| Department Name: NE Statewide Workforce/Educ Rptg SysUNCA | Working Title: Research Communications Specialist |
| FLSA Designation: Exempt - Administrative Professional | FTE: 1.00 |
| RESPONSIBILITY | TIME SPENT PERCENTAGE | ESSENTIAL FUNCTION | TASKS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research Communications and Publication Development | 45 | X | Develop, write, edit, and proofread research briefs, special reports, executive summaries, publications, news releases, and other communications materials. Review research findings and technical information to ensure accuracy, clarity, consistency, and publication quality. |
| Research Translation and Content Development | 20 | X | Collaborate with researchers and data scientists to interpret complex research findings and translate technical information into accessible materials for policymakers, education and workforce stakeholders, researchers, and the general public. Conduct interviews, review relevant research literature, and synthesize information to support communications products. |
| Digital Communications and Outreach | 20 | X | Develop and maintain website, newsletter, social media, presentation, and other digital communications content. Support outreach efforts and promote the dissemination of NSWERS research findings and organizational activities. |
| Grant Development Support | 10 | Assist with identifying and researching funding opportunities, drafting and editing grant proposal narratives, coordinating supporting materials, and ensuring that proposal communications clearly describe research objectives, activities, and anticipated outcomes. | |
| Communications Coordination and Quality Assurance | 5 | Coordinate with NSWERS staff and external partners to develop, review, and finalize communications materials. Maintain consistent editorial standards, manage assigned deadlines, and ensure communications align with organizational priorities. |
Office |
| Sit: Frequently (34-66%) | Bending: |
| Stand: Occasionally (1-33%) | Kneeling: |
| Walk: Occasionally (1-33%) | Reaching: |
| Drive Motor Vehicle: | Crawling: |
| Squatting: | Climbing: |
| Keyboard: YES | Pipefitting: |
| Fine Manipulation: | Grasping: |
| Repetitive Motion: |
If other use of hands/ wrists, please explain:
Operation of standard office and computer equipment |