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What can I do with a Communication Studies degree?

A Communication Studies certificate or degree helps you develop the wide range of communication skills that employers seek, but a Certificate, AA, BA, or MA in Communication Studies isn't always listed as a requirement in job postings. Confusing? That's exactly why this blog exists. Every Monday, this blog highlights a job posting in the Modesto, California area for which COMM graduates, majors, minors, or certificate holders are exceptionally qualified. Some of these jobs require a COMM degree, but most list keywords and phrases that indicate the desirability of the communication skills you developed while completing your COMM classes.  Job Search Tips:  Looking for a job and don't want to wait for weekly posts? No problem. Sign up for an indeed.com account now to access many of these postings. Current MJC students can find a variety of helpful employment resources through the Career Services Center .

Full-Time Communications Dispatcher II (San Joaquin County)

  Job Title: Communications Dispatcher II Company: San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office Job Description This recruitment is being given to fill current vacancies with the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office and to establish an eligible list which may be used to fill future vacancies. The Communications Dispatcher II position is the journey level class in the Communications Dispatcher series. Incumbents must have one year of experience as a public safety dispatcher equivalent to a Communications Dispatcher I in San Joaquin County; and, if not already possessed, will be required to obtain a valid POST Public Safety Dispatcher Certificate within one year from date of hire. Responsibilities Receives and acknowledges calls on radio equipment and phones; screens incoming calls to elicit information necessary to identify problem, to evaluate the urgency and seriousness of the problem and to determine the appropriate action. Receives and processes requests for information from units; o

Full-Time Senior Communications Specialist (Turlock)

  Job Title: Senior Communications Specialist (Classified as: Public Affairs/Communications Specialist III) Company: CSU Stanislaus Job Description Full-time position available on or after November 15, 2022 in Athletics. Under general direction by the Senior Associate Athletics Director, the Senior Communications Specialist is independently responsible for all aspects of the collection, dissemination, and cataloguing of athletic publicity and statistics. This position is directly responsible for athletic event staffing (student assistants for statistical reporting related to the collection of data) and publicity. Responsibilities Duties include but are not limited to: Responsible for the planning, lead direction, coordination and execution of all athletics communications emanating from the athletic environment. Represent Athletics by serving on the campus University Communications Team. Direct and coordinate all media requests for all athletic events. Responsible for appropriate docume

Part-Time On-Air Radio Personality (Modesto/Stockton)

  Job Title: On-Air Radio Personality Company: Cumulus Media Job Description CUMULUS | Modesto/Stockton , CA currently features 8 stations in the Modesto/Stockton area and surrounding counties.  Our stations include:  KATM-FM, KHKK-FM/KDJK-FM, KWIN-FM/KWNN-FM, KHOP-FM, KJOY-FM, and KESP-AM.  The cluster of 8 stations reaches thousands of listeners on a daily basis.        Responsibilities include hosting or co-hosting shows that generate ratings by being entertaining, informative, community oriented and forwarding the brand.  Must have a deep understanding of how to go beyond the latest news, headlines, and events to craft an entertaining and unique product.  The candidate should be able to plan and produce a quality show, through creative ideas, segments, celebrity interviews and production elements.  As an ambassador for Cumulus, participation in station and client events/remotes, connecting with the community and our listeners, building a relationship with clients through the sales

Full-Time Director of Corporate Communications (Modesto)

  Job Title: Director of Corporate Communications Company: Valley First Credit Union Job Description The Director of Corporate Communications works closely with the President & CEO and oversees all communications involving the credit union including the development and implementation of a communications strategy and a broad and diverse range of business, Board of Director, public relations, employee and marketing communications. Responsibilities Provide communications support to CEO to effectively communicate Valley First's company culture and brand. Design, execute, and iterate, as needed, thought leadership and executive positioning strategy for CEO including message platform, internal team engagements, and external thought leadership opportunities through traditional media, social media, business organizations, events, and other opportunities. Manage the development of employee communications initiatives and campaigns, inclusive of written content, internal feature stories a

Full-Time Communications & Marketing Director (Modesto)

