Social Media / Event Coordinator - Student Success

Fairmont State University

Fairmont, WV

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$12–$15 Per Hour
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Advertising, Brand Marketing (Branding), Communication Skills, Data Entry, Detail Oriented, Establish Priorities, Event Management, Event Marketing, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), Interpersonal Skills, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Office, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Schedule Development, Social Media, Telephone Skills, Time Management, Website Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Fairmont, WV
POSTED
1 day ago

Posting Details

Posting Detail Information

Student Requisition Number 2027023STP Job Title Social Media / Event Coordinator - Student Success Number of Positions Available 2 Funded by Federal Workstudy only Yes Description of Job Duties and Responsibilities

The Social Media / Event Coordinator supports the Office of Student Success by promoting programs, services, and campus engagement initiatives through digital platforms and event coordination.

Minimum Qualifications

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Creating, scheduling, and publishing content for official Fairmont State Student Success social media accounts.
  • Monitoring and responding to engagement (comments, messages, tags) in a timely and professional manner.
  • Maintaining a social media content calendar aligned with institutional priorities.
  • Assisting with planning, promoting, and executing Student Success and campus-wide events.
  • Capturing photos and video content at events for marketing and outreach purposes.
  • Supporting website updates and digital communication efforts.
  • Collaborating with campus partners and student organizations to share relevant content.
  • Performing general clerical duties including data entry, answering phones, and preparing materials.
  • Ensuring compliance with Fairmont State University branding, communication standards, and Code of Conduct.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Notes to Applicant

  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to maintain a professional demeanor in all interactions.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and social media platforms.
  • Ability to handle responsibilities in accordance with FERPA and confidentiality standards.

Student Appointment Length Academic Year Base Hourly Rate $12.00-$15.00 Quicklink for Posting https://www.fairmontstatejobs.com/postings/11018

Department/Supervision

Department Student Success Employment Location Main Campus Position will report to (title) Associate Director of Retention Initatives

Recruitment/Advertising

Anticipated Hire Date August 18, 2025 Job Posting Date 06/24/2026 Job Close Date 08/29/2026

Supplemental Questions

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