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Posting Summary
| Posting Number: YUSA-8248 |
| Position Title: Social Media and Marketing Assistant |
| Department: Housing Services, Campus Services and Business Operations |
| Affiliation: YUSA |
| Band: 9 |
| Salary: Annual salary of $51,187 will be prorated based on the number of weeks worked. |
| Duration: Limited Term Full-Time |
| Hours: 8:30 am - 4;30 pm |
| Position Start Date: January 1, 2013 Position End Date: February 1, 2014 |
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Purpose:
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A LIMITED TERM CONTRACT.Reporting to the Senior Manager, Recruitment & Tenant Relations, the Social Media and Marketing Assistant will assist Housing Services in the development and execution of new marketing initiatives to improve the recruitment and retention of students in our on-campus housing. This position will market the residence experience to prospective and current students in support of the new Housing Strategy and departmental objectives to increase occupancy rates and improve student engagement. The Social Media and Marketing Assistant, through the use of current social and digital media technologies and trends, will enhance and maintain York’s student housing presence online. |
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Education:
Completion of Community College Diploma in Business Administration, Communications, Marketing or Social Media Marketing or equivalent such as completion of high school plus 1-2 years of advanced training or practical experience in the use of current marketing and digital media technologies in addition to the minimum years of experience required. |
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Experience:
1-2 years of recent related experience in marketing, communications plus experience producing content across a range of social and digital media for marketing purposes including experience working with a database. |
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Skills:
Demonstrated skills/abilities in the following areas:
Proficiency working with specialized digital media software such as Adobe Premium Pro, Photoshop for producing/editing videos, and Contribute and WordPress for editing design and content of the website; hands-on experience with operating a DSLR camera and configuring LCD/LED screens for video display.
Some analytical skills are required for extracting and assessing data from online social media programs (e.g. Facebook, Youtube, Google); and experience working with a database (e.g. StarRez).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in dealing with individual inquiries and group settings including online discussions; strong attention to details; creative thinking and marketing skills; ability to meet deadlines; exercise good judgment; demonstrated initiative. |
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| Cover Letter Required: Yes |
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Dates:
| Internal Posting Date: January 2, 2013 |
| Internal Application Deadline: January 9, 2013 |
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| Extended Posting Date: February 8, 2013 |
| Extended Application Deadline: February 15, 2013 |
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| External Posting Date: February 8, 2013 |
| External Application Deadline: February 15, 2013 |
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Please Note: All applications must be received by 4:30 p.m. on the posted deadline date.
Thank you for your interest in a career with York University.
Are you interested in applying to YUSA-8248?
To apply to this position click the following link to access our online application portal: https://hr2.apps01.yorku.ca/machform/view.php?id=13474
During the application process, please ensure that:
- You have submitted a complete application package using our online application portal*. A complete application package consists of the completed application form, a cover letter and resume
by 4:30 p.m. on the posted deadline date.
When emailing your application package, ensure that you have attached the resume, cover letter, and application form to your email.
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- You have quoted the appropriate posting number on your application form and in the subject line of your email. Please keep the posting number and position description for future reference or inquiries.
The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University's employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and aboriginal persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by the Human Rights Code. York University is committed to employment equity and diversity and a positive and supportive environment.
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We are committed to enhancing our environmentally and socially responsible practices for the benefit of all members of the York community. Our long term perspective recognizes our responsibility to be innovators and to continually work as a community to reduce our ecological impact.
Please note, due to the high volume of applications received only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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