Communications and Project Specialist; Marketing Communications Professional II

Classification: Marketing Communications Professional II

Department: The Parking and Transportation department within the Division of Administration and Finance provides access to the campus through alternative commute options and parking programs that mitigate traffic congestion and improve air quality through the reduction of mobile source emissions. This role will work collaboratively with the campus community through creative and engaging content. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Communications and Project Specialist (Marketing Communications Professional II).

The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

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Salary Range: $5,178 - $6,188 per month

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Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field and two yearsof relevant experience. Additional experience which demonstratesacquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities shownabove may be substituted for the required education on ayear-for-year basis. An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Under general supervision, creates engaging content and develop sand implements marketing campaigns, communication plans, and initiatives. Applies professional level knowledge of the marketing and/or communications fields, including working knowledge of aspecialty area. Collaborates with various stakeholders to enhance the university's brand image, promote programs and achievements,and engage with internal and external audiences. Works independently on most day-to-day assignments with general supervision on new assignments or projects to ensure alignment with objectives.

Handles multiple work priorities and is accountable forown work results. Work is reviewed for soundness of technical judgment. Working skills and knowledge of marketing, communications, public relations, branding, and/or related disciplines. Working knowledge of protocols and institutional etiquette related to public andmedia relations. Working knowledge of copyright and other applicable laws pertaining to publications and the media. Skilledin developing and implementing marketing and/or communications strategies and campaigns.

Strong project planning and organizational skills to plan, organize, and manage multiplemarketing projects. Strong composition and editing skills toquickly produce clear and concise standard documents for internal and external publication. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to create and deliver marketing initiatives and campaigns.

Ability to provide lead work direction and training to others.

Proficiency in using communication and marketing software andtools. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU willmake a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or itis discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSUemployee who was conditionally offered the position.

Master's degree or the equivalent from an accredited college or university in English, journalism, public relations,communications, or a related field. A minimum of four years ofediting, writing, journalism, public relations, communications, or marketing experience. Prior relevant work experience in higher education. Knowledge of university policies, procedures,organizational structure, and protocol. Knowledge of personal computer systems (PC platform), word processing (Microsoft Word),web content management programs, email and internet programs, andAP style guidelines.

Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat, InDesign, and Photoshop. Ability to adapt to and embrace new technologies.

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