lives by finding practical solutions to real-world problems.
Essential Job Duties
NC State magazine is published three times a year and sent to alumni, friends and supporters of NC State with a goal of strengthening the bond between readers and the university. The associate editor of NC State magazine will be responsible for generating story ideas, writing articles, working with free-lance writers and editing and proofreading. We are looking for an individual who is creative, disciplined and enterprising and who will thrive on working with a lively team.
The associate editor will work closely with the editor and other staff, including designers, to help determine the editorial content of the magazine, contributing ideas for stories, visuals and headlines. The associate editor will direct the magazine website, magazine.ncsu.edu, while creating lists of stories to promote in consultation with the social media team of University Communications. The position will also be responsible for working with a contractor to organize and help edit the magazine’s Class Notes section.
Other Responsibilities
Must assist other staff, as needed, at events that may occur at night or on the weekend. Other duties as deemed necessary by the editor.
Qualifications
Minimum Experience/Education
Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Other Required Qualifications
Excellent interviewing, writing and copy-editing skills.
Commitment to accuracy and attention to detail.
Able to juggle projects under deadline pressure amid changing priorities.
Able to adhere to journalistic standards while meeting the objectives of University Communications.
Excellent grammar skills and knowledge of AP style.
Able to develop and build relationships across the university.
Preferred Qualifications
Long-form narrative writing experience.
Copy-editing experience.
Experience working in higher education or an understanding of land grant, research Tier One university environment
Experience with WordPress.
Knowledge of social media
Required License Or Certification
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required No
Commercial Driver's License Required? No
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date 07/08/2024
Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.) 07/12/2024
Notice to Applicants
Please make sure that the work history you list on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, do not use the phrase “see resume.”
Special Instructions
In addition to your application please submit a resume, cover letter, contact information for at least 3 professional references, and published writing sample(s) or a link to your online portfolio (upload as “other document 1").
Candidates must submit writing sample(s) or their portfolio to be considered.
Position Details
Position Number 00061190
Position Type SHRA
Position Classification Band Title Public Communication Specialist
Position Classification Band Level Journey
Position Classification Salary Range $ 35,880 - $ 96,560
Salary Grade Equivalency GN10
Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.00
Appointment 12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Time Limited Position No
Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)
Department Id 081001 - University Communications
AA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu .
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University 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.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industries
Higher Education
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