Full time
Job Number: job requisition
id
R0076811
Location: Little Rock
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Date:
Type of Position:
Professional Staff – Project/Program Administration
Workstudy
Position:
No
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Sponsorship
Available:
No
Institution Name:
Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas
The
University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and
Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas
Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the
Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System
Administration. As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace
culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary
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Human Resources at 501-671-2219 or 479-502-9820.
Department:
Office of Communications
Director
Department’s Website:
Summary of Job Duties:
Summary:
The Social Media Manager
will provide support to the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture Cooperative Extension Service in all areas of social media
management.
Duties:
- Write, edit, design, and publish engaging and accessible content daily (e.g., original text, photos,
videos, and graphics) that meets platform-specific requirements on all Extension social media platforms. - Oversee social media
strategy and execution, including content planning, execution, and day-to-day engagement with followers. - Oversee design of social
media accounts (e.g. Facebook timeline cover, profile pictures and branded images) - Analyze performance metrics for social media
campaigns, using insights to refine strategy and improve engagement and reach. - Schedule content in advance to ensure consistent
presence. - Provide technical support and assistance with employees’ social media (troubleshooting, strategy advisement, account
registry, analytics etc. - Maintain social media governance process and recommend best practices for employee social media business
accounts - Plan and conduct regular social media training for employees
- Attend major Division events for social media
coverage - Monitor analytics regularly and collaborate on content with news writers
- Research and recommend trending
social media platforms for use by Extension business accounts
Qualifications:
Minimum
Qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree in digital media production, technical writing, journalism, mass communication, English or
related field is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 3 years’ experience in social media management
- Experience
managing Facebook, Instagram, Reels, X, Pinterest, YouTube and LinkedIn. - Proficiency with design tools (Canva, Adobe Creative
Suite) and social scheduling tools (e.g. Social Pilot) - Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to
adapt content for diverse audiences - Strong photography and video editing skills
- Experience creating videos (shooting
and editing using smartphone) as well as knowledge and experience creating branded videos for social media and digital media - Knowledge/awareness of WCAG accessibility standards
- Experience with paid ads and boosted posts in all social media platforms
- Positive and collaborative work ethic
Additional Information:
Work Hours:
M-F, some nights
and weekend work may be required.
Special Instructions for the Applicant:
For consideration, applicants must upload a
Resume, Cover letter, Transcript, Samples of Work, and a list of three references. If you have technical issues uploading a document,
contact Human Resources at [email protected]
Salary Information:
Required Documents to Apply:
Optional
Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact
Information:
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening
Requirements:
Motor Vehicle Reports Check
The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture may conduct
pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a
criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background
check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the
requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state
and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its
education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including
age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual
orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may
be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have
proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to
public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing,
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Talking
Frequent Physical
Activity:
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, N/A, Sitting
Occasional Physical
Activity:
Driving, N/A, Reaching, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking
Benefits Eligible:
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