Please see Special Instructions for more details. THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY OPEN TO UNIVERSITY COMMUNICATIONS AND MARKETING EMPLOYEES ONLY.
Please complete the online application and attach required documents. Required documents include a detailed cover letter, resume, and a list of at least three (3) professional references with current contact information, including email addresses. Review of applications and interviews will begin immediately and the position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by posting end date.
Posting Details Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the 'Posting End Date' shown below.
Position Information
Job Title Social Media Coordinator (Academic)
Applications Accepted From Planning Unit
Special Instructions to Applicants THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY OPEN TO UNIVERSITY COMMUNICATIONS AND MARKETING EMPLOYEES ONLY .
Please complete the online application and attach required documents. Required documents include a detailed cover letter, resume, and a list of at least three (3) professional references with current contact information, including email addresses. Review of applications and interviews will begin immediately and the position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by posting end date.
This position is eligible for the following benefits: medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.
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Job Description Reporting to the Manager of Academic Social Media, the Social Media Coordinator creates and posts day-to-day social media content on the following channels: academic colleges and OHIO Online. This position will organize and populate the content calendar for their respective social media channels. They will take ownership of the social posting process, including copywriting, gathering and/or creating assets (photo, video, website, graphics, etc.), ensuring digital accessibility and OHIO brand guidelines, and creating social media posts. Using Sprout Social, and monitor day-to-day conversations and interactions with our audiences, including direct messages and questions.
This position is located in Athens, Ohio. May occasionally work outside of normal office hours for on-campus activities, programming, etc., on an as-needed basis.
Expectations of successful candidate include:
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple milestones and projects efficiently Professional written and interpersonal skills Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in communications, marketing, journalism, or a related field Experience in social media content curation for a company or organization
An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.
Preferred Qualifications Experience with social media management tools, such as Sprout Social or Hootsuite Experience analyzing social media data metrics Familiarity with digital accessibility Experience creating visual assets for social media campaigns – ex: photo, video, website, graphics, etc. Prior experience working in the higher education field Department University Communications and Marketing
Pay Rate Target hiring range for this role is $36,279 to $45,296. The final offer will be commensurate with the candidate's education and experience in relation to the minimum qualifications for the position, while also considering internal equity.
Employees enjoy a generous benefits package including:
11 paid holidays, sick time (15 days per year), vacation time (21 days per year), winter break closure, a tuition waiver up to 100% for self and dependents, a comprehensive insurance package (including but not limited to prescription, vision, dental, and life insurance), an excellent retirement plan with up to a 14% company contribution, a paid parental leave program, adoption reimbursement, counseling and mental health care, access to professional development programs, and more. Additional information is available at
Job Open Date 05/03/2024
Posting Close Date 05/07/2024
Job Category Administrative at-will appointment
Months 12 month
Planning Unit University Communications and Marketing
Work Schedule 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Monday through Friday
May occasionally be required to work outside of normal office hours for on-campus activities, programming, etc., on an as-needed basis.
Campus Athens
Expected hours worked per week 40+
Expected duration of assignment Indefinite
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position. Eli Burris,
Diversity Statement Ohio University is proud of its rich history, diverse campuses, international communities, and beautiful Appalachian settings. As part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming, respectful, diverse, and inclusive workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, ethnicity, national origin, national ancestry, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, military service or veteran status, mental or physical disability, or genetic information. Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
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Employment Type full-time regular
Job Family/Subfamily Communications & Marketing-General Communications
Career Track & Level IC 1
Pay Grade CA&P|14|
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