The Department of Psychiatry - Addiction Research & Treatment for the The University of Maryland Schoolof Medicine (UMSOM) has an exciting opportunity for aMedia & Public Relations Specialist. The Department of Psychiatry has a tripartite mission of Clinical, Education, and Research agendas, serving our surrounding community and the State of Maryland, and providing expertise at a national and international level. Our Education programs are dedicated to training the next generation of physicians, scientists, and psychologists through our nationally competitive programs. This role would support projects across the Division of Addiction Research and Treatment, including the efforts of the Maryland Addiction Consultation Service, as well as the newly launched Kahlert Institute for Addiction Medicine. With over $43 million dollars of Federal grants and contacts, the Department is a leading clinical department within the University of Maryland School of Medicine. Through the integration of our basic science work with our T1 translational research, we are positioned to take advantage of new discoveries and developments in genetics, neuromodulation, neuroimaging, and molecular biology and chemistry. The selected candidate will perform duties that support the mission and vision of the department. * *BENEFITS (Exempt Regular): UMB offers a comprehensivebenefits packagethat prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous paid leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job). /UMB is Ranked Among the Best Employers for Diversity by Forbes 2022 & 2023./ // PRIMARY DUTIES * Create public informational materials to target audiences for business unit communications, including multimedia content for use on the web and social media sites. Develops, writes, and edits press releases and other communications materials. Interacts with media relations outlets to provide stories to elevate the awareness of the University. Spots media trending and prepares responses as needed. * Contributes to production and distribution of public informational materials to a target audience using social and multi-media, such as e-newsletters, publication, website content, and magazine. * Researches, writes, edits, and summarizes tributes information materials to print, broadcast, and on-line media outlets. Maintains printed inventory, databases, and digital archives. * React to and interact with media representatives to develop and maintain relationships, pitch university programs and activities, and respond to media inquiries * Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education:Bachelor's degree preferably in English, journalism, or communications. Experience:Two (2) years of related communications, marketing, media, public or client relations experience. Supervisory Experience:N/A. Certification/Licensure:N/A. Other:Clery act designated job as campus security authorities (CSA) member and will comply with Clery Act requirements. * *KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery. HIRING RANGE:$60,000s (Commensurate with education and experience) UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Staffing department at HRJobs@umaryland.edu. If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contactHRDiversity@umaryland.edu. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Job: Reg or CII Exempt Staff* *Organization: School of Medicine - Psychiatry *Title: *Specialist, Media & Public Relations Location: null Requisition ID: 240000HE