Job Description

Job Description

The College of Science at the University of Nevada, Reno is seeking applications for a Specialist, Marketing and Digital Web position. This position functions as a partnership between the College of Science (COS) and the Office of Marketing & Communications, but reports directly to the Director, External Relations & Events. This position is responsible for various types of marketing and communications-based writing, including writing for the Web, promotional materials, advertisements, video and other persuasive forms for the College of Science.

The Specialist will be responsible for developing and/or reviewing promotional information for upload to the COS website and social media channels; maintain existing web pages and address web update requests from faculty, staff, and other stakeholders; providing marketing expertise to the College of Science Dean and faculty; design high-impact marketing materials that showcase the College of Science’s programs, research and impacts; maintain relationships with printers and vendors, and stay current on University-wide brand standards and guidelines. This role will collaborate with event staff of reimagining and executing events from a marketing perspective, attend Office of Marketing & Communications meetings and trainings and undertake professional development through study, training, conference attendance, etc. to maintain current education in the areas of digital marketing, brand management and visual design.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree and two (2) year of related work experience OR

Master’s Degree and one (1) year of related work experience.

Related Experience:

Online web strategy, experience in search engine optimization (SEO), content management systems (CMS), HTML, content planning and editorial calendars, web accessibility and web content writing/editing.

Graphic Design

Schedule or Travel Requirements

Variable work schedule

Occasional travel may be required

Compensation Grade

Administrative Faculty – B

Salary range for this position is $59,675 – $67,000.



Candidates will be hired at the level that is comparable to their experience, knowledge, skills and abilities. To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit: Salary Schedules and select Administrative Faculty by Grade. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience.



Remarkable Retirement

Our retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 19.25% contribution is generously matched by the University. With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested your first day. Sit back and watch your retirement dollars grow! All permanent employees on an annual "A" or "B" contract who are employed at least 50% full-time are eligible to participate in the NSHE retirement program unless they are members of PERS of Nevada.



Perks of Working at UNR

Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance

Generous annual and sick leave and life insurance – Faculty Benefits

E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options. E.L. Wiegand Fitness Center

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Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.

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No state income tax!