The Marketing and Communications Coordinator is responsible for creating, executing, and evaluating marketing and communications strategies and tactics that support Student Activities and Leadership Programs (SALP) recruitment and retention goals, as well as support overall student engagement at Portland State University.
Marketing programs, services, and opportunities that encourage student involvement and foster student success
Provide leadership for the creation, design, production, and delivery of all publications, promotional materials, newsletters, website, social media, photo, video, and other presentations for SALP
Leading and supervising a team of up to three hourly student employees responsible for supporting marketing and communication efforts
Provide training and mentoring for student leaders from SALP programs and groups to enhance their capacity for marketing and communications
Ensuring representation for SALP at various sponsored activities among current and prospective Portland State students and community members, including Orientation, New Student Week, student recruitment events, resource fairs, and open houses.
Playing an integral role in SALP's strategic planning and student success while serving as an active member of the Portland State community, including serving on committees and attending events.
The position reports to the SALP Executive Director and is charged with serving as the marketing and communications subject matter expert while working effectively with cross functional teams in the department and university.
All Portland State University employees, regardless of work location, must submit either (1) Proof of Vaccination; or (2) have an approved medical or religious exemption, on their first day or employment. To read the full PSU vaccination policy, please visit: https://www.pdx.edu/policies/covid-vaccination
Minimum Qualifications:
BA/BS with 2+ years of related experience in marketing and communications
Competence in use of design software and applications, for example Photoshop, Illustrator, or In-Design
Experience planning and managing simultaneous complex projects and managing deliverables according to deadlines
Demonstrated ability to mentor, teach, train and evaluate students
Demonstrated proficiency in graphic design, web management, and social media
Collaborative style and strong interpersonal skills, including ability to work in teams and with a wide range of people
Demonstrated mastery in writing newsletters and web content
Preferred Qualifications:
Excellent written and oral communication skills and experience
Experience mentoring, training, or supervising student staff
Experience with marketing and communications in a university setting
Demonstrated experience supporting and enhancing an inclusive and culturally respectful environment
Experience managing quality video production processes
Competence in use of design software and applications, for example Photoshop, Illustrator, or In-Design
Practical experience using project tracking tools, such as Asana
Located in Portland, Oregon, one of the nation's most livable cities, the University's innovative approach to education combines academic rigor in the classroom with field-based experiences through internships and classroom projects with community partners. The University's 49-acre downtown campus exhibits Portland State's commitment to sustainability with green buildings, while many of the 124 bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees incorporate sustainability into the curriculum. PSU's motto, "Let Knowledge Serve the City," inspires the teaching and research of an accomplished faculty whose work and students span the globe. PSU seeks talented individuals who understand our values and strategic goals and enjoy sharing ideas and collaborating in an environment of mutual respect to achieve those values and goals. We are committed to leading through engagement and seek individuals who support this strategy. Engagement describes Portland State's collaborative approach to the exchange of knowledge and resources with local, regional, national, and global partners for mutual benefit of students, faculty, and the community. As a component of the Diversity Action Plan and the President's... Strategic Mission of achieving global excellence, Portland State University strives to become an institution that is recognized nationally and internationally for the accomplishments of its faculty, the reputation of its programs, and the preparation of it students as world citizens. For more information visit http://www.pdx.edu/about-portland-state
