Salary: $42,623.00 – $55,410.00 Annually
Location : Stark State College – Main Campus (North Canton)
Job Type: Full Time Staff (Exempt)
Job Number: 202400484
Division: Marketing, Advancement, & Partnerships
Department: Marketing/Communications
Opening Date: 10/06/2023
Closing Date: 10/27/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
Position Purpose
Our Media Specialist/Staff Writer assists the Director of Marketing and Communications with the development and implementation of strong, concise messaging and media strategies to support and advance the mission of Stark State College. Which includes providing copywriting expertise for official College communication; nurturing media relations through responses to media requests, writing news releases, feature stories and pitches, and coordinating media interviews; developing social media strategy and managing all College accounts.
Typical hours of work: Monday through Friday 8:00a – 4:30p
Location: Main Campus (North Canton, Ohio)
Who we are:
The positive energy at Stark State College comes from exceptionally dedicated employees who work hard for students. Success – for both our employees and our students – is the result.
We value diversity in backgrounds and experiences and strive to provide an environment that makes students, faculty, staff and community feel welcome and valued. You would be a great fit if:
- You are able to take long, academic content and create concise, clear messages.
- You enjoy creating student feature content that can be utilized to promote student success across all platforms (website, social media, traditional media). .
- You take pride in your work and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.
- You enjoy collaborating to develop a dynamic social media strategy and manage all College platforms (Facebook, Instagram, X – formerly Twitter) by monitoring daily, posting content and providing responsive interaction.
To be considered you’ll need:
- Bachelor’s degree
Field: Journalism, Communications, Marketing, English - 2-4 years of experience in journalism or professional writing in a marketing/public relations department is preferred. Experience with AP style and managing/creating professional social media content is required. Agency experience is helpful.
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Excellent medical, dental & vision coverage; paid life and AD&D insurance; state pension/retirement (OPERS/STRS); paid time off, sick leave and paid holidays; paid Stark State tuition, tuition reimbursement and employee assistance program.
The work you do at Stark State will matter to the thousands of students who walk through our doors, and eventually across the commencement stage, on their journey to a better tomorrow. Come join us and learn how your aspirations can be part of a better future for them – and you.
We love meeting stellar candidates, so please don’t hesitate to apply.
In order to improve hiring efficiency, be more responsive, and help us find the best candidates Stark State has implemented the use of a few recruiting tools such as Qualifi and Skill Survey. You may hear from us through one of these platforms during the recruitment process.
Qualifi is a cloud-based phone interviewing platform. Think of this like traditional phone interviews, but faster – allowing us to be more responsive to you, the applicant.
Checking candidates’ references for multiple top candidates provides a valuable means of verifying skills and experience represented in resumes and interviews. SkillSurvey Reference®, a cloud-based, data-driven solution allows us to access relevant feedback from references provided by our candidates. The chosen references receive job-specific surveys on at least 26 critical behaviors and skills. These behavioral competencies have been scientifically studied and have been shown to correlate with work outcomes.
Should you have any questions regarding your application or our recruiting and hiring process, please reach out to HR@starkstate.edu.
Medical Benefits
In-Network Deductible Amount:
Individual $300
Family $600
Co-insurance (PPO – in network) 90%
Maximum Out-of-Pocket Amount for In-Network Providers:
Individual $1,200
Family $2,400
Flexible Spending Account Program (FSA)Optional – Health & Dependent Care
Dental Benefits
Calendar Year Maximum Benefit $3,000 per person
Orthodontic Lifetime Maximum Benefit $2,000 per person
Calendar Year Deductible Amount:
Individual $25
Family $75
Co-Payment (after the deductible amount is satisfied):
*Preventative & Diagnostic Services 100% of R & C
Basic Restorative Services 80% of R & C
Major Restorative Services 80% of R & C
Orthodontic Services. 60% of R & C
Vision Benefits
Eye Exams One regular eye exam in a rolling 12-month period, covered at 100%
Lenses One pair in a rolling 12 month period
Single Vision $75 allowance per pair
Bifocal $100 allowance per pair
Trifocal $125 allowance per pair
Lenticular $200 allowance per pair
Frames
Frames frequency limit 1 every rolling 24 months, $170 allowance
Retirement Benefits
Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
The (OPERS), was established to provide a secure retirement for Ohio’s public employees and their families. OPERS is available to all staff Members. The College contributes 14% of the employees’ wages for the retirement benefit and the employee contributes 10%.
State Teachers Retirement System
The (STRS), was established to provide a secure retirement for Ohio’s public educators. STRS is available to all faculty members. The College contributes 14% of the employees’ wages for the retirement benefit and the employee contributes 14% of their wages toward the retirement benefit.
Alternative Retirement Plan
Faculty and staff may elect the Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP) in lieu of one of the state plans.
Voluntary Supplemental Retirement Accounts
Stark State College offers supplemental, voluntary savings options to help faculty and staff plan for retirement. Most employees are eligible to participate in the 403(b) and 457(b). These plans allow you to enhance your retirement savings through voluntary pre-tax (state and federal only) contributions to a Tax-Deferred Account (403(b) plan) and Deferred Compensation Program (457(b) plan).
Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
$50,000 (PAID by College)
Voluntary Supplemental Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Up to $60,000 (optional – employee paid)
Time Off
Sick Days 1.25 days/month
Holidays 13 paid days per fiscal year
Personal Days 3 paid days per fiscal year
Educational Assistance
Tuition Assistance Employee (after 1-year of service)
Instructional Fees (Stark State tuition) Employee & Dependents
Reciprocal Enrollment Agreement (KSU Stark) Employee
Wellness
Employee Assistance Program Employee & Family
Fitness Center Privileges (KSU Stark) Employee
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Do you have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing or English
- Yes
- No
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Do you have a minimum of 2-4 years of experience in journalism or professional writing in a marketing/public relations department is preferred. Experience with AP style and managing/creating professional social media content is required. Agency experience is helpful.
- Yes
- No
Required Question