FWS - Social Media/Content Creator Student Assistant

Job Description

This is a Federal Work Study position ONLY. This position is for Stevens students currently enrolled. Must have at least 6 credits. Requirement: Candidate must have received a Federal Work Study on your Financial Aid Award Letter. Students can speak with Student Employment regarding further job questions. This position is for Stevens students currently enrolled.

This is a Federal Work Study position ONLY. This position is for Stevens students currently enrolled. Must have at least 6 credits. Requirement: Candidate must have received a Federal Work Study on your Financial Aid Award Letter. Students can speak with Student Employment regarding further job questions. This position is for Stevens students currently enrolled.

Name of the position: FWS - Social Media/Content Creator Student Assistant

Classification of the position (e.g., reading tutor 1, reading tutor 2, laboratory assistant, library technician 1 or 2, etc.): Social Media Assistant 1    

Name and address of the student’s employer (the school, public agency, nonprofit organization, etc.): Stevens Institute of Technology, 1 Castle Point Terrace, Hoboken, NJ

Department or office in which the student will be employed: Office of Student Affairs

Location where the student will perform his/her duties: Office of Student Affairs – UCC 2nd Floor / 5 Hours a week guaranteed - some in-person and some hours can be remote

Name of the student’s supervisor; The position reports to the Executive Assistant of Student Affairs and is responsible for duties assigned by the Executive Assistant and/or the Student Affairs Staff. Failure to fulfill required job expectations (essential functions) and qualifications in a satisfactory manner or violations of Department/College Policy will be grounds for termination.  

Purpose or role of the position within the organization: The Office of Student Affairs prepares students holistically through leadership development, co-curricular programming, community engagement, and dialogue around inclusion and diversity.  We strive to create a community of learners that think critically and act responsibly both within the Stevens community and beyond. The Social Media Assistant will support ongoing communications for The Office of Student Affairs. The Social Media Assistant is responsible for creating and updating content on websites and social media platforms.

Duties and responsibilities associated with the position and how they relate to the purpose or role:
-Plan, create and maintain engaging social media content.

-Support the development of social media strategies.

-Create weekly grahpics/flyers for events and newsletters.

-Must be able to attend events happening on campus to capture video footage and photos, be comfortable with being on camera themselves, initiate interviews, etc.

-Update socials/sites with current and accurate information.

-Review and improve website functionality.

-Research existing trends and best practices.

-Assist with the creation of marketing and digital advertising materials.

-Ensure that all content and materials adhere to brand standards.

-Collaborate with staff and faculty to support website and social media initiatives.

-This role will work a lot with other student affairs offices and events as needed.

-Other duties as assigned.

Rates of pay for the position (cross-referenced to the wage rates appearing in the school’s policies and procedures manual):

Minimum Wage ($15.92)

General qualifications for the position and the specific qualifications for the various levels or rates of pay associated with the position:

-Must be an undergraduate student who has received work-study.

-Ability to creatively write content to engage an intended audience.

-Ability to meet deadlines and organize time effectively.

-Ability to demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy.

-Ability to update websites and social media platforms.

-Ability to use social & digital media to effectively communicate or respond to others.

-Ability to use editing software and a variety of computer applications.

The length of the student’s employment (beginning and ending dates): Fall 2026 & Spring 2027

Terms of Employment 

-Abide by all Departmental and College policies. 

-Work as scheduled and report to work on time. 

-Attend all mandatory staff meetings and/or training. 

-Procedures for determining a student’s rate of pay when a position has multiple rates: n/a

Confidentiality 

-As a Social Media/Content Creator Assistant, you are to adhere to the following practices of confidentiality. 

-Protect the privacy of students, parents, faculty and staff about whom you have information.  

-Completely refrain from discussing matters pertaining to the office/department with (or in the presence of) non-office persons.  

-Limit access to confidential information to that for which you have work-related needs.

Department

EEO Statement:

Stevens Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Accordingly, Stevens adheres to an employment policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against candidates or employees based on legally impermissible factor(s) including, but not necessarily limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, nationality, citizenship status, age, ancestry, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, disability, or any protected military or veteran status. 

Stevens is building a diverse faculty, staff, and student body and strongly encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Stevens is a federal contractor under the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as well as other federal statutes. Stevens seeks candidates who will contribute to a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students, faculty and staff.

Jeanne Clery Disclosure: 

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