Flood Hub Communications Manager
University of South Florida - Saint Petersburg, FL
posted 2 days ago
About the position
The Communications Manager will produce multimedia content that raises awareness of the Flood Hub and supports its strategic goals. As a primary content generator for the Flood Hub, the incumbent will develop well-researched, factually accurate, and compelling written/visual products for internal and external audiences. The successful candidate will play a key role in publicizing and promoting the Flood Hub's latest science and research activities to local, regional, and national stakeholders. Located at the University of South Florida's College of Marine Science on the St. Petersburg campus, the Florida Flood Hub for Applied Research and Innovation (Flood Hub) is the State of Florida's center for flood data, serving as a premier thought leader on flooding research and helping Florida prepare for the reality of rising sea levels, stronger storms, and more extreme rainfall events. The Flood Hub is envisioned to be a one-stop-shop for all local, regional, and government agencies to incorporate flood planning as part of a long-term strategy for smarter infrastructure and policies that reflect Florida's risks.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a primary content generator for the Flood Hub, crafting accurate and compelling multimedia stories for various communication channels.
- Conduct interviews with subject matter experts about the Flood Hub's latest science and research activities, awards, and events.
- Cultivate strong relationships with Flood Hub researchers and stakeholders, identifying and developing concepts for communication products.
- Make editorial recommendations and execute communication tactics in coordination with the Flood Hub and USF College of Marine Science communication teams.
- Design and implement a social media strategy in coordination with communications teams at the College of Marine Science and University of South Florida.
- Generate, edit, publish, and share engaging social media content that elevates stories and promotes the Flood Hub to targeted audiences.
- Occasionally manage press inquiries.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in communication, marketing, public relations, technical writing, digital media, or related field with 4 years of experience; or a Master's degree in the fields listed above and 2 years of experience.
- 4 years of directly relevant experience may be substituted for bachelor's degree.
- 6 years of directly relevant experience may be substituted for master's degree.
Nice-to-haves
- Well-developed skills writing about complex topics for general audiences.
- Experience in social media and science communication, particularly in creating multimedia content about marine science.
- Basic photography skills; advanced skills in photography, videography, and graphic design are desired but not required.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and life insurance plans
- Retirement plan options
- Tuition program
- Generous leave programs
