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Social and Digital Media Coordinator

Iowa Western Community College, Council Bluffs, IA, USA

Pay: $19.23-$20.67/hr

Job type: Full Time


Salary: $19.23 - $20.67 Hourly
Location : Council Bluffs, IA
Job Type: Regular, Full-Time
Division: Institutional Advancement
Department: Marketing, MGMT
Opening Date: 04/10/2026
Closing Date: 5/25/2026 11:59 PM Central

Description

The Social and Digital Media Coordinator will support marketing and promotional efforts and increase the online presence of Iowa Western and Reiver Athletics through: The creation of social and digital media content across platforms
The implementation of social and digital media strategy
Job Duties Demonstrate IWCC's core mission, vision and values.
Create social and digital media content including videos, images and written messaging.
Manage and oversee select Iowa Western social media accounts.
Assist in the development and implementation of social and digital media strategy
Collaborate with the Sports Marketing department and with social media and marketing colleagues across other departments on both strategy and content creation.
Update social media posting schedules
Monitor conversations and online activity across the institution to ensure those representing IWCC online are following guidelines and best-practice tools.
Encourage greater participation and grow Iowa Western's social media participation.
Monitor trending hashtags and topics to identify opportunities to integrate with college
Track social and digital marketing efforts.
Improve results by evaluating and re-designing processes, approach, and coordination.
Update job knowledge through educational and professional development opportunities personal networks.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications Associate degree, plus 1-year experience in an applicable role; or equivalent education and experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to articulate with diverse groups of people.
Expert design abilities- photography, video and graphics.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and produce error-free work.
Proficient use of Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Proficient use of Adobe Products (Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, etc.).
Aptitude on various social media platforms such as Instagram, X, Facebook.
Capacity to analyze data and track results.
Ability to read, write and speak English fluently.
Enthusiastic and dedicated to the challenges of helping other people.
Ability to function collaboratively as part of a fast-paced, customer-oriented team.
Professional in communications, appearance, relationships, and responsiveness.
Positive attitude and adaptability.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
Self-starter with the ability to perform with little or no direct supervision.
Regular, prompt & reliable attendance
Ability to pass a background check
Physical Demands The employee frequently is required to sit for extended periods of time and use hands to operate computer keyboard, telephone and basic office equipment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear
Ability to lift up to 10lbs
Ability to drive company owned or personal vehicle.
Cognitive Requirements: (as presently performed to accomplish essential functions) Reading, Writing, Calculating
Social Interaction Skills
Reasoning/Analysis
Works with Minimal Supervision

Comprehensive benefits package, including employer paid time off, of up to 19 paid holidays, additional 88 hours of paid time off in the summer, vacation & sick time; employer paid medical, dental, life; HSA with a match, IPERS pension plan with over 9% employer match , reduced summer schedule, free access to our new wellness facility, employee concierge services, and many other voluntary benefits to choose from. Click to learn more!
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Which type of content do you feel strongest in: video, photography, or graphics? Explain.
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Have you created content for athletics or live events? If so, describe.
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This position requires working flexible hours, including evenings and weekends for campus activities and other athletics events. Please describe your availability and experience working non-traditional hours.
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What social media platforms are you most familiar with? Please describe your experience using each platform professionally (content creation, account management, analytics, etc.).
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