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Posted: 20-Dec-25
Location: VA
Type: Full-time
Internal Number: 55000297
Title: Social Media Manager
Application Review Date: December 19, 2025
Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus
Work Authorization: Radford University employs individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Applicants requiring new H-1B visa sponsorship will not be considered.
| Job Description The Social Media Manager is responsible for organizing, developing and implementing a dynamic social media strategy to advance the university's strategic goals, priorities and messaging and increase brand equity. |
| Required Qualifications 3-5 years of demonstrated experience as a content creator developing written and visual content (video and photo) for platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram to reach and regularly engage with followers and constituents. Portfolio showcasing examples of written and visual content used on social or other digital platforms. Experience with social media management tools like Hootsuite. Experience with social media monitoring, reporting and analytics. |
| Preferred Qualifications: Crisis/issues communication experience. Previous experience in higher education social media management. Knowledge of social media accessibility best practices. Experience providing consultation and guidance to social media users throughout campus setting related to basic social media best practices and trends. Familiarity with project management systems such as Asana, Basecamp or Lytho. |
Is this position Grant Funded: No
Is this position restricted: No
Is this position eligible for telework: No
Hours Per Week: 40
Months per Year: 12
Statement of Economic Interest Required: No
FLSA Status: Exempt
Work Classification: Classified Staff
Normal Work Schedule: 40 hours per week, some nights and weekends
Employee Classification: Media Specialist III
Department: Marketing and Communication
Salary: Up to $53,000 depending on experience.
Department Contact Name: Gina Stike
Department Contact Phone: 5408315585
Department Contact Email: gstike@radford.edu
Equal Opportunity Statement:
| Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices. |
Clery Statement
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.
Criminal Background Check Statement
Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.