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Information Specialist I

Employer
Valdosta State University
Location
Valdosta, GA

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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution
Position Details

Classification Information

Classification TitleDigital Media SpcstRegular/TempRegularFull-time/Part-timeFull-TimePosition Notes

All part-time and temporary positions must abide by the ACA rules and regulations. In addition, part-time positions must abide by Valdosta State University regulations including allowed hours worked.

Position Information

Position TitleInformation Specialist IJob Search IdentifierStaffProposed SalaryCommensurate with credentials and experienceGeneral Summary of Responsibilities

This position is responsible for engaging the Valdosta State University community and intended audiences on social media, the university website, and other digital platforms. General responsibilities include working with a team to produce high quality digital content, measuring the effectiveness of digital content and strategies, and coordinating strategic use of digital platforms. This position resides in the Office of Communications and Marketing, a full service public relations and marketing agency serving the university’s external creative and marketing needs.

Position directs and coordinates the work of departmental content managers, content owners and content approvers in obtaining information about educational programs and departmental procedures for publication to the university web sites and print and social media. Represents the perspective of university web, print, and social media audiences in working toward development and writing of content that is timely, accurate, well written and consistent with current web and marketing practices.

Direct responsibility for the content of the top-level content areas of the VSU web site. Oversees communications and marketing content of the university social media accounts, with a direct responsibility for the content of the top-level social media accounts representing the university as a whole.

Works toward continuous improvement of university web, print, and social media content quality, and provides support on the use of the web site and social media to support individual department communication needs.

Required Qualifications

Completion of bachelor’s degree in the fields of marketing, communications, public relations, or related field required.

At least one year of professional experience

Preferred Qualifications

3+ years of significant work experience in these fields preferred.

Experience in higher education preferred.

Proven experience with language, usage, editing, and writing skills to create imaginative and persuasive copy; experience with Mac computer-based programs involving writing, desktop publishing, graphics, and proficient in content management systems (Word Press, Cascade, etc.) all preferred.

The ability to work independently and complete assigned tasks on schedule is essential, along with the ability to work as needed on weekends and evenings.

Physical Requirements

Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodation.

Ability to communicate with reasonable accommodation.

Compliance Requirements

Position Requires completion of VSU’s Annual Compliance Training course (such as State Business Transactions, Drug Free Workplace, Anti-Harassment Policy, Introduction to Information Security, Workers Compensation, Motor Vehicle Policy, USG Ethics Policy, Conflict of Interest/ Outside Activities Policy, Leave Procedures for Faculty and Staff, Georgia Open Records Act, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), and Contracts 101. Supervisory positions require training in FMLA and Worker’s Compensation.

Position Requires a Criminal Background Check.

Position May Require Credit Check (if using P-Card, working with Cash, etc.).

Position Full-Time/Part-TimeFull-Time, fully benefited (30+ hours)Standard Hours40 Essential Duties of the Position

The duties below reflect 90% of the employee's responsibilities. There is an additional 10% reserved for professional development and any other duties that may be assigned.

Job Duty

Immersion & Engagement in Web & Social Media (Answering Questions, Posting, and Developing Content and Campaigns)

Percentage Of Time50 Essential Duties of the Position

The duties below reflect 90% of the employee's responsibilities. There is an additional 10% reserved for professional development and any other duties that may be assigned.

Job Duty

Analysis and Tracking of Content and Platforms to improve digital strategy

Percentage Of Time20 Essential Duties of the Position

The duties below reflect 90% of the employee's responsibilities. There is an additional 10% reserved for professional development and any other duties that may be assigned.

Job Duty

Collaboration with functional teams

Percentage Of Time15 Essential Duties of the Position

The duties below reflect 90% of the employee's responsibilities. There is an additional 10% reserved for professional development and any other duties that may be assigned.

Job Duty

Client Consultation and Account Maintenance

Percentage Of Time5Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting NumberS00846Desired Start DateOpen Date07/31/2019Close DateReference Requests

Reference Requests

Accept Online ReferencesNoMinimum Requests3Maximum Requests5EEO Statement

EEO Statement

EEO Statement

Valdosta State University is an Equal Opportunity educational institution and has a strong institutional commitment to diversity. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of people, including, but not limited to minorities and individuals with disabilities. Valdosta State University has a non-discrimination policy that includes sex, race, color, sexual orientation, religion, age, marital status, national origin, disability, and veteran status.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Do you have at least one year professional, paid experience with marketing or advertising?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Have you completed a bachelor’s degree in the fields of marketing, public relations, or advertising?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Do you have experience working in higher education communications? If so, please briefly explain the types of assignments you have been given, including stories, editing, supervising student workers, and posting on social media.

    (Open Ended Question)

  4. * Do you have experience maintaining a consistent and active social media presence across multiple platforms (i.e. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.)?
    • Yes
    • No
  5. * Do you have experience in creating webpages?
    • Yes
    • No
  6. * Are you experienced in developing and creating short videos for social media sites?
    • Yes, 10 or more videos
    • Yes, but less than 10 videos
    • No
  7. * Please describe your experience writing for web sites, including your knowledge of search engine optimization strategies.

    (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to ApplyRequired Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
  1. Writing Sample 1

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