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Rutgers The State University Public Relations Specialist I in New Brunswick, New Jersey

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Recruitment/Posting Title Public Relations Specialist I
Job Category URA-AFT Administrative
Department University Press
Overview
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Public Relations Specialist I for the Department of University Press.Among the key duties of this position are the following:
  • Creates publicity and promotional campaigns for all books published by Rutgers University Press, including those published by our client/partner presses, (currently: Bucknell University Press, University of Delaware Press and Templeton Foundation Press), and especially on high-profile "trade" books, targeted at a general audience.
  • Generates effective and significant print, broadcast, and electronic media: articles, reviews, and social media interest, to raise consumer awareness, among both scholarly and general interest readers, to raise the profile of the Press in our core publishing disciplines, the scholarly community, and in the book world, as well as at Rutgers and in the region, and ultimately, to increase sales.
  • Serves as in senior position in the department and is included in the Director's management team.
  • Works closely with the senior management team and the Press Director on PR and communications matters.
Position Status Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
FLSA Nonexempt
Grade 05
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary 63518.000
Annual Mid Range Salary 79089.000
Annual Maximum Salary 94659.000
Standard Hours 37.50
Union Description URA-AFT Administrative
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Benefits
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility ABP
Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree preferably in public relations, marketing, communications, journalism, English, a related field, or the equivalent.
  • A minimum of two years relevant experience in a public relations or a promotions/event planning function.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, expertise in social media, and broad understanding of publishing and media trends, experience in planning and project management.
  • Computer literate to include industry standard software, Microsoft Office, Google Docs, WordPress, and Adobe Creative Suite.
Preferred Qualifications
  • At least two years' experience in publicity or marketing, ideally in trade or scholarly book publishing, including a well-developed list of media contacts and experience pitching to such contacts.
  • It is useful to have some knowledge of the academic marketplace, and some of the fields and regions in which we publish, as well as some familiarity with various publishing databases.
  • Experience with title management systems (Firebrand Title Management), CRM, and media datebases (Cision) as well as industry specific platforms (Edelweiss, NetGalley, PubAlley).
Equipment Utilized
  • Microsoft Office, Windows or Mac OS.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
  • Must be able to lift 40 pound boxes from floor to counter or desk.
  • Should have a driver's license with a good record.
  • Some overnight travel may be required.
Special Conditions
Posting Details

Posting Number 24ST1117
Posting Open Date 05/16/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus College Ave (RU-New Brunswick)
City New Brunswick
State NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, p regnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

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