Social Media Specialist

The College of Health and Human Sciences (HHS) at Kansas State University is looking to hire a Social Media Specialist to join their team. This position will support the work of HHS through managing the college's social media accounts and creating assets that can be used across multiple platforms to enhance the college's brand. The Social Media Specialist will assist with the creation, production, and implementation of social media campaigns to support the college's student enrollment and retention goals, enhance the impact of research and scholarship through public awareness, and recruit faculty and staff with high potential for success. This position reports to the Public Information Officer.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Manage and create compelling and action-oriented digital content, to include videos/reels, graphics, etc., for social media and other emerging channels
• Analyze performance metrics and report on content effectiveness
• Serve as a consultant to HHS schools and programs regarding best practices on social media usage
• Lead all design and creation of print and digital assets
• Build an asset library of photos and videos/reels to be used for digital and print needs
• Help ensure all creative outputs meet brand standards and are effectively distributed
• Collaborate with team members to support marketing initiatives

This is a part-time, benefits-eligible position. The selected candidate will be expected to work approximately 20 hours per week.

The College of Health and Human Sciences inspires and prepares passionate and caring individuals for a meaningful life and career that promotes human well-being in the areas of consumer sciences, health sciences, and human sciences. Home to 16 undergraduate and 22 graduate programs, we provide students with the education and skills needed to make an impact in the lives of individuals, families, and communities. For more information, visit https://www.hhs.k-state.edu/.

This position is on-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma (or equivalent)
• Four years of relevant experience
  
  
  
  • Requirements may be met through a combination of work experience and education
  
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in advertising, marketing, communications, or related field
• One to three years of experience with photography, videography, and graphic design software such as Adobe Creative Suite
• Expertise in social media platforms and trends, with experience in managing social media accounts for organizations or brands
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines
• Possess a strong creative vision with the ability to translate ideas into compelling visual content

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

Please submit the following documents:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume
3. Contact information for three professional references

Inquiries about the position should be directed to the search committee chair, Chelsi Smith, at cmedved@ksu.edu with the subject line: Social Media Specialist Search.

Applications close on: August 13, 2026

$21.15 - $22.12 per hour