Description

Position Overview

The KU School of Law is seeking a Communications Specialist to assist in communications and promotional activities for the law school.

The Communications Specialist helps tell the KU Law story through the law school's website, blog, social media channels and publications. The Communications Specialist collects, prepares and disseminates news about the school, writing and creating content for a variety of audiences through digital platforms, printed and electronic publications, advertising, media relations and school-sponsored events. The ideal candidate will be an excellent writer, strong proofreader and creative storyteller who has experience in graphic design, website management, photography and video creation.

This is a regular, full-time (1.0 FTE), benefits eligible, unclassified staff position.

Job Description

Writing, Marketing and Communications Support (45%)

• Write news releases, features and blog posts on a variety of subjects, including law school programs, student/faculty/staff accomplishments, alumni profiles, etc.
• Write, report and conduct research for stories in the KU Law Magazine and other publications produced by the school, the university and others. Additional content generation may include shooting and editing photography and video.
• Create, source and manage content for the KU Law Blog, including writing, editing and graphics. Collaborate with and edit content from contributing writers, including law school students, faculty, staff and alumni.
• Routinely contribute ideas and content for websites, social media, newsletters and other school, university and external publications as needed.
• Maintain relationships with various law school offices and programs - such as Career Services, Admissions, Moot Court, International and Comparative Law and others - to develop messaging and generate content for internal and external audiences.
• Track rankings, accomplishments and media coverage of the school, faculty, students and alumni for cross-channel promotion.
• Assist with designing print and electronic materials as needed.
• Assist with the ongoing development of the law school's strategic communications plan as it relates to communications materials and activities.

Website Maintenance and Multimedia Communications (35%)

• Maintain and manage content on the KU School of Law website (law.ku.edu), in KU's content management system, in collaboration with the Director of External Affairs. Serve as a contact for updates across the site, maintaining news feeds and events calendars, and ensuring overall accuracy, consistency, accessibility and brand alignment.
• Oversee website and social media analytics and produce regular reports.
• Identify and assist with opportunities to produce multimedia pieces for KU School of Law platforms, including video.
• Assist with management of social media channels, including editorial calendar for social media posts, graphics and copy for posts, engagement with audiences, updates to look and feel, and strategic campaigns.
• Produce e-newsletters for law school centers and programs on a consistent schedule. Projects include annual newsletters for the Wheat Law Library, International & Comparative Law Program and the Tribal Law & Government Center.
• Continually analyze the effectiveness of digital communications methods and recommend ways to enhance the school's electronic presence.

Event Support and Marketing (20%)

• Attend and contribute to events, team meetings and event planning sessions.
• Develop promotional materials for School of Law events, including electronic invitations and registration forms, print materials, website content and social media campaigns.
• Lend support at events and public relations activities hosted by the school, including live and virtual events.
• Assist with taking photographs and/or video as might be required for events and activities and performing other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
This position will have a hybrid work arrangement. Incumbent will work remotely and on-site at the Lawrence, Kansas campus based on a set departmental schedule. Occasional after hours work to cover law school events and activities for marketing and communication purposes.

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, marketing, English or relevant field plus one (1) year of related experience OR a High School Diploma/GED and five (5) years of related experience
2. Excellent writing skills, demonstrated by prior work or classwork.

Additional Candidate Instruction

Complete and submit the online application and include the following:

1. Cover letter explaining your interest in the position and assessment of your skills related to the required and preferred qualifications.
2. Resume
3. List of three professional references
4. A writing sample. Candidates may also include additional work samples, such as print and digital design, social media content, etc.

Review of applications will begin on June 1, 2026, and will continue until a suitable candidate is selected. To ensure priority consideration, apply by the review date.

Disclaimer

The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and procedures and is the Title IX Coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY. Reports can be submitted by contacting the Title IX Coordinator as provided herein or using the Title IX online report form and complaints can be submitted with the Title IX Coordinator or using the Title IX online complaint form.