Job Details
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- Computer skills
- Drupal
- Interviewing
- Social media management
- Writing skills
Job Description
Posting Details
Posting Details
Position Number: 128118
Title: Coordinator
Functional Title: Digital Media Coordinator
Category Status: 33-Exempt Regular
Applicant Search Category: Staff
University Authorized FTE: 100
Unit: ENGR-Dean-Engineering Communications
Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
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Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The Office of Communications, in the A. James Clark School of Engineering, University of Maryland is seeking a Digital Media Coordinator to assist with the implementation of the communications team’s strategic plan. The Coordinator plays an integral role in college-wide initiatives to strengthen and advance the Clark School’s identity and reputation; promote and maintain a favorable perception among the School’s general, academic, industry, and government audiences; and achieve the School’s recruitment and partnership goals.
Essential duties and responsibilities break into three categories: digital and social media management, including influencer and/or partnership development; editorial and multimedia content production (either directly or overseeing) as it relates to digital and social media; and internal coordination. The Coordinator is entrepreneurial in their work and readily collaborates with a variety of internal and external stakeholders in a complex, fast-paced, and dynamic environment.
In this capacity, the Digital Media Coordinator will help conceptualize, create, and post social media content to Clark School channels, including photos and videos; serve as a secondary website content manager; maintain working knowledge of STEM and higher education (especially Big Ten engineering colleges) social media trends; and complete other duties and projects as assigned.
About the University of Maryland
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Campus/College Information
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
The A. James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland serves as the catalyst for high-quality research, innovation, and learning, delivering on a promise that all graduates will leave ready to impact the Grand Challenges (e.g., energy, environment, security, and human health) of the 21st century. The Clark School is dedicated to leading and transforming the engineering discipline and profession, accelerating entrepreneurship, and transforming research and learning activities into new innovations that benefit millions.
Minimum Qualifications:Education:
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, English, public relations, or a related field.
Experience:
2-4 years of professional experience in communications, writing, editing, and/or public relations required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Excellent verbal, interpersonal, time management, and organizational skills.
Knowledge of best practices for creating organic and paid content for social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, and TikTok.
Experience creating and editing multimedia content (photos, audio, and/or video) using tools such as Canva and CapCut for sharing across multiple platforms.
Experience working independently to post content to social media platforms.
A proven ability to successfully implement communications projects independently and manage competing priorities.
Excellent interviewing, editing, and proofreading skills.
Ability to use Drupal or other content management systems to make website updates.
Preferences:Preferences:
Experience creating successful social media strategies with measurable examples that demonstrate impact.
Experience working with STEM content and/or experts and creating social media content related to science and/or engineering.
Experience identifying and cultivating social media influencer relationships and partnership opportunities.
Prior experience working in higher education and/or developing multimedia content for higher ed audiences.
Additional Certifications:Additional Information:Applications must include the following items:
Cover letter outlining your interest in the position as well as your relevant skills and experience, including brief descriptions of any related projects.
Resume/CV.
Names, phone numbers, and email addresses for three professional references.
2-3 samples of content you have produced for social media (please upload to the Supplemental Document 1 section).
Salary Range – $55K-$62K
Job Risks Not Applicable to This Position
Physical Demands
Predominantly sedentary position/work. Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to sit for an extended time and operate standard office equipment and keyboards.Ability to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer. Ability to review, prepare, and analyze data and figures; transcribe; view a computer terminal; extensive reading. Ability to traverse campus to deliver and pick up materials. Ability to communicate with internal and external contacts. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
Posting Date: 04/17/2023
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled Yes
Best Consideration Date 05/08/2023
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.