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Closing Date:

06/24/2024

Type of Position:

Professional Staff - Project/Program AdministrationNo

Job Type:

RegularDay Shift (United States of America)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Department:

Communications Supporthttps://walton.uark.edu

Summary of Job Duties:

This Social Media Manager is responsible for the management of the social media platforms for the Walton College of Business, including LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and any other channels as needed. At least 2-4 years of experience in direct social media management is required. This person will also lead photography and video work for social media specifically, working closely with the design and audio/video teams on graphic design and videos for utilization on social media such as Instagram Reels, and Stories. They will also serve as an internal subject matter expert on social media for our partners within the college, including department chairs and directors of each center. This person will be a promotional savvy professional with an eye for compelling visual content and driving engagement, especially within the context of a business school environment. They should have a proven ability to create, grow and manage a social media following and drive results. This position reports to the Director of Marketing and Communications. The position will manage two interns.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, advertising, PR, communications, or related field from an accredited institution of higher education

• At least two years of direct social media marketing experience

Applicable equivalencies may be considered on the above qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated knowledge of social media platforms and their respective participants, (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and others as needed) with proven results of growing a following or action on at least one of these platforms and knowledge of how each platform can be deployed in different scenarios

• Experience in interpreting social media analytics

• At least two years of direct social media marketing experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of principles of SEO including keyword research and Google Analytics

• Excellent skillset in communications (oral, written, visual), quality control and planning/organizing

• Photography and video skills specific to use on social media platforms

• Considerable experience with content and lead generation in the field of social media

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to generate genuine interactions with a variety of stakeholders including students, alumni, faculty and staff

Additional Information:

Commensurate with Education and ExperienceCover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), ResumeProof of Veteran StatusJerra Toms, Director, Marketing and Communications

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please attach portfolio of work, if available.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds inclusion, opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes