Marketing Assistant

Marketing Assistant

Application Deadline: 5 June 2026

Department: Marketing

Employment Type: Part Time

Location: Diaz Compean Student Union

Compensation: $19.50 - $22.25 / hour

Description

Position Overview
The Student Union, Inc. is 501(c)(3) nonprofit auxiliary that maintains three major facilities at San Jose State University in downtown San Jose, California. These facilities include the Diaz Compean Student Union Building, the Provident Credit Union Event Center, and the Spartan Recreation and Aquatic Center. The Student Union, Inc. functions as part of the Student Affairs Division on campus, and is governed by a Board of Directors made up of a student majority, faculty, and administrators.

Mission

The Student Union, Inc. of San Jose State University supports the development, growth, and well-being of students and the campus community by providing diverse programs, desired services, and quality facilities to enhance the collegiate experience.

Job Summary

Under direct supervision, the Student Marketing Assistant assists the design, strategy and execution of marketing for print and digital mediums, including digital platforms (e.g., websites, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Slack, YouTube, TikTok, and SquareSpace) for the Student Union, Inc. and its centers: the SRAC, SU, and Event Center.

Essential Functions and Tasks

• Assist in the planning, organization, and execution of marketing, including attending events and recording videos, taking pictures, interacting with various audiences, and maximizing engagement through social media platform.
• Participate in marketing and outreach efforts, such as orientations, resource fairs, and outreach programs.
• Assist with conceptualizing, composing, design, and delivering digital marketing media.
• Assist in writing, editing, and development of website content and social media posts.
• Assist with conceptualizing, composing, designing, and delivering digital marketing media.
• Retrieve and document user feedback for website improvement and enhancements.
• Interact with full-time staff to aid in marketing material.
• Perform tracking, data collection and analysis to support the successful execution and evaluation of Student Union digital platforms including corporation websites, Instagram, twitter, Facebook, slack, YouTube, and other social media campaigns and programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be able to show a portfolio with examples of knowledge skills in application; this can include copywriting, design, web, campaigns, analytic reports, content calendars, photography, and/or other related items.
• Must have academic and practical knowledge; and/or experience in social media, graphic design, photography, layout, and production for print, digital media, and web design.
• Must be trained on CSU Information Security and V-Pat compliance for all social media and media production within the first month of employment.
• Must be a matriculated SJSU student and continuously enrolled at least half-time* during the academic term.
  • *Half-time is defined as follows: Enrollment Status Half-time Units Undergraduate and Post baccalaureate Students 6.0-8.0 hours/semester

Preferred Qualifications

• Current enrollment in the Business Administration, Marketing Concentration; English,
• Professional and Technical Writing; or Communication Studies or other relevant programs are preferred.
• Knowledge of Squarespace website platform. Knowledge of OUCampus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Computer skills - proficient knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and Macintosh Operating System 10.4 (OS X) or higher. Familiarity with Flash a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Must be organized and detail-oriented.
• Ability to set and meet deadlines.
• Ability to construct and design displays for presentations and distribution.
• Ability to collaborate with other departments on multiple projects while staying focused and on task.

Work Requirements

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• The position works in an indoor, recreation facility program-oriented environment.
  • The physical demands of this position are described below
    • Sitting, walking, twisting, bending, climbing, pulling, pushing, squatting, crawling, kneeling, balancing, reaching, and coordination (eye, hand, foot).
    • Fall (Slip, Trip) Conditions that result in falls (impacts) from height or traditional walking and playing surfaces.
    • Lifting and carrying, often 10-25lbs, frequently 26-50lbs, occasionally 50-75 lbs.
    • Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone.
    • Dexterity of hands, fingers, and wrists to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.
• In general, the position works a schedule based on business needs 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday, and may require evening and weekend work as needed.
  • When school is in session - may work up to, but not in excess of 20 hours per week (among all concurrent positions).
  • When classes are not in session (i.e. summer break) may work up to, but not in excess of 40 hours per week.
• This position is non-exempt from the provisions of Section 1 of the California Industrial Welfare Commission Orders.

Employment Information & Policies

Benefits
This position is employed through the Student Union at San Jose State University which offers employees to receive 40 hours of sick pay during the calendar year.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action The Student Union of San José State University (SJSU) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, medical condition, national origin, race, religion or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, transgender, or protected veteran status consistent with applicable federal and state laws. The Student Union and SJSU have a firm and unambiguous commitment to the active elimination of discrimination, and the affirmative recruitment of a diverse, multi-racial community of students, faculty and staff.

Background Check and Fingerprinting Student Union employees are required to undergo and complete a successful background check that includes verification of employment and education, as well as a check of criminal records for employment. Candidates for positions where the employee will come in regular contact with minors and cash management will be required to be fingerprinted. This policy includes emergency hires and may also be applicable to volunteers depending on the work performed. In some cases, the background check will include a credit check and/or a Department of Motor Vehicles check, as well as a check of licenses and certificates when applicable. All background checks are conducted through the Student Union third-party vendor, Accurate Background.

California State University (CSU) Learning and Development Within the first month, all employees are required to complete the following compliance online training session through CSU Learn, the University's employee training platform. Employees will be enrolled in the training soon after their appointment is processed and will be notified via email from View email address on click.appcast.io

1. CSU - Injury and Illness Prevention Program
2. CSU - Preventing Discrimination and Harassment for Non-Supervisors
3. CSU - Sexual Misconduct Prevention Program (Title IX) - required within the first 6 months of hire
4. Data Security and FERPA

California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act All Student Union at San Jose State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.