Engagement Content And Communications Specialist

Job Summary
The Engagement Content and Communications Specialist works in close coordination with the Assistant Director of Resource and Operations to advance the Career Center's mission by leading the planning, developing, and operational implementation of communication and outreach projects revolving around career services resources and events.

Key Responsibilities
Lead the planning, development, delivery and assessment of Career Center engagement strategy and communication content
Operational optimization to ensure seamless delivery of all Career Center events and programs
Communications and outreach plan implementation, including accurate and timely publications of event and programming assets, newsletters, reports, and outcomes across all types of media - print, digital, and in-person

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Demonstrated excellence in written communication
Strong skill in effective communication with stakeholders to drive involvement, including identifying needs, responding efficiently and effectively, and interacting with diplomacy
Skill in developing and publishing web content
Skill in embedding elements such as images, videos, tables, and data feeds into web pages
Skill in organizing websites for optimal navigation and in search-engine optimization
Skill in video editing using various tools such as Camtasia, Adobe Premier Pro, Adobe Rush, or similar
Skill in basic graphic design editing with Adobe Illustrator and/or InDesign, or similar
Skill in generating, writing, and publishing e-news content
Basic skill in database navigation
Ability to take initiative and independently plan, prioritize and complete multiple tasks and projects with diverse stakeholders in a fast-paced setting
Skill in the research, development and evaluation of instruction and engagement content
Possess strong attention to detail
Ability to adapt to changing priorities with a solution focus
Ability to collaborate with and support a diverse team and organization
Ability to share and receive regular feedback and apply that feedback to continuous improvement of services and programs
Basic knowledge of technical troubleshooting and support tiers

Required Qualifications
A bachelor's degree and/or equivalent training
Two (2) years of administrative work experience involving study, analysis, and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs

Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's and/or Master's degree
Two (2) years of experience related to project management and/or communications and marketing

Compensation
Classification: Administrative Analyst/Specialist – Exempt I
Anticipated Hiring Range: $5,600/month - $5,853/month
CSU Salary Range: $4,379/month - $7,922/month

San José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary .

Application Procedure
Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:
Resume
Letter of Interest

All applicants must apply within the specified application period:August 14, 2024 through October 31, 2024. This position is open until filled; however, applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university.

Contact Information
University Personnel
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408-924-2252

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Additional Information
Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. SJSU will issue a contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate, 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 offered the position on a contingent basis.

The standard background check includes: criminal check, employment and education verification. Depending on the position, a motor vehicle and/or credit check may be required. All background checks are conducted through the university's third party vendor, Accurate Background. Some positions may also require fingerprinting. SJSU will pay all costs associated with this procedure. Evidence of required degree(s) or certification(s) will be required at time of hire.

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Equal Employment Statement
San José State University (SJSU) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, race, religion or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, transgender, or protected veteran status consistent with applicable federal and state laws. This policy applies to all SJSU students, faculty and staff programs and activities. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and certain other federal and state laws, prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in all education programs and activities operated by the university (both on and off campus).