Communication Specialist AS6524
Campus
OSU-Stillwater
Contact Name & Email
Sherry Fletcher, sherry.fletcher@okstate.edu
Work Schedule
Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm with occasional evenings and weekends.
Appointment Length
Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice
Hiring Range
$18.29 - $26.44
Hourly
Priority Application Date
While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by 2026-02-20 to ensure full consideration.
Special Instructions to Applicants
For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.
About this Position
Help us reach our audiences! The OSU Housing and Residential Life communications team is responsible for strategic communication and outreach efforts for incoming and current residents. This includes creating engaging content and executing a strategic communication plan for email, print, social media, web, events, and more. The ideal candidate will demonstrate self-direction, creativity, and strategic thinking in finding new opportunities to communicate essential information concerning housing registration and residential policies. The position will work closely with the HRL Communications Coordinator to create deliverables in a manner that meets or exceeds federal and state accessibility standards. Training in accessibility practices is available.
Key responsibilities include:
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Assist in developing communication strategies to inform and engage students, families, and university stakeholders about housing registration, deadlines, policies and events.
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Create written and visual content for multiple platforms, including print, video, websites, electronic newsletters, text/email messages, and social media platforms.
The work schedule is primarily Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. However, after-hours events may be required.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's
Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations or related field
(degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
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Demonstrated experience in communications, including, but not limited to social media, video, web, writing, editing, and content creation. Related work experience in general communications, social media management, website editing, content creation, video editing, graphic design, publishing and campaign implementation and planning.
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Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses:
Valid driver's license
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Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:
Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills, have an understanding of graphic design and the ability to organize materials, write, edit, visualize concepts, communicate and interpret goals.
Must be able to lift up to 10 lbs.
