What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Assistant (Work Study) - Social Media position at Stephen F. Austin University?
This is a work-study student position responsible for creating, writing, editing, and publishing content to enhance and promote the web and social media presence for Student Development and Access Services (SDAS).
Job Duties
- Develops and updates written content for print and web materials.
- Creates a social media strategy that contributes to achieving the goals of SDAS.
- Analyzes and reports social media actions on a monthly basis for successes and new opportunities.
- Stays current with social media trends, tools, and applications.
- Assists in creating various designs for events, including flyers, t-shirts, and give-away items.
- Promotes social media profiles at events.
- Manages social media campaigns and day-to-day activities (this includes X, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok).
- Monitors online media, information sources, and social channels.
- Brainstorms and implements new ways for students to get involved and attend campus events.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Knowledge of AP Style.
- Skill in monitoring social media profiles including Facebook, TikTok, X, and Instagram.
- Ability to work on both PC and Mac platforms.
- Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
- Ability to organize assigned work.
- Ability and willingness to work with a student body and staff from varied backgrounds and experiences.
- Ability to work independently with general supervision.
The minimum education required for admittance as a student at Stephen F. Austin State University.
No direct experience is required. Training and instruction will be provided.
A student must be awarded and accept a “Work-Study Permit” for each semester the student will be working.
Preferred Qualifications Physical Demands Special Conditions for Eligibility
No direct experience is required. Training and instruction will be provided.
A student must be awarded and accept a “Work-Study Permit” for each semester the student will be working.
A student must be enrolled in six or more semester hours to be eligible for student employment during the fall or spring semesters. To be eligible for student employment during the summer, a student must be enrolled in three or more semester hours or be registered for courses in the upcoming fall semester.
Student assistants may not hold any other type of position such as a graduate assistantship or temporary casual employment at the same time that they are employed as a student assistant.
Position End Date (if temporary)
Student assistants may not hold any other type of position such as a graduate assistantship or temporary casual employment at the same time that they are employed as a student assistant.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
SA2025-049
Number of Vacancies
1
Posting Open Date
03/17/2025
Review Start Date
Posting Close Date
Work Schedule
8 am-5 pm Monday-Friday with nights and weekends as needed
Min Pay Rate
$7.75/hour
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Student must have received a work-study award. Please reach out to Financial Aid to confirm your eligibility for work-study before you apply.
Desired start date is May 19, 2025.
Desired start date is May 19, 2025.
EEO Statement
Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.
Posting Quick Link
https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/12758
Department Information
Department
Student Development & Access Svcs
Contact Name
Melodie Payne
Contact Phone
(936)468-4099
Contact Email
melodie.payne@sfasu.edu
Contact Information
Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview. If you have technical questions about this job posting, please contact HR at (936) 468-2304.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Are you eligible for Federal or State Work Study?
- Yes
- No
- Not Sure
- * Which of the following best represents your current student classification?
- Entering freshman
- Freshman
- Sophomore
- Junior
- Senior
- Graduate Student
- * Are you available to work through the summer?
- Yes
- No
- * Have you had any experience with social media marketing? Please explain your experience.
(Open Ended Question)
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume
- List of References
- Cover Letter
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