The Nova Scotia Teachers Union invites applications for the support staff level position of Communications Support Specialist.  The successful candidate must have excellent knowledge of strategic and tactical planning for social media engagement, proven experience in copy writing and editing for both print and web and strong skills in research, analytics and content distribution methods.

Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to social media and online reputation management via Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, etc., copy writing and editing for both print and web, maintenance of membership registry and the generation of meaningful and actionable analytics.

Qualifications:
Degree/Diploma in Public Relations or Communications
Minimum of 3 years social media engagement experience with a proven track record in both strategy and execution
Excellent research and analytic skills
Strong copy writing, editing and proofreading skills
Passionate about writing and social media
Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines
Ability to work under minimal supervision
General tech savviness and willingness to learn new technologies
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Knowledge of HTML and Content Management Systems an asset

Submit applications, including resume and three references, by Noon on September 17, 2015 to:
Human Resources
Nova Scotia Teachers Union
3106 Joseph Howe Drive
Halifax, N.S.  B3L 4L7
hr@nstu.ca

Please quote competition number CSS0911-CB when applying.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

NSTU Policy on Equity & Affirmative Action reads:
“Equity for under-represented groups, i.e., aboriginal persons, racially visible persons, persons with disabilities and women, must be considered in the hiring of staff, secondments, the formation of committees, and the Internship Program.”