Job Details

Events and Communications Specialist

Position Number: 9955119
Location: Salt Lake City, United States
Position Type: Conference and Events Administration

Events and Communications Specialist

Job Summary

The Health System Research Office (HSRO) at University of Utah Health seeks a proactive Events and Communications Specialist (Marketing and Communications Specialist) to lead the planning and execution of high-impact events and support strategic communications to elevate research at University of Utah Health. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with exciting, mission driven events across a wide range of research disciplines at the University of Utah Health, helping to amplify the visibility and impact of groundbreaking research. While the primary focus will be on event planning, the position also includes secondary responsibilities in communications and marketing.

The Events and Communications Specialist will be a part of the Research Program Development Team in the HSRO which oversees the development and implementation of strategic research initiatives and other research capacity building activities. To learn more about the other HSRO Research Unit strategic research initiatives, please visit https://uofuhealth.utah.edu/research/areas-initiatives/.

The Events and Communications Specialist will report to the Events and Communications Manager in the Research Program Development Team.

This is a full-time position and must be available for in person work.

Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu
The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.

Responsibilities
Position Specific Responsibilities

Work with the Research Program Development team and broader HSRO to organize and execute Initiative events such as monthly seminar series, educational trainings, and one-off events.
Plan and lead large-scale initiative events such as annual symposia.
Work will include the coordination of catering, creation of registration forms, compiling speaker information, scheduling speaker travel, coordinating external guest visits, and promotional material development.
Support the production of initiative or unit newsletters and communications with materials provided by Research Program Development staff.
Create initiative materials, such as social media posts and event flyers, including basic formatting, layouts, and copy-editing.
May support initiative social media channels using materials provided by Research Program Development staff and Initiative leadership on an as needed basis.
Update initiative websites as directed by the Events and Communications Manager.
Provide additional support to Research Program Development Team for tasks and small projects on an as needed basis.
Apply problem-solving skills to variety of challenges. Some resolutions may require some analysis and interpretation, requiring innovation and creativity.

Marketing Communication Specialist, I Engage in the development and execution of strategic marketing communications to efficiently support product launch campaigns and company brand across various communication channels. Create communication programs that promote the organization and its products and services through various means including blogs and social media, websites, product collateral, logos, or other promotional products. Collaborate with external partners/vendors to execute promotional events and campaigns. Develop a calendar for social media campaigns and initiatives to ensure constant interaction and engagement with customers and prospects. Assist in analyzing marketing data to help shape future marketing strategies. Requires basic skill set and proficiency. Conducts work assignments as directed. Closely supervised with little latitude for independent judgment.Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master's (or equivalency) degree.This is an Entry-Level position in the General Professional track.

Marketing Communication Specialist, IIEngage in the development and execution of strategic marketing communications to efficiently support product launch campaigns and company brand across various communication channels. Create communication programs that promote the organization and its products and services through various means including blogs and social media, websites, product collateral, logos, or other promotional products. Collaborate with external partners/vendors to execute promotional events and campaigns. Develop a calendar for social media campaigns and initiatives to ensure constant interaction and engagement with customers and prospects. Assist in analyzing marketing data to help shape future marketing strategies. Requires moderate skill set and proficiency in discipline. Conducts work assignments of increasing complexity, under moderate supervision with some latitude for independent judgment.Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.This is a Developing-Level position in the General Professional track.

Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:
Marketing Communication Specialist, I: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master's (or equivalency) degree.
Marketing Communication Specialist, II: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.

Preferences

Experience with event planning is strongly preferred.
Experience with communications/marketing.
University experience.
Project management and organizational skills.
Willingness and ability to work flexibly and on short notice to meet tight deadlines.

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN46685B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary:
Department: 01488 - Health Research Admin Office
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $45,000 - $63,774
Close Date: 02/05/2027
Open Until Filled:

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/211798