Student Communications & Marketing Specialist III_Non FWS

Student Communications & Marketing Specialist III_Non FWS

Position Title - Student Communications & Marketing Specialist III_Non FWS
Level of Support - Student Support III
Position Type - Non-FWS
Number of Openings - 1
Work Hours - During Standard Business Hours (M-F 8am-5pm)
Wage Per Hour - 19.40
Division/School - School of Business
Department Name - 145601 TOURISM PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT FUND
Department Bio - The Master of Science in Tourism, Hospitality, and Event Management (MSTHEM) program prepares students for careers in the industry and features applied, project-based learning and opportunities for participating in hands-on consulting and research projects in Washington, DC and around the world. MSTHEM is part of the Department of Management in the GW School of Business.
Position Specific Summary - As part of the MSTHEM team, the student will manage and design marketing and communication strategies and content for the program and related special events. Tasks may include: planning, creating, managing, and executing marketing plans and campaigns; developing website resources; designing digital content; and managing social media accounts. While completing work with a high level of discretion, the student will work within the organization's marketing standards and guidelines. Special projects or other duties may be assigned related to specific team and program needs.
Standard Position Description - The student will manage and/or design marketing and communication strategies and content for departments and/or special events. Tasks may include: planning, creating, managing and executing marketing plans and campaigns, website resources, digital content and design, and/or managing of social media accounts. While completing work with a high degree of discretion, the student will work within organization marketing standards and guidelines. Special projects or other duties may be assigned related to specific departmental needs.
Professional Outcomes - Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, Leadership, Professionalism, Inclusion, Technology and Data, Career Development
Required Qualifications - Previous skills, training, or experience is required.
Preferred Qualifications - Previous experience, skills, or training are required.
Job Open Date - 08/01/2026
Job Close Date - 09/05/2026
Campus Location - Foggy Bottom
Work Type Designation - Hybrid (mixture of in-person and virtual work)
Hiring Manager Name - Karen Cholakis
EEO Statement - The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer committed to maintaining a nondiscriminatory, harassmentfree, diverse work and education environment. The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law in any of its programs, activities, or employment practices. For more information on this policy and its purpose, please read the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement.
Background Check - The student employee will: - Work in or have access to residence halls or other restricted areas, or have access to university key - Background check required.
Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Please describe the attributes that will make you a strong candidate for this position. (Open Ended Question)
* When is your anticipated graduation date? (Open Ended Question)
* Describe any social media experience you've had. (Open Ended Question)
* Do you have experience using graphic design platforms such as Canva?

Yes
No

* Do you have a creative work portfolio? If so, kindly include it with your application.

Yes
No

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume
Cover Letter
Portfolio/Design Work Samples
Optional Documents