Position Title: Communications Specialist - Closes August 4,2026 at 5:00 PM
Department: College Relations
Reports Directly to: College Relations Director
Status: Non-exempt; Full-time
Salary: $20.00
Summary of Duties:
• Serves as a writer and editor of content for the organization’s website, social media platforms, press releases, email communications, and other digital marketing materials to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with institutional branding and messaging.
• Serves as a photographer in capturing high-quality images of students, employees, and events associated with the organization for use in marketing, recruitment, fundraising, and communications efforts.
• Handles media relations activities by preparing and distributing new releases, developing feature story opportunities, responding to media inquiries, and assisting with interviews, and other media related events.
• Assists in the coordination of meetings, conferences, and special events, including participation on planning committees, as well as creation of marketing materials for open houses, tours, conferences, and community events.
• Provides basic graphic design services by creating artwork for use in multiple mediums (e.g., PowerPoint presentations, e-newsletter, website, social media, etc.)
• Assists in the production and placement of advertising on behalf of the organization in all mediums (e.g. television, radio, newspaper, publications, billboards, etc.).
• Collaborates with the organization’s leadership team and external partners to develop, implement marketing and communication strategies that support the mission, vision, and strategic priorities of the organization.
• Ensuring all communications and marketing material comply with the College’s branding standards.
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with college departments, tribal communities, media representatives, alumni, donors, community partners, and other internal and external partners.
• Demonstrates professional behavior that supports the mission, vision, and values of (UTTC).
• Assures that deadlines are established and met for timely completion of assigned projects.
• Completes other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None.
Working Conditions:
• Normal working hours are from 8:00 am- 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Evening, weekends, and holiday hours are sometimes necessary. May be required to meet deadlines with short notice. Responsible for maintaining professional ambience in work environment. Some business travel may be required.
Physical Demands:
• While performing the duties of the job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or listen. The employee is occasionally required to walk, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Associate’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, advertising, graphic design, or related field is required. Bachelor’s or master’s degree is preferred.
Knowledge & Skills:
• Good written communications skills are required.
• Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Experience managing social media platforms.
• Photography experience.
Required Documents:
- UTTC Application
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Unofficial Copies of College Transcripts
- Valid Driver’s License (must submit a copy)
Opening Date: July 21,2026
Closing Date: August 4, 2026 9:00 pm
Additional Information:
United Tribes Technical College (UTTC) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religious preference, age, handicap, marital status, political preference, or membership or non-membership in an employee organization, except as allowed by the Indian preference provision of the civil rights act of 1964, as amended.
A conviction record will not necessarily be a bar from employment. This information will only be used for job-related purposes and only to the extent permitted by applicable law. Federal laws require that employers hire only individuals who are authorized to be lawfully employed in the United States. In compliance with such laws, UTTC will verify the status of every individual offered employment with UTTC. UTTC will not sponsor work-related visas.
Applicants are responsible for providing proof of enrollment in a federally recognized tribe if Indian preference is claimed. Applicants are responsible for providing a copy of his/her United States Government Form DD214 or his/her honorable discharge certificate from any branch of the military service if veteran’s preference is claimed. Failure to provide proof will result in loss of Indian or veteran preference in employment.
Application and required documents can be completed and submitted online at https://uttc.edu/careers/, via email to jckillsplenty@uttc.edu, or mail to Human Resources Department, United Tribes Technical College, 3315 University Drive, Bismarck, ND 58504. Applications and Required Documents received after the closing date and time of a job posting will NOT be considered.
Upon selection, the applicant is responsible for obtaining and completing a Transcript Request Form from the last institution attended. The applicant will submit the completed form to the Human Resources Department. The Human Resources Department will cover any fees required to obtain official transcripts.
