Friends University is committed to work-life balance for its employees by offering flex work options, up to 4 weeks of vacation, 96 hours of sick leave per year, up to 13 1/2 paid holidays, half day Fridays June through July, up to 5% retirement matching, and free undergraduate tuition for you, your spouse, and your dependents.

Friends University is seeking to fill the PR and Communication Specialist position in Wichita Kansas. This position provides direction and oversight for developing, deploying, enhancing, and monitoring communication initiatives and tactical plans.  Serve as a ‘front-line’ communications resource presenting Friends University to a range of internal and external stakeholders using both traditional channels and new media as appropriate.  Work hours are 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and average 40-45 per week.   Occasional evening and/or weekend hours may be requested.  Attendance at some university events may be requested, and some travel is required.

Friends University seeks to hire individuals who will embrace our mission and celebrate our commitment to equipping students to honor God in their personal, professional, and spiritual lives by adhering to the University’s RISE Core Values (Respect, Inclusion, Service and Excellence).  The mission of the University is:

Friends University, a Christian University of Quaker heritage, equips students to honor God and serve others by integrating their intellectual, spiritual, and professional lives.

Prior work experience with communications and writing or editing experience is desired: experience in higher education preferred.

A bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, marketing, or related field required.

Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills are necessary. Ability to operate computer equipment and software including word-processing, email service provider tools, spreadsheet, and internal database mainframe for record keeping and communication purposes (Microsoft Office preferred). Ability to research and write in a variety of styles including writing for websites, advertisements, magazines, stories, news related items. Experience writing in Associated Press style.

Pay range 42k - 46k

Please visit our employment site at https://www.friends.edu/employment-opportunities/ to apply.  Only applications submitted through this Friends University website application process will be accepted.

Friends University aspires to be a model of excellence in higher education. As an expression of our Christian faith, we aim to prepare our students for success in a diverse and interconnected world by providing transformative learning experiences that embrace different viewpoints. As we seek individuals to join our Friends University community, we encourage candidates who share our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion to apply. Join us as we continue on this journey towards a more just and inclusive future for all.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Friends University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.