Social Media Content Creator

Title: Social Media Content Creator
Job code: 0001
Employee Group: Civil Service
Full/Part Time (FTE): Up to 75% time, 5 months
Regular/Temporary: Temporary

About the Job:

As part of the office of Communications and Marketing, the social media manager will help strengthen the University of Minnesota Morris's social media presence and support the University's continuing brand work. This on-campus position will provide support for social media campaigns, content creation, and social listening and engagement.

Location and Work environment: In-person; UMN Morris Campus

Primary Responsibilities: (100%)

The primary responsibilities of the social media manager will be to assist the Office of Communications and Marketing with:

• Creating engaging content designed for social media and positioned for target audiences
• Posting and managing social media content
• Working with student workers to enhance capacity and social media presence
• Monitoring engagement, analytics, and making recommendations for optimization
• Researching trends and supporting a strategic and engaging social media strategy
• Demonstrating sensitivity, knowledge and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender, cultural and ethnic backgrounds
• Analyzing performance metrics
• Follow UMN brand guidelines
• Covering evening and weekend activities as appropriate
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree or a combination of related education and work experience to equal at least four years
• Successful experience creating engaging content for target audience(s)
• Experience with social media platforms and familiarity with analytics tools
• Familiarity with tools and resources for content production

Nestled on a 121-year-old campus in west central Minnesota, the University of Minnesota Morris stands out as one of the nation's top public liberal arts colleges. Our intimate, close-knit community fosters meaningful faculty-student collaborations in research, study abroad, and community-engaged learning. Located 150 miles west of the Twin Cities, situated amid the tall grass prairies of Minnesota, our campus also has advanced sustainable, environmentally friendly initiatives that are nationally recognized, and touch nearly all aspects of campus life. Discover more about us here!

Pay Range: $23.36 - $31.59; depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota Morris (UMN Morris)

The University of Minnesota Morris (UMN Morris) makes its home on a 121-year-old campus on the western edge of the state and is one of the top public liberal arts colleges in the nation. The small, close-knit campus emphasizes faculty/student collaboration in research, study abroad, and community engaged learning. Deeply rooted in the tall grass prairies of Minnesota, the campus also has advanced sustainable, environmentally friendly initiatives that have grown to levels of national leadership and touch nearly all aspects of campus life.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).