Digital Content & Social Media Strategist - Communications and Marketing

This position is Open until filled. Early applications are encouraged as the position may close before the listed deadline once a suitable candidate is found.

Summary of Job Duties:

The Digital Content & Social Media Strategist is a key communications and digital engagement role within the Marketing & Communications shared services unit for the Division of Student Affairs. This position is responsible for leading the Division’s social media strategy, while also supporting branding, creative design, and digital storytelling efforts. This position will report to the Sr. Director of Marketing and Communications.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Minimum Qualifications: 

Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, public relations, digital media, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education

At least two years of professional experience managing social media platforms for an organization, brand, or institution

Demonstrated experience creating and curating digital content (e.g., photography, video, graphics, copywriting)

Applicable equivalencies may be considered for the above qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications: 

Master’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, higher education, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education

At least three to five years of progressively responsible experience in digital communications, social media management, or strategic content development

Experience in higher education or student affairs communications. 

Experience mentoring, training, or supervising student employees, interns, or junior staff

Experience using social media management and analytics tools (e.g., Meta Business Suite, Hootsuite, Sprout Social, native platform insights)

Portfolio Requirements:

Applicants must submit a portfolio of previous work required.

Applications without a portfolio will not be considered.

Salary Information:

$51,021 (Commensurate with education and experience)

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Other (see special instructions for details), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Lucciana Lorenzetti