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Communications and Marketing Specialist

North Carolina State University

$ 35,880 - $ 96,560

life insurance, flexible benefit account, paid time off

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

May 19, 2026

Job Posting Information

Posting Number	PG195007SP
Internal Recruitment	No
Working Title	Communications and Marketing Specialist
Anticipated Hiring Range	Commensurate with experience, up to $50,000
Work Schedule	Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; with occasional evening and weekend work required to cover college events.
Job Location	Raleigh, NC
Department	Marketing and Communications, Dean's Office
About the Department	Over the past 125 years, the Wilson College of Textiles has developed a reputation for exceptional education, innovative research and productive industry partnerships. While we take pride in that legacy, we continue to set higher standards and new goals. That means establishing sustainability as the foundation of everything we do. It means updating the cutting edge technology used in our state-of-the-art labs and studios. It means a commitment to a welcoming and supportive culture. Put simply, it means using our textiles expertise to improve quality of life for everyone. We produce leaders who make a difference both at home in North Carolina and across the world. Students land top jobs in manufacturing, fashion, athletics, research, medicine, academia and more. Our faculty count the CDC, DOD and NSF as regular research partners. The Wilson College provides both the community feel of a small college and the resources of NC State University, a leading land-grant public research institution and recognized as one of the best employers in the state. Not to mention, it's located in the heart of Raleigh, North Carolina, which is consistently listed in U.S. News and World Report's best American cities to live in. At NC State, our employee value proposition aims to create an ecosystem of meaningful work opportunities that align with Wolfpack 2030: Powering the Extraordinary, NC State's strategic plan. We strive to provide an accepting and dynamic culture, opportunities for personal growth and professional development, and programs to support your busy life. Simply put, we want you to achieve your highest potential at work. If you're a world-class applicant with a passion for higher education and a commitment to affecting positive change locally and globally, apply to become a part of our hyper-collaborative Wolfpack where everyone belongs.
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits	As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone. What we offer: Medical, Dental, and Vision Flexible Spending Account Retirement Programs Disability Plans Life Insurance Accident Plan Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs 12 Holidays Each Year Tuition and Academic Assistance And so much more! Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community. Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Essential Job Duties	The communications and marketing specialist serves as Wilson College's primary editorial lead and steward, responsible for creating and managing high-quality content that aligns with NC State's brand and the dean's strategic goals. This role translates complex research and technical textile processes into engaging narratives for a wide array of stakeholders, including prospective students, faculty and industry partners. Beyond content creation, the communications and marketing specialist provides operational leadership by overseeing the college's editorial standards and mentoring writing and marketing interns to ensure a unified and sophisticated brand voice. Primary duties include: Independently researches and writes articles on complex technical topics, drafts leadership emails and manages strategic plans while enforcing formalized college-wide editorial guidelines. Selects optimal platforms for targeted audience engagement, analyzes the impact of communications on recruitment, and identifies growth opportunities in strategic planning and web analytics. Implements web design principles to maintain college web pages, integrates new digital tools into the workflow and provides graphic design support to the multimedia specialist. Directly oversees writing and marketing interns, providing technical instruction and ensuring all written output meets university standards. Maintains a deep understanding of college operations to support leadership and handles sensitive information with discretion during critical events.
Other Responsibilities	Support the overall function of the OMC to raise awareness and understanding of the Wilson College and drive growth in undergraduate and graduate admissions, audience engagement and industry leadership Support special events as needed.

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.
Preferred Qualifications	Prior experience working within a university setting, particularly in a communications or marketing office, with a baseline understanding of academic structures. Experience using Content Management Systems (e.g., WordPress) and familiarity with the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop) for graphic design support. Experience translating technical, scientific or grant-funded research into "plain language" stories for the general public. Experience leading student workers, interns or freelance contributors in a deadline-driven environment.
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	05/18/2026
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.)	05/26/2026
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	Please include as attachments a resume/CV, cover letter, and contact information for at least 3 professional references. Please submit writing samples under "Other Documents (1)". Optional Graphic design portfolio in "Other Documents (2)".

Position Details

Position Number	00108422
Position Type	SHRA
Position Classification Band Title	Public Communication Specialist
Position Classification Band Level	Contributing
Position Classification Salary Range	$ 35,880 - $ 96,560
Salary Grade Equivalency	NC10
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)	1.0
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	180101 - Textiles - Dean's Office
EEO	NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. 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.