Job SummaryUnder the direct supervision of the Senior Communications Strategist, the incumbent is responsible for the coordination of a wide variety of tasks, including, but not limited to: University-wide collaborations, planning, implementation, aid in programs and events, and content creation. Specific responsibilities include the planning, promotion, coordination, and execution of various Academic Affairs programs, communications, and events.Key ResponsibilitiesSocial Media Planning and Coordination - Under the supervision of the Senior Communications Strategist, incumbent coordinates the daily planning, promotion, implementation, and assessment of social media posts for a university-wide audience. Assists with planning, creation, implementation, evaluation, and assessment from conception to completion. Multimedia Content (Social Media, Video, Podcast) - Aids in ideation, planning, coordination, and creation of video and podcast content schedules. Utilizes industry standard programs such as Canva, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Audition, Audacity, and Photoshop.Monthly and Additional Newsletter - Research, compile, edit, and draft messages to be approved by the Senior Communications Strategist for monthly Provost's Message. Research various topics relevant to current university plans.Coordination of Strategic Communications Plan - Uses Basecamp to establish an electronic timeline of specific academic affairs events that shows task breakdown and duties to share across departments and programs. Aids in agenda creation and run of show for all participants. Assists the Senior Communications Strategist with creating, writing, promoting, and editing programs, invitations, scripts, biographies, and multimedia materials and updating Web content for division and university events.Knowledge Skills and AbilitiesAbility to work with a variety of offices and individuals in planning, managing, and implementing complex university events. Thorough knowledge and understanding of concepts, principles and practices of event planning and public relations, including mechanics of content creation, AP style writing and editing, and current programs. Highly developed judgment, decision-making, and problem recognition/avoidance/resolution skills, including skill in determining those issues/problems that need to be brought to supervisor's attention. Ability to effectively deal with problems in the moment.Independent planning and judgment of work to meet critical deadlines. Strong communication skills. Strong organizational and problem resolution skills. Experience coordinating complex programs and events. Excellent writing/editing/proofreading skills.Ability to maintain a safe work environment. Thorough knowledge of various computer programs (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Contribute, etc.) and other office equipment (i.e., fax machine, printers, multi-line telephone, calculator, etc.).Ability to handle multiple priorities. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with many interruptions. Ability to coordinate with Event Management System and Disabled Student Services. Must have a working understanding of social media.Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community. Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures. Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student, and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."Education and ExperienceEquivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of related professional or technical experience required.Experience working in a university (academic) environment preferred.Experience in content creation, public relations, social media management, and writing and editing preferred.Physical SummaryLight work - Job involves some lifting of medium weight objects (10-20 pounds) and/or 10% - 20% of the job involves standing or walking.Licenses / CertificatesValid CA Driver License is preferred.DepartmentOffice of the ProvostClassificationPublic Affairs/Communication Specialist ICompensationSalary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department's fiscal resources.Hiring Range:The hiring range for this position is $3,505 - $4,112 per month commensurate with candidate's education, experience, skills, and training.CSU Classification Salary Range:The CSU Classification Salary Range for this position is $3,505 - $5,936 per month.BenefitsExcellent benefits through CalPERS (health, vision, dental), tuition fee waiver, generous vacation and sick leave, and 14 paid holidays each year.Time Base1.0 time-base, 40 hours per week.Duration of AppointmentThis is a temporary position for 1 year with no permanent status granted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending date.Application ProceduresClick Apply Now to complete the CSULB Online Employment Application.PLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATION COMPLETELY.It is important that all sections of the on-line application are filled out completely and accurately. Please include all relevant education and experience. Your application will be used to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Additional InformationA 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 satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1B Visas).California State University Long Beach expects respectful, professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected of all employees.Equal Employment StatementCalifornia State University Long Beach is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that is strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of the campus community. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, and veteran or military status.AccommodationsWe provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact ****** .Out of State Employment PolicyCalifornia State University, Long Beach, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California.As of January 1, 2022 theCSU Out-of-State Employment Policyprohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
