University Relations and Marketing is seeking a Social Media Specialist. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE ), 12-month, professional faculty position.

The Social Media Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing and measuring strategies that support OSU across its brand channels.

With specialized professional skills and experience, the Social Media Specialist will work closely with individuals and teams across colleges and units to design and deploy organic and paid social media campaigns. The specialist will be responsible for content creation, community management and analyzing and optimizing OSU’s social media performance. The specialist will also work closely with other members of the social media team and colleagues across University Relations and Marketing ( URM ). The specialist is required to work independently and after hours to protect the OSU reputation during social crises and provide the public with pertinent updates via communications channels including social.

Oregon State University maintains and enhances a collaborative and inclusive community that is dedicated to equity and equal opportunity. This position is responsible for ensuring these commitments are achieved by supporting diverse, equitable, socially just, and inclusive digital marketing materials.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS

Top 1.4% university in the world
More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
217k+ alumni worldwide
For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
Retirement savings paid by the university.
A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.

Key Responsibilities

30% Content Creation

20% Community Management

20% Measuring Success

20% Paid Social Marketing Management

10% Other duties as assigned

What You Will Need

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism or related field.

At least two years of professional experience leading or supporting the development, implementation, management and measurement of a brand’s social media marketing strategies and tactics.

Commitment to contribute to a collaborative and inclusive work environment

Experience working with social media tools including:

Social media management and analytics platforms
Paid social media management tools
Content management systems ( CMS )
Reporting tools
Emerging social media marketing tools and technologies

Excellent written and verbal communications skills.

A proven track record of creative and innovative work.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

What We Would Like You To Have

Master’s degree, certificate or demonstrated commitment to continuing education in social media marketing, digital marketing, communications, or a related field.

Experience with photography and/or videography.

Understanding of or experience with Adobe Creative Suite software or other design tools.

Written and oral second language proficiency.

Marketing experience in a university or academic setting.

Demonstrated success collaborating and interacting with colleagues to:

Excel in a dynamic, collaborative environment; meet frequent deadlines; balance multiple projects and add value to a high-performing team.
Identify needs/concerns of others, determine potential solutions, resolve or redirect appropriately.
Develop and maintain relationships with key contacts to enhance communications, workflow and work quality.
Exchange detailed information or resolve varied problems.
Resolve conflict, negotiate or collaborate on major projects.
Persuade, gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas or collaborate on significant projects.
Handle sensitive issues and facilitate collaboration at the highest level.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Hybrid

Link To Position Description

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/168290

Posting Number P09120UF

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 07/07/2025

Posting Date 05/20/2025

Full Consideration Date 06/18/2025

Closing Date 09/16/2025

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

Qualifications

20% Measuring Success
20% Paid Social Marketing Management
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism or related field
At least two years of professional experience leading or supporting the development, implementation, management and measurement of a brand’s social media marketing strategies and tactics
Experience working with social media tools including:
Social media management and analytics platforms
Emerging social media marketing tools and technologies
Excellent written and verbal communications skills
A proven track record of creative and innovative work
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq
Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months
Master’s degree, certificate or demonstrated commitment to continuing education in social media marketing, digital marketing, communications, or a related field
Experience with photography and/or videography
Understanding of or experience with Adobe Creative Suite software or other design tools
Written and oral second language proficiency
Marketing experience in a university or academic setting
Demonstrated success collaborating and interacting with colleagues to:
Excel in a dynamic, collaborative environment; meet frequent deadlines; balance multiple projects and add value to a high-performing team

Benefits

100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances
Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life
OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents
Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources
Retirement savings paid by the university
A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave
Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities
Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program
Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life
Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU

Responsibilities

With specialized professional skills and experience, the Social Media Specialist will work closely with individuals and teams across colleges and units to design and deploy organic and paid social media campaigns
The specialist will be responsible for content creation, community management and analyzing and optimizing OSU’s social media performance
The specialist will also work closely with other members of the social media team and colleagues across University Relations and Marketing ( URM )
The specialist is required to work independently and after hours to protect the OSU reputation during social crises and provide the public with pertinent updates via communications channels including social
10% Other duties as assigned
Commitment to contribute to a collaborative and inclusive work environment
Paid social media management tools
Content management systems ( CMS )
Reporting tools
Identify needs/concerns of others, determine potential solutions, resolve or redirect appropriately
Develop and maintain relationships with key contacts to enhance communications, workflow and work quality
Exchange detailed information or resolve varied problems
Resolve conflict, negotiate or collaborate on major projects
Persuade, gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas or collaborate on significant projects
Handle sensitive issues and facilitate collaboration at the highest level

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