Develops moderately complex web and print content and marketing. Acts as strategic contributor for communications team and creates marketing materials for marketing team. Attends meetings designed for content planning and development. Ensures consistent messaging and maintains University brand and style.
Office of the SVC Business and Operations
The Office of Communications and Strategic Initiatives is the central communications team for the University of Pittsburgh’s Finance & Operations division, which provides the financial, business, and operational services that keep the University running.
The office leads communications for the Executive Senior Vice Chancellor and for F&O as a whole. Its work includes executive and financial communications, internal communications to F&O staff, marketing for F&O services, and management of the division’s websites and digital channels. The team also leads special projects that span F&O units. It is a small, collaborative team that turns complex financial and operational information into clear, timely communication for University leaders, faculty, staff, and students.
Essential Functions
- Writes clear, user-friendly communications that explain financial policies, systems, and process changes to University audiences.
- Manages content on Financial Operations websites and supports website remediation work.
- Developed communications for system launches, policy updates, and deadlines, such as payroll, tax, and fiscal year-end.
- Partners with Financial Operations leaders and customer service teams to anticipate common questions and reduce confusion.
Physical Effort
Moderate physical effort - sitting, standing, traveling around campus, lifting (up to 35 pounds), carrying, reaching, pushing, and pulling
The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.
Assignment Category
Full-time regular
Bargaining Unit Eligibility
This position is bargaining unit eligible
Job Classification
Staff.Communications Specialist III
Job Family
Communications & Marketing
Job Sub-Family
Communications
Campus
Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years Of Experience Required
2
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience?
No
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Work Arrangement
Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.
Hiring Range
TBD Based Upon Qualifications
Relocation Offered
No
Visa Sponsorship Provided
No
Background Check
For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances
Not Applicable
Required Documents
Resume, Cover Letter, Writing Sample
Optional Documents
Not Applicable
