Student Affairs and Strategic Enrollment Management Marketing Communications Professional I

Classification: Marketing and Communications Professional I

Department: The purpose of the Vice President of Student Affairs Office at Cal State Fullerton is to transform the lives of the students academically, personally and professionally, equipping all with the knowledge and skills required for success. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Student Affairs and Strategic Enrollment Management Marketing Communications Professional I (Marketing and Communications Professional I). 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.

Salary Range: $4,570 - $5,093 per month

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. This is a temporary position to end on or before June 30, 2027, with a possibility of renewal on an annual basis if funds and/or program needs exist.

Essential Qualifications: Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field. Relevant education and/or experience which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Under direct supervision, performs entry-level professional duties by utilizing basic concepts within the marketing and/or communications disciplines. Assists more advanced professionals. Performs less complex assignments following detailed and established procedures. Assignments are related to preparing and editing communication pieces, public affairs, media relations, marketing, and related research. The focus of the work is on implementing communication and related plans using pre-established concepts and specifications. Work is regularly reviewed for understanding of professional concepts and compliance with policies and procedures.

General knowledge of marketing, branding, and/or communications, and/or public relations. General knowledge of applicable copyright and other laws pertaining to written materials, news media, and confidentiality. Ability to appropriately handle sensitive and confidential information. General knowledge and understanding of media outlets including print, television, and radio. Ability to work with the media for the coverage of events. Skill in following guidelines and providing input and feedback. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively in a diverse environment. Ability to analyze information and data and use reasoning to summarize into clear and succinct statements. Ability to work independently and as part of a team and build relationships with diverse stakeholders. Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines. Organizational skills to plan, organize, and prioritize work. Computer skills to appropriately use technology and relevant software packages as required.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in Communications, Business, Marketing, or a related field. Experience creating content aimed at student audiences or campus communities. Familiarity with student engagement strategies or outreach efforts in higher education. Basic experience with analytics or data visualization tools. Experience with multimedia content creation (e.g., video, social media content). Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to collaborate effectively with various student populations and campus partners.