Job Title

Communications and Project Specialist

Classification

Marketing Communications Professional II

Auto Req. ID

560059

Salary Range

Classification Range $5,178 - $7,543 per month

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $5,178 - $6,188 per month)

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Why CSUF

California State University, Fullerton (Cal State Fullerton) is a leading public university committed to student success, academic excellence, and inclusive excellence. The university fosters a collaborative environment that supports teaching, research, and service while promoting innovation and professional growth. Cal State Fullerton is both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, and a recipient of the Seal of Excelencia (2021 and 2024) from Excelencia in Education. Joining Cal State Fullerton means becoming part of a community dedicated to advancing student achievement, career success, and economic mobility.

Department

The Parking and Transportation department within the Division of Administration and Finance provides access to the campus through alternative commute options and parking programs that mitigate traffic congestion and improve air quality through the reduction of mobile source emissions. This role will work collaboratively with the campus community through creative and engaging content. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Communications and Project Specialist (Marketing Communications Professional II). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Communications  and Project Specialist coordinates the communications and project implementation strategies in support of the department’s overall goals. Under the general direction of department management, and the Lead Communications and Projects Specialist, the Communications and Project Specialist is responsible for the independent performance of the department’s communications and outreach. Responsible for oversight and lead coordination of external and internal marketing efforts for the department, media relations, community outreach, web communications, and publication functions. Oversees design and execution of the marketing plan and all department marketing materials to increase awareness of programs and provides timely updates to the campus community. Responsible for overseeing the department’s web marketing, photography, and social media strategy and growth. Developing and administering social media accounts to inform campus employees, students, and visitors. Communicates efforts by creating and delivering the appropriate media messages. Prepares all department publications and maintains oversight of the department website. Develops internal stories to communicate with external constituencies. Ensures consistency of brand presentation across programs, aligned with division and university branding strategies. Oversees scheduling of department outreach opportunities and events on campus. Captures high-quality event photography and videography and maintains the department photo library. Uses analytics to track the effectiveness of outreach, engagement, and projects. Educates administrators and staff regarding effective marketing practices and trends. Serves as the department liaison to other university departments to ensure that university activities support the desired brand presentation. Oversees internal communication, which includes ensuring employees within the department are kept informed of goals and updates by using an internal communication strategy through several channels such as meetings, internal emails, and newsletters. Creates and updates standard operating procedures for department processes. The position requires significant collaboration, both internally and externally. Responsible for ensuring communications and processes promote engagement and inclusive strategies are incorporated. Other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications

Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of relevant experience. Additional experience which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. Under general supervision, creates engaging content and develops and implements marketing campaigns, communication plans, and initiatives. Applies professional level knowledge of the marketing and/or communications fields, including working knowledge of a specialty area. Collaborates with various stakeholders to enhance the university’s brand image, promote programs and achievements, and engage with internal and external audiences. Works independently on most day-to-day assignments with general supervision on new assignments or projects to ensure alignment with objectives. Handles multiple work priorities and is accountable for own work results. Work is reviewed for soundness of technical judgment.

Working skills and knowledge of marketing, communications, public relations, branding, and/or related disciplines. Working knowledge of protocols and institutional etiquette related to public and media relations. Working knowledge of copyright and other applicable laws pertaining to publications and the media. Skilled in developing and implementing marketing and/or communications strategies and campaigns. Strong project planning and organizational skills to plan, organize, and manage multiple marketing projects. Strong composition and editing skills to quickly produce clear and concise standard documents for internal and external publication. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to create and deliver marketing initiatives and campaigns. Ability to provide lead work direction and training to others. Proficiency in using communication and marketing software and tools.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.  

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree or the equivalent from an accredited college or university in English, journalism, public relations, communications, or a related field. A minimum of four years of editing, writing, journalism, public relations, communications, or marketing experience. Prior relevant work experience in higher education. Knowledge of university policies, procedures, organizational structure, and protocol. Knowledge of personal computer systems (PC platform), word processing (Microsoft Word), web content management programs, email and internet programs, and AP style guidelines. Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat, InDesign, and Photoshop. Ability to adapt to and embrace new technologies.

License/Certifications

A valid California driver’s license.

Special Working Conditions

Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator

Benefits at a Glance

• An array of health plans that include prescription drug coverage
• Dental and Vision coverage
• Income protection benefits including life insurance and disability
• Retirement plan through CalPERS
• Tuition waiver for employees and dependents if eligible
• FlexCash (in lieu of health and dental)
• Employee Assistance Programs
• 15 paid holidays

See our CSUF Benefits website for additional information.

Additional Information

California State University, Fullerton is committed to fostering an environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. We welcome individuals ready to make an impact on student and staff success to apply and become part of the Titan Community. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination based on regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or any other protected status.

As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.

If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.  

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration. 

California State University, Fullerton is not currently sponsoring any new H-1B petitions for staff, management, or faculty positions.

Effective October 1, 2025, the California State University (CSU) will implement a salary step structure for CSUEU-represented employees in bargaining units 2, 5, 7, and 9. This position may be subject to changes resulting from this implementation, in alignment with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.

Hiring Preference

On-Campus CSUEU Employees