• Communications Generalist

    University of Oregon (Eugene, OR)


    Communications Generalist

     

    Work type: Classified Staff

     

    Categories: Communications/Public Relations/Marketing

     

    Department: University Communications

     

    Classification: Public Info Representative 2

    Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing

    Salary: $26.64 to $40.78 per hour

     

    FTE: 1.0

     

    Review of Applications Begins

     

    September 24, 2025; position open until filled

     

    Special Instructions to Applicants

    To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a complete application that includes:

    • A complete online application.

    • A current resume of your educational and professional work experience.

    Department Summary

    University Communications drives the University of Oregon’s strategic goals through the development and implementation of comprehensive communications and marketing programs. The division manages media relations, digital communications, social media, creative design, writing, editing, strategic communications, licensing, and marketing strategy. It collaborates with departments across campus to tell the UO’s key stories, enhance its reputation, and support initiatives that showcase academic and research excellence while promoting student success.

    Position Summary

    The Communications Generalist works as part of a team of designers to design high-quality marketing, branding, and communications materials for the university. This work includes designing for digital, social, web, video, print, and environmental. The Communications Generalist will serve as a brand ambassador, working closely with the UO Communications teams and colleagues.

    Minimum Requirements

    Three years of experience as a public relations representative

    for an organization which involved gathering information, writing and/or producing materials, presenting information

    to the public, handling public relations, preparing press releases, and interaction with the news media. At least

     

    one year of this experience must have involved participating in planning and administering an organization's public

     

    relations program.

     

    A Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or a closely-related

     

    field may substitute for up to two years of the general experience but will not substitute for the one year of

     

    specialized experience.

    Professional Competencies

    • Full knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, and proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign. CSS and HTML skills are also desired.

    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office including PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, and Excel.

    • Creative skills, such as Illustration, motion graphics, and web design.

    • Ability to use a project management system.

    • Ability to take creative feedback, execute, and iterate quickly and efficiently.

    • Commitment to and experience with promoting and enhancing diversity and equity.

    • Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to meet independent and team deadlines within defined budgets.

    • Strong attention to detail.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Advanced appreciation for the difference between digital and print communications related to content delivery, artwork preparation, production, and graphic design considerations.

    • Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate as part of a cross-functional team.

    • Experience working on quick-turn projects.

    • Experience working independently with budget restrictions.

     

    FLSA Exempt: No

     

    All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

     

    This is a classified position represented by the SEIU Local 503, Oregon Public Employees Union.

     

    The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visitour website (https://hr.uoregon.edu/about-benefits) .

     

    The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, pleaseemail us ([email protected]) or call 541-346-5112.

     

    UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy (including pregnancy-related conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including family medical history), ancestry, familial status, citizenship, service in the uniformed services (as defined in federal and state law), veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use of leave protected by state or federal law in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures arelisted here (https://investigations.uoregon.edu/reporting) .

     

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    Advertised: September 10, 2025 Pacific Daylight Time

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