Company Profile

Company Description:

Central Washington University is looking for a qualified Public Affairs Content Writer. The Public Affairs Writer position exists to create written content for all Public Affairs marketing, communication and media platforms. The position also assists in planning, managing, and implementing multifaceted marketing and communications campaigns that support the university’s mission. Reporting to the Director of Content Development (PA) this position is part of a team that works to generate news coverage of targeted CWU events and initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, professional writing, public relations, communications, English, or related field
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including flexibility in writing style and tone
• Strong editing and proofing skills, attention to detail
• Professional experience in journalistic writing, copywriting, communications and/or marketing
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Software proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat
• Ability to work effectively with internal and external clients, at all levels and with a wide variety of personalities
• OR any combination of education and experience that clearly demonstrates the ability to perform the essential duties

 
Join the Wildcat team!
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance, retirement and optional savings plans, life and disability insurance, along with vacation and sick leave plans depending on employment classification. Benefits information: http://www.cwu.edu/hr/benefits-0   
CWU’s exceptionally beautiful and well-maintained residential campus is located in Ellensburg, the largest city and county seat of historic Kittitas County. The city is situated in the geographic center of the state and on the eastern slopes of the Cascade Mountains. Central Washington is a world-class destination for hiking, mountain biking, fishing, camping, whitewater rafting, boating, skiing and snowboarding.  As one of Washington’s founding communities, Ellensburg’s downtown is composed of beautiful brick buildings and located just three blocks from the CWU campus. Ellensburg is located approximately 100 miles east of the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue metropolitan area. 
For additional information and to apply online, visit: https://careers.cwu.edu (Job ID: 2875)
CWU is an EEO/AA/Title IX/Veteran/Disability Employer.