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CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants .
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Campus Recreation communications is responsible for patron-facing general promotion and communication projects. The Part-Time Work Study Social Media Specialist is responsible for Campus Recreation’s social media channel management under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Marketing and Communications.
The Social Media Specialist is responsible for monitoring Campus Recreations social media calendar and post accurate information about Campus Recreation facilities, events, programs on Campus Recreation social media outlets. Responsibilities include but not limited to: Developing innovative ideas from concept to digital content, which focuses on building engagement to target and broad audiences. Monitor, listen and respond to followers within social media platforms and connect with content experts where needed. Research trends and engagement strategies within social media platforms. Create a consistent tone and voice for social media outlets. Provide feedback to staff on social media best practices. Attend campus recreation events and programs to document through video and photography. Print, distribute and deliver print material as necessary. Actively participate in collaborative work and development.
Social Media Specialist acts as an ambassador for Penn State Campus Recreation both at work and away. Respectfully manages disagreements, models positive rapport with patrons and employees, is a decisive decision maker in the absence of professional staff, displays role model appropriate behavior at all times, including in online communities. Maintains regular and frequent communication with supervisory team, can interact with diverse groups through a variety of situations, and promotes Campus Recreation programs and services.
Experience (academic or non-academic) with social media, communications, or business operations, strong problem-solving skills, ability to positively interact with the patrons and employees strongly preferred.
Work will take place on the University Park Campus and successful candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check and must be able to accommodate a variable work schedule that will include mornings, evenings, weekends, and University breaks.
Campus Recreation is a department within Student Affairs that provides fitness, wellness, and recreational programs to the campus community through the operation and administration of the new expanded and renovated 200,000 sf Intramural Building, the McCoy Natatorium, the 700-acre Stone Valley Outdoor Recreation Area, a Tennis Center including six clay courts and four indoor courts, the White Building, Outdoor Adventures, Aquatics, Club Sports, Fitness and Wellness Programs, and Intramural Sports.
Students who received a Federal Work Study award have the opportunity to obtain a job and perform related duties either on campus, or remotely, if possible and at the discretion of the employer. Students applying for Federal Work Study positions should clarify expectations with their potential employer regarding either on campus/in person or remote work arrangements. A Federal Work Study award does not guarantee a job position is available.
Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here .
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO is the Law
Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applications without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
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Penn State Policies
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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants .
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Campus Recreation communications is responsible for patron-facing general promotion and communication projects. The Part-Time Work Study Social Media Specialist is responsible for Campus Recreation’s social media channel management under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Marketing and Communications.
The Social Media Specialist is responsible for monitoring Campus Recreations social media calendar and post accurate information about Campus Recreation facilities, events, programs on Campus Recreation social media outlets. Responsibilities include but not limited to: Developing innovative ideas from concept to digital content, which focuses on building engagement to target and broad audiences. Monitor, listen and respond to followers within social media platforms and connect with content experts where needed. Research trends and engagement strategies within social media platforms. Create a consistent tone and voice for social media outlets. Provide feedback to staff on social media best practices. Attend campus recreation events and programs to document through video and photography. Print, distribute and deliver print material as necessary. Actively participate in collaborative work and development.
Social Media Specialist acts as an ambassador for Penn State Campus Recreation both at work and away. Respectfully manages disagreements, models positive rapport with patrons and employees, is a decisive decision maker in the absence of professional staff, displays role model appropriate behavior at all times, including in online communities. Maintains regular and frequent communication with supervisory team, can interact with diverse groups through a variety of situations, and promotes Campus Recreation programs and services.
Experience (academic or non-academic) with social media, communications, or business operations, strong problem-solving skills, ability to positively interact with the patrons and employees strongly preferred.
Work will take place on the University Park Campus and successful candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check and must be able to accommodate a variable work schedule that will include mornings, evenings, weekends, and University breaks.
Campus Recreation is a department within Student Affairs that provides fitness, wellness, and recreational programs to the campus community through the operation and administration of the new expanded and renovated 200,000 sf Intramural Building, the McCoy Natatorium, the 700-acre Stone Valley Outdoor Recreation Area, a Tennis Center including six clay courts and four indoor courts, the White Building, Outdoor Adventures, Aquatics, Club Sports, Fitness and Wellness Programs, and Intramural Sports.
Students who received a Federal Work Study award have the opportunity to obtain a job and perform related duties either on campus, or remotely, if possible and at the discretion of the employer. Students applying for Federal Work Study positions should clarify expectations with their potential employer regarding either on campus/in person or remote work arrangements. A Federal Work Study award does not guarantee a job position is available.
Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here .
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO is the Law
Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applications without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
Affirmative Action
Penn State Policies
Copyright Information
Hotlines
University Park, PA
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