What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communications & Outreach Specialist position at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee?
Communications & Outreach Specialist
Milwaukee, WI
Full Time
JR10009032
Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.
Position Title
Communications & Outreach Specialist
Job Category
Academic Staff
Employment Type
Regular
Job Profile
Multimedia Designer
Job Duties
School/College/Division Description
Employees at UWM in the Department of University IT Services work in an innovative, collaborative, and casual-work environment with flexible work/life balance schedules. If you are a motivated, results-oriented individual who wants to make a real difference with our team, community, and the campus, we encourage you to apply!
Job Description
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is seeking a strategic and collaborative Communications and Outreach Specialist to lead communication, change management, and engagement efforts supporting IT services and initiatives across campus. Reporting to the Director of IT Professional Services, this role translates complex technical information into clear, accessible messaging while building strong partnerships and advancing awareness of UWM IT resources.
Key Job Responsibilities
$52,000 to $58,000 (Final salary offer will be determined based on knowledge, skills, and experience)
Benefits And Total Rewards
As part of UWM's commitment to supporting the success of our team members through positive experiences, employees are provided with Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life. UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans. Employees with a qualifying position also receive an extensive leave package including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays. Please visit this link to view summary benefits information. (Compensation figures are for example purposes only.) UWM Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life
Applications Instructions
Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide a cover letter and resume addressing your professional level work experience as it relates to all required and preferred qualifications.
Note: Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application. Applications missing any of the required documents listed prior to the application deadline will be marked as incomplete and will not be considered.
In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates' application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications. Additional documents submitted aside from a cover letter and resume will not be reviewed.
Finalist candidates(s) will be asked to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified.
Apply electronically by the application deadline date of April 12, 2026. Questions about this position should be directed to Angelee Vang at vangap@uwm.edu.
Reasonable Accommodations
Pursuant to university policy, UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
CBC and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or call UWM's Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.
Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
To apply, visit https://wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UW_Milwaukee/job/Milwaukee-WI/Communications---Outreach-Specialist_JR10009032-1.
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Milwaukee, WI
Full Time
JR10009032
Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.
Position Title
Communications & Outreach Specialist
Job Category
Academic Staff
Employment Type
Regular
Job Profile
Multimedia Designer
Job Duties
School/College/Division Description
Employees at UWM in the Department of University IT Services work in an innovative, collaborative, and casual-work environment with flexible work/life balance schedules. If you are a motivated, results-oriented individual who wants to make a real difference with our team, community, and the campus, we encourage you to apply!
Job Description
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is seeking a strategic and collaborative Communications and Outreach Specialist to lead communication, change management, and engagement efforts supporting IT services and initiatives across campus. Reporting to the Director of IT Professional Services, this role translates complex technical information into clear, accessible messaging while building strong partnerships and advancing awareness of UWM IT resources.
Key Job Responsibilities
- Develop and execute communication and change management plans for IT services, projects, and enhancements
- Collaborate with IT teams and campus partners to ensure timely, accurate, and effective messaging
- Create and manage content for web, email, social media, print, and campus news channels
- Translate complex technical concepts into clear, audience-focused communications
- Maintain and audit website content; ensure alignment with university branding standards
- Manage the annual communications calendar and oversee operational messaging deliverables
- Analyze engagement metrics (web, email, surveys) to inform strategy and continuous improvement
- Design and administer surveys; interpret and share results with project teams
- Plan and support outreach activities and campus events (e.g., orientations, awareness campaigns)
- Present information to diverse audiences in person and virtually; serve as an ambassador for UWM IT
- Develop marketing and informational materials, including brochures and handouts
- Support engagement efforts tied to training initiatives and project implementations
- This position does not offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire.
- Selected candidates will be required to complete an I-9 form to verify eligibility to work in the U.S.
- This position offers a hybrid-flexible schedule, with a minimum expectation of one on-campus day per week during the initial training and onboarding period to support effective integration and collaboration. As the employee becomes fully established in the role, additional remote work options may be considered based on performance, operational needs, and team alignment.
- Professional experience managing and executing outreach and/or communication plans
- Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining web content using a web content management system (e.g., WordPress)
- Professional experience editing, reviewing, and/or quality-assuring written materials to ensure accuracy, consistency, and clarity
- Bachelor's degree or higher in communications, marketing, information systems, or a related field by the date of hire
- Demonstrated experience planning and executing events
- Demonstrated experience using email marketing platforms (e.g., Emma)
- Experience editing and creating graphics using tools such as Photoshop or InDesign
- Demonstrated experience delivering in-person presentations and/or leading virtual training sessions
- Demonstrated experience and/or training in organizational change management
- Professional experience managing multiple documentation or training deliverables concurrently, including meeting established timelines and coordinating stakeholder feedback
- Experience working in a higher education environment
$52,000 to $58,000 (Final salary offer will be determined based on knowledge, skills, and experience)
Benefits And Total Rewards
As part of UWM's commitment to supporting the success of our team members through positive experiences, employees are provided with Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life. UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans. Employees with a qualifying position also receive an extensive leave package including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays. Please visit this link to view summary benefits information. (Compensation figures are for example purposes only.) UWM Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life
Applications Instructions
Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide a cover letter and resume addressing your professional level work experience as it relates to all required and preferred qualifications.
Note: Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application. Applications missing any of the required documents listed prior to the application deadline will be marked as incomplete and will not be considered.
In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates' application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications. Additional documents submitted aside from a cover letter and resume will not be reviewed.
Finalist candidates(s) will be asked to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified.
Apply electronically by the application deadline date of April 12, 2026. Questions about this position should be directed to Angelee Vang at vangap@uwm.edu.
Reasonable Accommodations
Pursuant to university policy, UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
CBC and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or call UWM's Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.
Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
To apply, visit https://wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UW_Milwaukee/job/Milwaukee-WI/Communications---Outreach-Specialist_JR10009032-1.
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Salary : $52,000 - $58,000