Job Description

Posting ID 153221


Department Community & Behavioral Health/College of Public Health


Jobcode Communications Coordinator


Working Title Communications Coordinator


Details
Job Title: Communications Coordinator

Unit: Prevention Research Center for Rural Health

Department: Community & Behavioral Health, College of Public Health

Position Summary

The Communications Coordinator will play a key role in supporting the Prevention

Research Center for Rural Health's communication efforts. This position will assist with

website updates and maintenance, development of newsletters and annual reports, and

weekly LinkedIn postings. The Coordinator will work closely with the Communication Lead

and contribute to broader Center activities and research initiatives as needed. This role

requires a creative and detail-oriented individual with strong communication and design

skills, and a commitment to accessibility and community engagement.

Key Areas of Responsibilities and Specific Job Tasks

1) Digital Communications and Website Management

Maintain and update the Center's website using Drupal, ensuring content is

accurate and accessible.

Incorporate alternative text (alt text) and other accessibility features for all images

and visual media.

Collaborate with the Communication Lead to enhance website design, layout and

user experience.

2) Social Media and Outreach

Create and schedule weekly LinkedIn posts to highlight Center activities, research

findings, and community partnerships.

Trace and analyze engagement metrics to inform content strategy and improve

outreach.

Ensure all social media content meets accessibility standards and reflects the

Center's mission and values.

3) Publications and Reporting

Assist in the development, writing, editing, and design of newsletters, annual

reports, and other communication materials.

Ensure consistency in branding and messaging across all materials. Support the dissemination of research findings and program updates to partners

and the public.

4) Research and Community Engagement Support

Provide communications support for research projects, including the creation of

promotional materials and participant outreach strategies.

Attend and document community events, including taking photos, videos and live

posting when appropriate (desired).

Assist in developing culturally and contextually appropriate materials for rural and

micropolitan audiences.

Required Qualifications

List the minimum qualifications, including education, experience, and specific skills

required for the role.

Bachelor's degree in communications, public health, marketing or related field with

relevant experience.

Demonstrated experience in graphic design skills, copyrighting, social media

marketing, website creation and maintenance, and health communication.

Ability to create and publish accessible content across digital platforms, including

alt text for images and accessible formatting for documents (e.g., reports, PDFs,

and presentations).

Proficiency in Drupal and Dispatch software.

Desirable Qualifications

List any qualifications that are preferred but not required.

Master's degree in related field. Experience with photography and visual storytelling. Ability to attend in-person meetings and community events Familiarity with rural and/or micropolitan communities and experience working in

these settings.

Compensation

Hourly Rate: $27 Hours: 10 Appointment Type: Temporary/Hourly



Contact HEIDI HAINES

Phone: (319) 335-8350

Email: heidi-hanies@uiowa.edu


Application Instructions Please send resume and cover letter to Heidi Haines heidi-haines@uiowa.edu


Ad Start Date 10/27/2025


Ad End Date 10/30/2025