Brand Communications Coordinator - Public Relations

• Spearhead the strategy, content creation, and community management for the university’s TikTok platform, translating campus life and STEM achievements into authentic, highly engaging narratives.
• Support organic and paid acquisition efforts across SEO, AI Engine Optimization (AIEO), and digital ad creative to expand institutional visibility and recruitment reach.
• Craft compelling, targeted copy for email campaigns, web stories, and marketing collateral designed to guide prospective Orediggers from initial interest to successful enrollment.
• Write and distribute prospective student communications, campaign updates, and event details across both digital and traditional print channels.
• Produce cohesive, high-quality visual and written content that strictly aligns with Montana Tech’s institutional brand guidelines.
• Optimize recruitment communications within the EMP/CRM, ensuring a seamless, persuasive, and consistent brand voice across all prospective student touchpoints.

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field, paired with 2+ years of professional experience in marketing, brand management, or corporate communications.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with a proven ability to translate brand messaging across diverse audiences and channels.
• Hands-on experience creating, organizing, and publishing content.

• Experience drafting engaging copy and managing publishing workflows across on TikTok.
• Eye for visual identity, brand consistency, and tone-of-voice alignment.
• Basic familiarity with tracking content performance using analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, social media insights).
• Understanding of SEO and AI Engine Optimization

• This position is an on-premise position, requiring the selected candidate to be in the office 40 hours per week.

• Cover letter addressing qualifications,
• Resume
• Contact information for 3 professional references. 

Application Requirements

For full consideration application materials must be complete.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Montana Tech is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University's mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged. Montana Tech makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant's ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee's ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, Montana Tech provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans.

Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at Montana Tech as legally required (e.g., Form I-9). Montana Tech will require proof of authorization to work in the United States before final hiring.

• Due to the September 19, 2025 Presidential Proclamation and related guidance from USCIS and the Department of State, the University may be limited in its ability to offer H-1B sponsorship. At this time, we are unable to sponsor new H-1B visas that require payment of the additional fee introduced by the Proclamation.

Veterans Employment Preference

To claim veteran's preference please complete the employment (veteran's) preference form located on the employment page and email to [email protected]. You must include the job title of the position in which you are applying.

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Request an Accommodation

To request an accommodation for the application or interview, please contact Cathy Isakson at 406-496-4380 or email [email protected]

Why Work at Tech?

Help meet the changing needs of society by providing a transformative student experience by helping develop leaders for tomorrow by advancing science, engineering and technology.

Benefits Package

In addition, Montana Tech offers an attractive benefits package* which includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage.
• Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour.
• 5.9% retirement employer contribution for eligible employees
• 11 Holidays per year
• 3 weeks of Annual Leave to start
• Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children, doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement.
• 6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees
• Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program
• Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees
• Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions.

*Benefits are dependent on position type and terms and conditions of eligibility.

About Montana Tech

Montana Technological University, Butte Montana, is nestled in the Heart of the Rocky Mountains along the Continental Divide, where I-15 and I-90 intersect. We are home to the largest National Historic District in the country. Montana Tech is a special focus institution with a reputation for excellence and value. Montana Tech is ranked #1 in the nation by CollegeNET.