Social Media Manager - Kansas State University

About This Role:

The purpose of this position is to advance the prominence of Kansas State University and support strategic plan goals by communicating stories, news and information about the university to a wide range of audiences.

This positionis responsible for developing content across all social and digital media platformsand for writing content for distribution through a wide range of methods. It requiresclose collaboration with all units within the Division of Communications and Marketing and other areas of the university to ensure coordination and overall consistency in voice and message.

Worksite Options:

This position is required to be performed on-site. Work is performed on employer premises or designated assignment location.

Visit this link for K-State’s guidance and policies on remote work and flexible work arrangements. Remote work agreements are required for all flexible work arrangements and are subject to review.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• 3 years relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, journalism, communications, English or similar.
• 3 years relevant experience managing business social media accounts as well as leading and executing social media strategy.
• Experience creating social media content, including videos, photos, graphics, etc.
• 3-5 years experience creating and executing social media strategy.
• Professional experience in public relations, marketing and/or journalism careers.
• Experience in writing for web, social media and other news.
• Demonstrated skills in photography and video.
• Experience providing public presentations.
• Basic knowledge of paid social media marketing.

Other Requirements:

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

How to Apply:

Please submit the following documents:

1. Resume
2. Letter of Interest
3. Three Professional References

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range:

$53,581 - $69,633/Annual