Social Media Specialist
Ohiouniversityjobs, Athens, OH, United States
Social Media Specialist
Below you will find the details for the position, including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying.
Posting Details Position Information
Business Title: Social Media Specialist
Posting Number: 20161722STD
Department: Well-Being & Recreation
Key Responsibilities
Create graphics, Reels, carousels, and captions across WBR’s social media platforms; build and maintain a weekly content calendar and schedule posts at optimal times.
Adapt voice and format across departments—energetic fitness content to compassionate mental‑health messaging—while maintaining a unified WBR brand.
Monitor and respond to comments, DMs, and mentions; immediately flag sensitive or crisis‑related content per WBR protocol.
Coordinate with the graphics team to align creative assets with the content calendar; collaborate with partners such as Health Promotion.
Attend weekly planning meetings, track performance metrics, and share data‑informed takeaways with the team.
What You’ll Gain
Content strategy experience: plan, build, and manage a real content calendar for an active campus brand across multiple platforms.
Multi‑audience storytelling: write and create for diverse audiences, from fitness promotions to mental health awareness.
Analytics & growth skills: track real performance data and use it to inform content decisions.
Job Profile Duties / Essential Functions Provides administrative support in an office setting, answering phones and emails, responding to customer inquiries, writing communications, and supporting staff with day‑to‑day operations.
Level Summary: Performs basic tasks and assists with administrative or operational duties under supervision. Roles are entry‑level and aimed at providing exposure to workplace environments. Supervisory Responsibilities: Limited. May supervise other student workers. Financial Responsibilities: No budgetary responsibility.
Minimum Qualifications Enrolled in classes at Ohio University, Hocking College, another post‑secondary institution, or a secondary school during the current, prior, or upcoming semester. Able to follow instructions and complete tasks within deadlines. Basic knowledge of office software and communication tools.
Preferred Qualifications
Currently enrolled as a student at Ohio University in good academic standing.
Experience managing or contributing to social media accounts and content calendars.
Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite or similar university‑approved content creation tools.
Good writing skills with the ability to adapt voice and tone across platforms and audiences.
Familiarity with major social media platforms, including native scheduling and analytics tools.
Comfortable handling sensitive content (mental health, wellness) with care.
Experience with dedicated social media scheduling or analytics tools.
Background in communications, marketing, journalism, or a related field.
Basic familiarity with social media analytics and data‑driven content decisions.
Working Conditions / Physical Demands This role is primarily desk‑based and involves extensive use of desktop computers. Occasionally the job may require travel to attend meetings and programs.
Pay Rate $12.70 per hour (FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt)
Posting Dates Open Date: 03/19/2026 End Date: 03/29/2026
Schedule 8 – 10 hours per week. We will work with you and your academic classes to make your schedule.
Non‑Discrimination Statement Ohio University affirms its commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.
Clery Act Annual Safety and Fire Report Click Here !
Applicant Documents Required Documents
Resume / Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
References
STUDENT Class Schedule
Optional Documents None specified.
Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Ohio University Human Resources | Grosvenor West 103 | 1 Ohio University | Athens, OH 45701 | T: 740.593.1636 | F: 740.593.0386
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Posting Details Position Information
Business Title: Social Media Specialist
Posting Number: 20161722STD
Department: Well-Being & Recreation
Key Responsibilities
Create graphics, Reels, carousels, and captions across WBR’s social media platforms; build and maintain a weekly content calendar and schedule posts at optimal times.
Adapt voice and format across departments—energetic fitness content to compassionate mental‑health messaging—while maintaining a unified WBR brand.
Monitor and respond to comments, DMs, and mentions; immediately flag sensitive or crisis‑related content per WBR protocol.
Coordinate with the graphics team to align creative assets with the content calendar; collaborate with partners such as Health Promotion.
Attend weekly planning meetings, track performance metrics, and share data‑informed takeaways with the team.
What You’ll Gain
Content strategy experience: plan, build, and manage a real content calendar for an active campus brand across multiple platforms.
Multi‑audience storytelling: write and create for diverse audiences, from fitness promotions to mental health awareness.
Analytics & growth skills: track real performance data and use it to inform content decisions.
Job Profile Duties / Essential Functions Provides administrative support in an office setting, answering phones and emails, responding to customer inquiries, writing communications, and supporting staff with day‑to‑day operations.
Level Summary: Performs basic tasks and assists with administrative or operational duties under supervision. Roles are entry‑level and aimed at providing exposure to workplace environments. Supervisory Responsibilities: Limited. May supervise other student workers. Financial Responsibilities: No budgetary responsibility.
Minimum Qualifications Enrolled in classes at Ohio University, Hocking College, another post‑secondary institution, or a secondary school during the current, prior, or upcoming semester. Able to follow instructions and complete tasks within deadlines. Basic knowledge of office software and communication tools.
Preferred Qualifications
Currently enrolled as a student at Ohio University in good academic standing.
Experience managing or contributing to social media accounts and content calendars.
Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite or similar university‑approved content creation tools.
Good writing skills with the ability to adapt voice and tone across platforms and audiences.
Familiarity with major social media platforms, including native scheduling and analytics tools.
Comfortable handling sensitive content (mental health, wellness) with care.
Experience with dedicated social media scheduling or analytics tools.
Background in communications, marketing, journalism, or a related field.
Basic familiarity with social media analytics and data‑driven content decisions.
Working Conditions / Physical Demands This role is primarily desk‑based and involves extensive use of desktop computers. Occasionally the job may require travel to attend meetings and programs.
Pay Rate $12.70 per hour (FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt)
Posting Dates Open Date: 03/19/2026 End Date: 03/29/2026
Schedule 8 – 10 hours per week. We will work with you and your academic classes to make your schedule.
Non‑Discrimination Statement Ohio University affirms its commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.
Clery Act Annual Safety and Fire Report Click Here !
Applicant Documents Required Documents
Resume / Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
References
STUDENT Class Schedule
Optional Documents None specified.
Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Ohio University Human Resources | Grosvenor West 103 | 1 Ohio University | Athens, OH 45701 | T: 740.593.1636 | F: 740.593.0386
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