Social Media Specialist I

Position Title: Social Media Specialist I Job Group: Professional & Scientific Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree Job Description The Ivy College of Business is hiring a Social Media Specialist I to create day-to-day content and develop comprehensive strategies to support college objectives on social media. Under the supervision of the college’s Graphic Designer, this individual will work directly with the college's marketing and communications team, which includes the Director of Marketing and Communications, Graphic Designer, Event Planner, Web Manager, as well as marketing and photography interns. The successful candidate will be skilled with social media content management platforms and analytics, stay organized, and deliver timely, creative content (text, image, and video) based on audience insight. The successful candidate will also foster positive and collaborative relationships with internal and external constituents. Example of Duties Develops and manages social media strategies and campaigns. Creates and publishes daily content, including text, graphics, photos, and short-form videos. Builds brand awareness, increases engagement, and grows social media audiences. Promotes the Ivy College of Business, its people, events, and accomplishments. Monitors platform trends, best practices, and digital accessibility standards. Plans and manages paid social media campaigns within established budgets. Monitors campaign performance, engagement, and analytics. Recommends content and strategy improvements based on results. Prepares monthly and annual performance reports and shares insights with leadership. Monitors social media activity and responds to comments, questions, and feedback. Identifies opportunities to increase engagement with key audiences and stakeholders. Establishes, manages, and monitors college-affiliated social media accounts. Provides guidance and expertise on social media strategies, platform requirements, and best practices. Conducts social listening and competitor research to identify trends and opportunities. Preferred Qualifications Experience managing and maintaining social media accounts across multiple platforms. Experience developing, implementing, and managing paid social media advertising campaigns. Ability to interpret social media metrics and analytics, prepare performance reports, and use data to inform and guide content and marketing strategies. Experience creating engaging digital content, including photography, videography, and short-form video. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience with professional correspondence with faculty and staff, caption writing, and developing audience-focused social media content. Eligibility and Application Requirements Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position. Contract Information Appointment Type: Regular Number of Months Employed Per Year: 12 Month Work Period Time Type: Full time Pay Grade: PS806 Original Posting Date: November 3, 2026 Posting Close Date: November 10, 2026 Job Requisition Number: R20173 Benefits Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) Life insurance and long-term disability Flexible Spending Accounts Various voluntary benefits and discounts Employee Assistance Program Wellbeing program WorkFlex options for some positions Equal Opportunity & Diversity Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. 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