Job Description

Reporting to the Director of Finance & Administration, Financial Affairs, the Communications Specialist will serve as the primary creator and curator of print and digital content for the Financial Affairs department and will administer the department's website, social media channels, and digital outreach. This position serves as a strategic partner to the Financial Affairs leadership team, creating high-quality content across internal and external channels, and advancing the mission and vision of Financial Affairs. The successful candidate will demonstrate: A commitment to creative problem-solving and an ability to manage time and multiple projects under tight deadlines. Fluency in artificial intelligence concepts and tools and be eager to leverage AI in innovative ways to enhance communications, provide training, and support strategic outreach. The ability to support cross-unit communication and collaboration efforts related to key departmental and external departmental initiatives and priorities. This position involves managing sensitive and confidential information and requires the ability to work adeptly and professionally, exercising sound judgment.

Major duties of this position also include:

• Develop and execute communications strategies to promote key initiatives, campus-wide and other events, conferences, speaker series, and special initiatives which are of interest to members of the Financial Affairs team.
• Create, manage, and monitor Financial Affairs social and digital presence.
• Oversee digital publications for social media and CFO webpages and other platforms (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and other social networking sites etc.).
• Drafts, designs, and distributes internal newsletters that increase staff members' understanding of the distinct functions of Financial Affairs and how it impacts them; generates staff engagement, aggregates essential information and resources, and foster inclusion, belonging, and a sense of community within the department.
• Performs other administrative duties as assigned

Pay Range: Salary grade: 48 Annual salary range: Minimum $61,200, Midpoint $82,700, Maximum $104,100 Note: Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity; new hires can expect an initial annual salary which is between the minimum and midpoint of the range above ($70k - $80k). Boston University supports a flexible work environment for authorized staff members. This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement (i.e., remote work up to two (2) days per week), after completion of a successful observation period.

Required Skills

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's degree preferably in marketing, communications, journalism, public affairs, or a related field. 3-5 years of experience with demonstrated proficiency in: Public speaking, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Professionalism, good judgment, and integrity Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• High degree of discretion; experience managing confidential information.
• Collaborative working style and the ability to develop and maintain strong relationships across a variety of functional areas with colleagues of all levels. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to multitask and work under pressure, self-motivation, high energy and engagement and a positive attitude.
• Demonstrate strong writing and copy/editing skills and a proven understanding of how to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders to execute complex communications plans.
• Experience producing content for digital platforms including websites (WordPress) and social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, other social networking), website content management systems, and digital analytics tools.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro and After Effects preferred); Html-based website publishing software (WordPress preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to perform complex administrative duties including written and verbal communications on sensitive and confidential financial and human resource matters.
• A willingness to learn new processes, programs, and systems.

Preferred Skills/Experience/Abilities:

• Experience in an academic or research environment.

Benefits/Other Information:

• Boston University's generous benefits package includes health, dental, life insurance, and paid time off!
• Full-time employees are also eligible for tuition remission for courses at Boston University.
• Note: the remission benefit extends to dependents as well. For more details on benefits, please refer to the Boston University benefits page at https://www.bu.edu/hr/employee-resources/benefits/.

The department of Financial Affairs at Boston University values intellectual, cultural, and social diversity among its staff and students. We remain steadfast in our dedication to building a team that is inclusive and equitable and a place where all constituents can thrive. For all positions, we are looking for individuals who enjoy working with colleagues in a collaborative environment and who are flexible and creative. We strongly encourage applications from women and under-represented groups who share our interest in serving a university community with diverse needs, backgrounds, ethnicities, and abilities. Interested applicants are asked to upload a resume, list of references (if available), and submit a cover letter addressed to 'Hiring Manager - Communications Specialist position'.