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Communications Officer Utah Forest Restoration Institute (UFRI) - Marketer II

Utah State University
Minimum $52,100; Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits.
United States, Utah, Logan
Jun 14, 2025


Communications Officer Utah Forest Restoration Institute (UFRI) - Marketer II

Requisition ID: 2025-9228
# of Openings: 1
Location: US-UT-Logan
Category: Marketing & PR
Position Type: Benefited Full-Time
Job Classification: Exempt
College: Quinney College of Natural Resourcs
Department: Wildland Resources
Advertised Salary: Minimum $52,100; Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits.

Overview
The Utah Forest Restoration Institute (UFRI) in the Department of Wildland Resources (WILD) at Utah State University (USU) is seeking a dynamic full-time (1.0 FTE) Communications Officer (Marketer II) to lead UFRI's strategic communications and public engagement initiatives. The Communications Officer--working individually and as part of a productive team--will provide strategic communication leadership; create and disseminate content for multiple and diverse audiences utilizing advanced communications tools and platforms; and engage across the full spectrum of Utah media and news organizations to share the institute's work and impact across the state.

Responsibilities
  • Strategic Communication Leadership: - Develop and implement a comprehensive communication strategy that aligns with UFRI vision, mission, and objectives; supports our objective to establish the institute as a leader in management-focused forest restoration; and integrates cross-program narratives on science-based solutions. - Design and execute a cohesive visual identity across all UFRI products and services. - Conduct stakeholder and audience mapping to inform communication approaches. - Proactively manage communication vis-a-vis perceived risks and opportunities.
  • Content Creation: - Translate complex scientific research and adaptive management goals, approaches, and results into accessible and engaging content for diverse audiences. - Effectively, productively, and respectfully collaborate with researchers, managers, and other subject matter experts to educate policy and decision makers, the media, and the public. - Utilize advanced communication tools and platforms, including data visualization and infographics.
  • Media Engagement: - Lead UFRI media engagement efforts by creating media content and press materials and responding to media inquiries; and by proactively developing strategic relationships that promote science-based journalism and inform public opinion and policy.
  • Team Work and Training: - Plan, develop, and implement media training for UFRI staff.


Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in communication, journalism, public relations, environmental science, or other related field.
  • Minimum of two (2) years experience in communication with focus on education, research, natural resource management, environmental policy, or environmental advocacy.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in a science or natural resources field.
  • Experience in data visualization, scientific communication, and/or technical writing.
  • Familiarity with forest management practices and/or ecological research/monitoring methodologies.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
  • Exceptional attention to detail, including advanced editing skills.
  • Intuitive ability to translate technical information into compelling narratives for diverse audiences.
  • Advanced digital communication and multimedia content creation skills.
  • Experience working with research teams in an academic or institutional setting.
  • Adeptness at relationship-building, collaboration, and co-creation/-ideation.
  • Background in science and natural resource management.


Required Documents
Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"

2. Name and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered into Candidate Profile

3. Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary
Minimum $52,100; Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits.

ADA
The environment and physical requirements may change depending on the specific function of the work performed. Incumbents will mostly be in indoor environments, such as an office space, event space, or public space, where they are protected from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes. Incumbents may nearly continuously sit and often use repetitive hand motion (such as typing). Responsibilities may also include occasional work outdoors, where incumbents may not be protected from weather conditions and may be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold. Incumbents may be required to walk and/or stand for long periods of time.

University Highlights
The S. J. & Jessie E. Quinney College of Natural Resources is nationally and internationally recognized for its research, extension, and teaching on natural and socio-environmental ecosystems. It is a high-impact college at Utah State University with over $15M in research funding annually, 55 tenure-track faculty in three departments, and close partnerships with federal and state natural resource agencies.

The Department of Wildland Resources in QCNR encompasses research in applied terrestrial ecology, including the ecology and management of wildlife, forests, rangelands, conservation biology, and climate change adaptation. Award-winning faculty teach courses that prepare students for professional careers in many natural resources fields, including programs accredited by the Society of American Foresters and the Society for Range Management and aligned with the Society of Ecological Restoration.

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls 28,900 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah's counties.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies' long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university's ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu .

*updated 02/2025

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Notice of Non-discrimination
In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USUs non-discrimination policies:
Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266
Title IX Coordinator Matthew Pinner, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266
Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, Ut 84322
For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact:
U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov
U.S. Department of Education, Denver Regional Office, 303-844-5695, OCR.Denver@ed.gov


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