Mid-Atlantic HERC

PublicRelations/CommunicationCoordinator

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:
June 3, 2026
If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

Available Title(s):
1281-NN_ADMINPRO - Public Relations/Communication Coordinator, 1281-YN_ADMINPRO - Public Relations/Communication Coordinator

Business Title:
Public Relations/Communication Coordinator

Employee Type:
Admin. Professional

Position Details:

The Opportunity:

As the Public Relations/Communication Coordinator for the Energy Program (EP), you will be responsible for developing and coordinating public relations and communication activities for Washington State University's Energy Program. You will write and edit articles, news releases, newsletters, brochures, web pages, social media content, and other materials, as well as support research and projects that advance the unit's communications and public relations goals. You will lead strategic engagement through digital media, including program websites, social media, blogs, newsletters, annual reports, and promotion of Energy Program publications. In this role, you will research and write original content for blogs, social media, reports, technical memos, and extension materials, and promote programs, projects, and engagement opportunities to both internal WSU and external audiences. You will develop and implement unit communication strategies; edit and proofread materials for blogs, newsletters, and reports; promote and facilitate internal communications; and create visual media such as figures, graphics, and other design elements. You will also ensure adherence to digital accessibility guidelines and perform other duties as required.

Additional Information:

This is a full time (100% FTE), temporary position. Overtime eligibility will be determined based on final salary placement.

Temporary End Date: This is a temporary position expected to end on June 30th, 2027. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.

Monthly Salary: $4,689.05 - $7,033.58 | with experience and qualifications

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, marketing or other relevant field AND either two (2) years of professional experience in print OR broadcast news media, public relations, marketing including the use of electronic media or two (2) years of other relevant professional experience. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
  
• Demonstrated ability to interact with large groups and individuals at all work levels.
  
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of computers and software applications.
  
• Demonstrated experience communicating about energy or related topics.
  
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with subject matter experts on communications products.
  
• Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver's license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.
  
• Ability and willingness to travel regionally, including occasional overnight travel.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in public relations, communications, marketing or other relevant field.
  
• Experience working in a higher education setting.
  
• Education or experience in the energy field.
  
• Experience overseeing the design and production of digital materials and publications.
  

Position Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

About Department/College/Area/ Campus - WSU Energy Program | Washington State University

Area/College: College of Agricultural Human & Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS)
Department Name: Energy Program
Location: Olympia, WA

Application Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.

1) Resume
2) Cover Letter

External candidates, upload all documents in the 'Application Document' section of your application.
Current WSU Employees (internal candidates), before starting your Workday application, please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday. Internal candidates, upload all documents in the 'Resume/Cover Letter' section of your application.

Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible.

Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday.

Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Time Type:
Full time

Position Term:
12 Month

Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract.

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More information, resources, and contact information are available here: https://ccr.wsu.edu/notice-of-nondiscrimination/

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Washington State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Educator and Employer.







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