The Public Relations Department at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville has a job opening for a writer. The writer is responsible for coverage of all events on the UW campus. This is a LTE (limited term employee) position to work 1043 hours during a 12-month period. Please see the job posting on the UW-Platteville website (
http://www.uwplatt.edu/pers/employ.htm). Deadline for application is Aug. 15, 2008. Anyone with questions may call Lee Jadaan, director of Public Relations, at 608-342-1526. UW-Platteville is an AA/EEO Employer.
Bachelor's degree in journalism or English strongly preferred. Experience in newspaper writing necessary. The applicant must be able to demonstrate experience working with racially diverse populations. Excellent written and oral communication skills are required. Excellent interpersonal and computer skills are necessary.
Employment will require a criminal background check.
Submit a cover letter that addresses the requirements of the position, a current resume, three references (names, addresses, and phone numbers) and sample of writing to:
Lee Jadaan, Director of Public Relations
University of Wisconsin-Platteville
1 University Plaza
Platteville WI 53818
Submit materials by Aug. 15, 2008.
Wisconsin State Government is an equal opportunity employer operating under an approved affirmative action plan. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply.