Mid-Atlantic Region Commission on Higher Education Looking for Communications Coordinator Full Time

Middle States Commission on Higher Education – Communications Coordinator

The Middle States Commission on
Higher Education (MSCHE) is a global institutional accreditor recognized by the United States Secretary of Education since 1952 (see https://www.msche.org/about-us/). The Middle States Commission on
Higher Education (MSCHE) invites inquiries, nominations, and applications for the position of Communications Coordinator. Reporting to the
Senior Director for Strategic Partnerships and Advocacy, Communications Coordinator will manage and support Commission communication
strategies, development, and implementation to further strategic partnerships and advocacy and the Commission’s priorities. This
position focuses on the development and implementation of strategic communications including news releases, eblasts, marketing and
development communications, social media content, website content, and other communications. The position requires energetic and positive
interactions with staff, Commissioners, member institutions, peer evaluators, and external constituents through exceptional customer service
and communication skills. 

This is a full-time exempt, remote teleworking position but does require onsite presence in
Philadelphia, PA and Wilmington, DE, and other locations when necessary to fulfill the work of the Commission. The Communications
Coordinator is expected to attend position-related conferences, workshops, and/or meetings, funds permitted, and travel to and attend other
Commission-related events. 

The full job description is available at www.msche.org

Required Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in communications,
  journalism, marketing, or English; or other related fields with demonstratable work experience; from an institution with accreditation
  recognized by the United States Department of Education. An appropriate, alternative combination of education and experience may be
  considered;
• At least one year of experience in a communications role with significant responsibilities;
• Demonstrated
  experience managing messages across several communications media, including news releases, marketing communications, and social
  media; 
• Demonstrated experience with project management; 
• Excellent writing and editing skills; 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, through a variety of channels, demonstrating correct grammar, spelling, and
  punctuation; 
• Strong and developed organizational skills;
• The ability to work both independently and in a
  collaborative team environment; 
• Evidence of technical skills, networking, video conferencing, and custom business
  applications appropriate to the position; 
• Excellent problem solving, communication, and time management skills; 
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion and balance competing demands in fast-paced and high-stress environment and work
  with and support a highly engaged volunteer Board;
• Proven ability to manage confidential information with discretion;
• Superior customer service focus with attention to detail and strong interpersonal and organizational skills;
• Experience with
  Microsoft Office products as well as professional e-mail and telephone protocols; and
• Strong interpersonal skills including a
  high level of discretion; sound judgment; and a commitment to confidentiality. 

Education and Experience
Preferred: 

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, marketing, or English; or other related fields
  with demonstratable work experience; from an institution with accreditation recognized by the United States Department of
  Education; 
• Experience in WordPress; 
• Experience in Educonverse or other customer relationship management
  (CRM); 
• Experience with social media platforms and tools; 
• Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud
  products; 
• Experience in higher education or non-profit; 

MSCHE offers a competitive salary with excellent
benefits and work environment. The salary range for this position is $42,550 – $57,450. This is a full-time exempt, remote teleworking
position but does require presence in Philadelphia, PA, Wilmington, DE, and other locations when necessary to fulfill the work of the
Commission. MSCHE does not provide work visa sponsorships.

How to Apply:

Application materials may be sent
to: [email protected].

Application materials
should include:

1. a detailed letter of interest;
2. a current resume;
3. two writing samples. News releases
   and articles are preferred; and
4. a list of three professional references with contact information.

Please note that
references will not be contacted without explicit permission from the candidate.

For best consideration, please
submit your complete application materials by June 23. The deadline for applications is June 30, 2023.