Social Media Coordinator

Position Details

Position Information



Position Type Civil Service Classification Title Marketing Associate Position's Functional Title Social Media Coordinator Position Start Date Position End Date (if temporary) Position Summary
Governors State University is seeking to hire a Social Media and Brand Coordinator to report to Project Manager in the Office of Marketing and Communications to develop initiatives and increase, integrate, and sustain brand awareness across digital, web, and print platforms. Using the Strategic Communications Plan, the Coordinator will create content in line with objectives to improve reputation, relationships, and revenue both internally and externally.

The Coordinator will work closely with on-campus departments such as the Center for Student Engagement and Intercultural Programming, Housing and Auxiliary Services, Digital Learning and Media Design, and Admissions to create a strong external brand across all digital, print, and media channels, as well as to promote internal pride among students, faculty, and staff through targeted messaging.

Essential Responsibilities
20% Manage and coordinate university-wide social media content, providing constructive feedback for social media management across the university.

20% Consult, implement, and collaborate with the management of GSU social media strategy.

20% Work in multidisciplinary team with writers, designers, and photographers to create engaging
social media content and facilitate production.

10% Evaluate and report on the metrics of users’ journey across platforms.

10% Manage advocate team of students, who will create student-focused content, showcasing the
student experience.

5% Assist with promotion of major university events such as commencement, convocation,
homecoming etc. and write weekly Events @ GovState newsletter.

5% Measure the analytics of social media, digital, and advertising.

5% Stay up to date with latest social media and digital best practices, ADA compliance, and technologies, especially in higher education.

5% All other duties assigned.

Starting Salary: $50,992.50.
(This is a non-unionized position. Salary starts at the base and is determined based on Education and Experience exceeding the minimum qualifications).

This position qualifies for an expansive suite of fringe benefits including, various insurance options, paid time off, retirement and investment options, and tuition waivers. Visit: https://www.govst.edu/benefits/ .

Minimum Qualifications
REQUIRED : COLLEGE / UNIVERSITY TRANSCRIPTS, WHICH INCLUDES THE EARNED DEGREE AND CONFERRED DATE MUST BE ATTACHED FOR CONSIDERATION OF THIS POSITION (See “Special instructions to applicants” section below).

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, public relations, journalism, English, or a closely related field.
• One (1) year of work experience as a professional or intern in social media, marketing, public relations, communications, brand management, or a related area.

Note: Master’s Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year of work experience.

EXAM TYPE : CREDENTIAL ( YOU DO NOT HAVE TO COME IN FOR THIS EXAM )

For more details about this classification, visit: https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/Detail.aspx?tblClassIndexID=3696. Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, advertising, English, or relevant field.
• Progressive professional responsibility working in advertising or marketing.
• Experience generating and scheduling social media content.
• Experience with brand development, management, and maintenance.
• Experience managing large and small-scale projects.
• Meticulous copy-editing skills.
• Fluent in Spanish is a plus. Posting Date 09/19/2022 Closing Date 09/29/2022 Open Until Filled No Posting Number CS0725P Type of Search External Quicklink for Posting https://employment.govst.edu/postings/7666 Employee ID Department Special Instructions to Applicants
DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENT :
For consideration, applicants are required to attach the following:
1: All College/University Transcripts.
2: Online Application – Must be fully completed, include all dates of employment, employment status (full-time or if part-time, include percentages), job duties and responsibilities (full details).
3: Cover Letter.
4: Resume.
5: A list of three Professional References (We will only contact your references if you are a finalist).

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT :
Illinois residency required within 180 days of the hire date.

CREDENTIAL ASSESSMENT EXAM DETAILS :
This vacancy involves a Credential Assessment Examination which consist of a review and rating of the applicants Education, Experience, Licenses, and other qualifications. Applicants are required to provide electronic documentation as listed above to verify that the minimum qualifications for this position has been met.

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS :
Veterans may be eligible to receive additional points on a passing final examination score. To determine eligibility, submit one of the following documents to the Department of Human Resources:
1: Department of Defense – DD214 / DD215
2: National Guard – NGB22 Form
3: Discharge Orders
4: Reserves – DD256 Discharge Certificate

Note: Documentation must be received by the closing date of this posting. Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   • Public Job Posting
   • Internal Job Posting
   • Agency Referral
   • Advertisement/Publication
   • Personal Referral
   • Website
   • Other
2. * Are you a resident of the State of Illinois?
   • Yes
   • No
3. Do you have a Bachelor's degree?
   • Yes
   • No
4. Did you attached of your college/university transcript which verifies your degree awarded and confirmed date?
   • Yes
   • No
5. Have you completed the entire application including beginning and end dates of employment, full time/part time status, and percentages?
   • Yes
   • No

Required Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. List of Three Professional References
4. College/University Transcripts

Optional Documents

1. Veteran’s/Military Preference Points Documentation
2. Other
3. Other2
4. Other3