What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Employee- Newton Gresham Library- Social Media and Marketing Student Assistant position at Inside Higher Ed?
Requisition:
202500466ST
Title:
Student Employee- Newton Gresham Library- Social Media and Marketing Student Assistant
Employee Class:
Student Employee
College Work Study Position:
No
Department:
Newton Gresham Library
Division:
Division of Academic Affairs
Hours Per Week:
10-15
Hiring Rate:
$9.00 per hour
Preferred Student Classification:
N/A
Nature & Purpose Of Position:
Newton Gresham Library faculty and staff envision a library that supports and enhances the development of critically thinking, educated, and informed lifelong learners. The Library is critical to the University’s learning and research mission and seeks to create physical and virtual environments that promote the discovery and transfer of new and existing knowledge. The Library fulfills this mission by providing organized access to a diverse array of quality print, electronic, and other resources and by continuously improving the effectiveness of its instructional and research services.
Nature & Purpose Of Position:
This position is responsible for representing the SHSU Library on social media platforms, staying updated on happenings in the library and across campus, and engaging the campus community through social media communication and content creation. Desired qualities of the ideal candidate include:
“Media Presentation” Document
Please create a sample Instagram post to promote the event described below and submit the file as your Media Presentation.
The library will be hosting its annual Halloween Ghost Tour and Costume Contest on October 29, in rooms NGL 106 & 110. The tour is offered on a first-come-first-served basis from 7 to 8 pm, followed by the costume contest starting at 8:15 pm.
Students must be enrolled at least 6 hours per long semester to be eligible for employment. Graphic design experience is also welcome for this position. Training provided on the job for any additional knowledge needed. Standard department hours of operation range from Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm. Must be available to work within this hourly range as well as some evening and weekend events throughout the semester(s).
Open Date:
12/17/2025
Position Number:
9N9950-00
Contact Name & Title:
Isabel Kirwin
Contact Phone:
936-294-1613
Contact Email:
isabel@shsu.edu
EEO Statement:
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code
202500466ST
Title:
Student Employee- Newton Gresham Library- Social Media and Marketing Student Assistant
Employee Class:
Student Employee
College Work Study Position:
No
Department:
Newton Gresham Library
Division:
Division of Academic Affairs
Hours Per Week:
10-15
Hiring Rate:
$9.00 per hour
Preferred Student Classification:
N/A
Nature & Purpose Of Position:
Newton Gresham Library faculty and staff envision a library that supports and enhances the development of critically thinking, educated, and informed lifelong learners. The Library is critical to the University’s learning and research mission and seeks to create physical and virtual environments that promote the discovery and transfer of new and existing knowledge. The Library fulfills this mission by providing organized access to a diverse array of quality print, electronic, and other resources and by continuously improving the effectiveness of its instructional and research services.
Nature & Purpose Of Position:
This position is responsible for representing the SHSU Library on social media platforms, staying updated on happenings in the library and across campus, and engaging the campus community through social media communication and content creation. Desired qualities of the ideal candidate include:
- Self-starter who works well independently with little supervision
- Strong customer service/people skills and ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Experience using social media platforms, including Instagram and Facebook. Interest in social media trending topics.
- Interest in graphic design, marketing, and public relations
- In-depth knowledge of library services and resources is preferred
- Generate ideas and create social media content relevant to the SHSU Library, including reels, posts, etc.
- Plan and follow a posting schedule, and follow relevant marketing and communication guidelines
- Stay up to date on new social media tools, best practices, and social media content of campus partners
- Talk to students, library employees, and campus partners to develop ideas and capture content
- Regularly communicate with and report to the assigned supervisor(s)
- Occasionally staff the library’s admin office welcome desk
- Occasionally participate in tabling or other events to represent the library, when schedule allows
- Attend required trainings & adhere to all department guidelines and policies
- Other duties as assigned
“Media Presentation” Document
Please create a sample Instagram post to promote the event described below and submit the file as your Media Presentation.
The library will be hosting its annual Halloween Ghost Tour and Costume Contest on October 29, in rooms NGL 106 & 110. The tour is offered on a first-come-first-served basis from 7 to 8 pm, followed by the costume contest starting at 8:15 pm.
Students must be enrolled at least 6 hours per long semester to be eligible for employment. Graphic design experience is also welcome for this position. Training provided on the job for any additional knowledge needed. Standard department hours of operation range from Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm. Must be available to work within this hourly range as well as some evening and weekend events throughout the semester(s).
Open Date:
12/17/2025
Position Number:
9N9950-00
Contact Name & Title:
Isabel Kirwin
Contact Phone:
936-294-1613
Contact Email:
isabel@shsu.edu
EEO Statement:
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code
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