Social Media Assistant (Student Worker Only)

Job Description:POSITION SUMMARYThe Academic Administration team is seeking a student worker to support social media efforts across multiple academic departments. This role will focus on planning, creating, managing, and posting content across platforms including Instagram, Bluesky, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, and YouTube.The student worker will partner closely with an Academic Administration team member who serves as the social media liaison for the School of Consciousness and Transformation (SCT), as well as collaborate with department chairs to align on goals and approve content.This position is responsible for growing social media engagement and increasing followers through consistent, thoughtful content creation.The role is fully remote and is expected to continue year-round, including Summer 2026, Fall 2026, and Spring 2027.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESCreate and implement social media marketing plans.Curate and schedule posts for active social media accounts.Develop content to increase engagement and enrollment.Produce videography and edit content to the appropriate social media format.Produce photography or create lively, enticing, and personable images for social media.Conduct interviews to collect content from faculty, alums, and students.Draft meaningful content that reflects the culture of each academic department.Strong knowledge of current social media related apps and services including apps for quick image and video editing, captioning, link trees, reposting, etc.Monitor and respond to comments and direct messages in a timely manner.Requirements:MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSApplicants must be currently enrolled at CIIS in a certificate/degree-seeking program.Familiarity with managing social media platforms and ease with navigating their features.Strong creative writing and verbal communication skills.Ability to learn and adhere to CIIS's brand standards, voice, and marketing practices.Excellent project management skills to consistently meet deadlines.Self-starter: Ability to work independently and find work when tasks are completed.Ability problem solve when necessary.Attention to detail, punctuality, and reliable attendance.Ability to interact professionally with students, faculty, and staff.Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding faculty, staff and student information when required.It would be preferable for someone to be close to the SF Bay Area to attend and capture in-person programming but not required.ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDSThis is a fully remote position. Work is primarily performed independently, with regular virtual collaboration and communication with team members, department staff, and stakeholders.PHYSICAL ABILITIESThis position requires attention to detail, good memory, ability to work under deadline pressure, sitting and standing for long periods of time, oral and written communication, keyboarding for significant portions of the workday, pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, reaching, patience, and tact to perform the essential functions.LOCATIONREMOTEAdditional Information:WAGES$19.61 per hourHOURS15 hours per weekNOTES TO CANDIDATEWorking Conditions Duties are primarily performed in an office environment at a desk or computer terminal, typically Monday through Friday.Background Check Due to the sensitivity and requirements of this position, you should expect to undergo and be cleared of an employment background/criminal check, if extended an offer for employment. You may also be asked to provide proof of educational degree(s), licenses, or credentials pertinent to the position. If your job requires driving on behalf of CIIS you will be required to provide proof of a valid driver's license.Visa Sponsorship Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.Relocation Assistance This position is not eligible for relocation assistance.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICYAt the California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS), we are dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging, guided by our Seven Commitments. We value the diverse experiences, perspectives, and identities within our community and strive to create and maintain environments that are inclusive, equitable, accessible, and welcoming for all.As an Equal Opportunity Employer we are committed to providing an open, fair, and non-discriminatory environment for all individuals, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. This commitment extends to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and other terms and conditions of employment.CIIS actively seeks to recruit and retain individuals who bring a broad range of cultural backgrounds, languages, and life experiences that enhance our institutional mission and values.Application Instructions:Screening begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Using the Apply Now link, please submit a Resume online.