Job Title

Social Media Specialist

Classification

Public Affairs/Communications Specialist I

AutoReqId

544082

Department

Arts Marketing and Patron Services

Division

College of Arts

Salary Range

Classification Range $3,680 - $6,233 per month

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $3,680 - $4,318 per month)

Appointment Type

Ongoing

Time Base

Full-Time

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

About CSUF

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.

Job Summary

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: 

Cal State Fullerton’s College of the Arts is an essential part of the creative fabric of Southern California, proudly serving as both an academic and cultural resource. We are a living laboratory for the arts, where success is measured in lines of dialogue, phrases of choreography, sheets of music and slabs of clay. Our alumni leave lasting legacies by contributing to the vitality of the arts nationally and globally and can be found in all facets of the thriving art and entertainment industries. We seek and exception individual to join our team as the Social Media Specialist (Public Affairs/Communications Specialist I). 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.

Cal State Fullerton’s College of the Arts is seeking a digital storyteller for the position of Social Media Specialist.

We’re looking for a content creator who brings new ideas to the table, is passionate about creating engaging content primarily for the digital experience and will excel in a collaborative environment.

Under the direction of the Director of Marketing & Patron Services, the Social Media Specialist will enhance the college’s brand awareness and attract enthusiasts (current students, prospective students, alumni, faculty, staff and community members) through its centralized social media platforms.

The Social Media Specialist is responsible for developing and administering social media content designed to engage users and create an interactive online relationship between all enthusiasts. The Social Media Specialist will maintain and strengthen the presence of all platforms (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X) for the college of the arts, music, theatre and dance, and visual arts, Other Duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications

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, as well as some exposure to marketing and marketing research. Knowledge of basic web communication techniques, vehicles and formats. Ability to maintain cooperative and cordial relations with individuals and/or groups while obtaining, interpreting, and disseminating information about activities, programs, and objectives of an organization. Strong written and verbal communications skills with a solid foundation in grammar, spelling, punctuation, and modern English usage. Must possess the ability to manage people, solve problems, and coordinate activities where direct supervision is shared.

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.  

Preferred Qualifications

Two years of experience (inclusive of internships, etc.) in communications, marketing, public relations or related fields. Strong knowledge of social media trends. Experience in social media strategy and content management. Experience shooting and editing video for social media platforms. Experience writing compelling copy on social and web platforms for a diverse range of audiences. Experience generating original photography. Experience with social media or website data collection and analytics. Experience using content management systems to create, format and distribute content. Ability to manage multiple projects effectively and within set timeframes and to prioritize competing demands. Demonstrated commitment to enhancing diversity through inclusive design and language.

Special Working Conditions

Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator

Additional Information

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.

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).

Hiring Preference

On-Campus CSUEU Employees