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Job Title
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Marketing and Communications Specialist
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Classification
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Public Affairs/Communications Specialist II
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AutoReqId
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545394
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Department
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Student Life and Leadership
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Division
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Student Engagement
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Salary Range
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Classification Range $4,146 - $7,500 per month
(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $4,146 - $4,985 per month)
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Appointment Type
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Temporary
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Time Base
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Full Time
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Work Schedule
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Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; this is a temporary position to end on or before June 30, 2025, with a possibility of renewal on an annual basis if funds and/or program needs exist.
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About CSUF
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Standing on 241 acres in the heart of Southern California, the University was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 40,000 students. As Titans, we believe that diverse perspectives deepen our understanding. We are committed to giving students the support they need to graduate, while responding to California’s revolving work force needs. At Cal State Fullerton we strive for continual improvement of students, staff, faculty, and administrators through orientations, training programs, and professional development opportunities. As part of the Titan Community, you have access to many campus facilities and services including but not limited to the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, the Arboretum and Botanical Garden at Cal State Fullerton, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the Employee Wellness Program.
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Job Summary
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It is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive University that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff, and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from various career disciplines that share the University’s mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.
About the Position:
The Office of Student Life and Leadership is committed to providing support and fostering community engagement to empower students through involvement, leadership, and co-curricular learning opportunities to enhance their Titan Experience. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Marketing and Communications Specialist (Public Affairs/Communications Specialist II). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.
Under the direction and guidance of the Director of Student Life and Leadership, the Marketing and Communications Specialist develops and implements marketing strategies, communication plans, outreach efforts, and engagement initiatives that promote department initiatives within the Engagement and Well-Being cluster, specifically Basic Needs Services, Dean of Students/Care Services, Disability Support Services, Office of Student Conduct, and Student Life and Leadership. The Marketing and Communications Specialist will prioritize requests from Basic Needs Services. The Marketing and Communications Specialist creates various social media images; handles communication for social media and email; develops newsletters; enhances existing and new presentations for workshops and events; creates videos for communication and promotion; creates images for websites; recommends and implements website revisions; and participation on related committees. The Marketing and Communications Specialist will also represent departments within the Engagement and Well-Being cluster at communications-related work groups or committees. Other duties as assigned.
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Essential Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in a related field and up to two years or related professional or technical experience. Knowledge of the fundamentals of public affairs and/or media relations, as well as some exposure to marketing and marketing research. Possession of strong written and verbal communication skills with a solid foundation in grammar, spelling, and the composition of various communication vehicles. Ability to serve as a media spokesperson and/or senior editor. Working knowledge of copyright and other applicable laws pertaining to publications and the media. Thorough knowledge of web communication techniques, vehicles, and formats. Ability to effectively use web technology to achieve communication goals. Ability to analyze and select pertinent facts and integrate them into communication vehicles. Possession of strong story development and journalistic writing skills, as well as advanced editorial skills. Knowledge of interview techniques and the ability to define and deliver media messages. Working knowledge of marketing and research techniques and methods. Ability to apply market research to identify communication needs and target audiences. Ability to apply appropriate statistical techniques and methods to research. Possession of exceptional interpersonal skills, including strong public speaking, listening, and interpretive skills. Ability to provide lead work direction. Working knowledge of popular social media outlets with the ability to schedule, submit information, and regulate content.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
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Preferred Qualifications
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Knowledge of campus and community resources for students. Participation in ally ship trainings or willingness to participate in on-campus ally trainings after hiring. Knowledge and experience with platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Canvas, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. Forward thinker in recruitment, outreach, and marketing for a major university. Ability to use standard office equipment and software (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Outlook). Ability and specialized skills to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing; work independently and effectively as part of a team; exercise tact, discretion, and good judgment; handle sensitive and confidential information; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; and possess strong computer skills including word processors, spreadsheets, and databases.
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Special Working Conditions
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Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator
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Additional Information
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California State University, Fullerton celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the University’s strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.
As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
The person holding this position is considered a general mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirement outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.
This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) position under the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. CSAs are responsible for reporting allegations of Clery Act Crimes reported to them or that they witness. CSA training is required.
Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.
If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position.
Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.
Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration.
California State University, Fullerton is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e., H1-B Visas).
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Hiring Preference
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On-Campus CSUEU Employees
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