  Job Title: Communications & Marketing Director Employer: The American Heart Association Job Description The American Heart Association (AHA) has an excellent opportunity for a  Communications and Marketing Director   .  The Communications and Marketing Director will oversee the Sacramento and Stockton/Modesto Division. This is a field/home based position and involves regular work performed from a home office environment, regular meetings in the Sacramento office and remote locations for business meetings and events, some of which are outdoors. Under general supervision, the Communications & Marketing Director manages, plans, directs, and implements the communications, marketing, and media and public relations plans of the American Heart Association in a specified market, in addition to assisting the communications team as needed for other territories. The Communications and Marketing Director provides targeted, proactive positioning of the American Heart Association as the pu

Indefinite Blog Hiatus

Thank you for visiting the COMM Jobs blog. We are in an indefinite hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. If you are looking for work right now in Stanislaus County, check out Indeed's Coronavirus Job Resources . In the meantime, please take care of yourself and your loved ones. -Professor Leslie Collins

Part-Time Interpreter in Turlock

Job Title: Interpreter Company: International Rescue Committee Job Description IRC is looking for a dedicated, compassionate professional to support our case management team. This position allows staff to make an impact on individuals' quality of life, self-worth, and independence. The interpreter will provide interpretation and translation services for clients who possess limited proficiency in English. This position is part-time, with shifts scheduled on an as-needed basis. The interpreter provides services in person and/or over-the-phone, depending upon need. Responsibilities Providing interpretation in Arabic, Russian, French, Swahili, Spanish, Nepali, Burmese, Farsi/Dari or other languages of IRC clients. Providing IRC staff with interpretation support as they work with clients both in one-on-one and group settings. Attend job interviews, orientations, and other appointments with clients to interpret meetings and discussions Provide clerical support and assist

On-Call Communication Operator in Manteca

Job Title: Communication Operator - Grade 125 Company: Kaiser Permanente - Manteca Medical Center Job Description Under direct supervision, receives incoming calls, initials emergency call notification, pages medical center personnel on request, and maintains various records, as required. Responsibilities Following established policies and procedures, establishes and maintains courteous, cooperative relations with the public, patients and other personnel. Promotes, ensures, and improves customer services to internal/external customers by demonstrating skills which are consistent with the organization's philosophy of providing extraordinary customer relations and quality service. Receives and routes incoming calls to appropriate stations. Pages medical center personnel. Responds to callers' inquiries concerning patient condition and other requests for information. Announces appropriate and urgent messages. Serves as central communications point for all in-house

Full-Time Director of Communications in Hilmar

Job Title: Director of Communications Company: Hilmar Cheese Company At Hilmar Cheese Company we improve lives around the world. Committed to innovation and sustainability, Hilmar Cheese Company, and our division, Hilmar Ingredients, serves customers in more than 50 countries. State-of-the art production facilities in California and Texas convert an abundance of high-quality milk into a variety of nutritious cheeses, whey protein and lactose. Job Description You will lead and execute all communication activities for Hilmar Cheese Company in this leading role. This includes the strategic development, implementation and measurement for all internal and external communications tools such as website, digital marketing, branding, and public relations. You will build messaging plans. You will help manage the company’s reputation and build our brand among key audiences. You will serve as a trusted and sought after advisor to the senior leadership team. This work will advance our in

Part-Time Game Day Production Staff in Modesto

Job Title: Game Day Production Staff Company: Modesto Nuts Modesto California has harbored affiliated baseball since 1946, partnering with 11 different organizations including the New York Yankees, St. Louis Cardinals, Oakland Athletics & Colorado Rockies. In 2016, the Nuts signed a new partnership with the Seattle Mariners. They are now their High-A Affiliate in the California League. The Modesto franchise has played in the historic John Thurman Field since 1955 updating the stadium in 1997 & 2008. Additional accolades include winning California League Organization of the year in back to back seasons in 2010 & 2011 as well as 5 consecutive attendance records from 2007-2011. Job Description The Modesto Nuts are looking to add motivated individuals to their team that possess grit. Individuals that understand the value of hard work and possess a selfless attitude, set goals for themselves and enjoy being challenged, hustle even when they aren’t asked to, seek out sel