Job of The Week: Marketing Analyst & Social Media Coordinator

This week, MSU Human Resources is featuring a job posting as a Marketing Analyst and Social Media Coordinator for the MSU College of Communication Arts and Sciences (job posting 998830). If you are innovative and detail-oriented, interested in program marketing for the college, and looking to play a pivotal role in marketing and enrollment efforts, this may be the position for you! This job posting is for a one-year limited-term role with the possibility of renewal based on success in the position and the needs of the college.

The MSU College of Communication Arts and Sciences (sometimes referred to as ComArtSci) is one of the largest and most respected communication colleges in the nation, as well as the first of its kind. It prides itself on offering world-class training to students through innovation, dedication, individual strength, and collaboration, all in order to shape a better tomorrow.

In this position, you will manage paid social media campaigns, search ads, and enhance ComArtSci’s social media presence on all platforms. You will create and distribute content to a diverse audience and be responsible for active engagement. The candidate will also work on future projects and align them with the college’s strategic priorities to demonstrate ongoing education and enrollment. Additionally, you will conduct keyword research, work with ad trafficking to direct students to programs, use short-form video content to leverage current trends and audience engagement, and strengthen collaboration between the colleges. This fast-paced role offers a hybrid schedule with a minimum of three days per week in the office.

The education, experience, and skills desired for this role include a degree in telecommunications, journalism, or public relations, and one to three years of related work in public or media relations, editing, print media, broadcasting, or similar. You should also have experience with Google Analytics, Google Ads, and Google Tag Manager, as well as experience with paid social media management tools. In this role, you should be familiar with AP style, have a good understanding of X, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook, as well as a thorough understanding of current trends, excellent communication skills, and great interpersonal skills.


Learn more about the MSU College of Communication Arts and Science on their website. To learn more about this position or if you are interested in applying online, please visit the Careers @ MSU website for more information. Applications require a resume and cover letter, and should be submitted by November 5th!

SafePlace Operations Coordinator

This week, MSU Human Resources is featuring a job posting as an Operations Coordinator for MSU Safe Place, a division of University Health and Wellbeing (job posting 997270). If you are interested in supporting the Center for Survivors and maintaining the legal responsibilities of this important job, this may be the position for you!

The Michigan State University Center for Survivors provides free and confidential group and individual counseling to MSU Students who are survivors of sexual assault and abuse. The Center for Survivors stands with survivors against all forms of social injustice through empowerment and an inclusive community, priding itself on integrity, compassion, and collaboration. 

In this role, you will carry out day-to-day operations at the Center for Survivors Safe Place shelter and provide a clean, safe and supportive environment for those who are or have experienced violence. This role does have ethical and legal responsibilities as you must protect client confidentiality, and you will work under guidelines provided by Michigan State University and the state of Michigan, as well as VOCA. You will coordinate community donations, support residential clients with transportation and basic needs, oversee food and inventory supply, and participate in a shared case management system that supports collaboration and consultation with clients. In addition, you will coordinate with UHW Safety and Operations to ensure the physical shelter is up to date on fire drills, routine inspections, sanitation, emergency procedures and more. 

The education, experience, and skills desired for this role include an associate’s degree in any business-related field, one to three years of related work experience, and basic knowledge of computer terminology and operations. You should also have previous training experience with the dynamic of intimate partner violence and its effect on children, as well as experience in a 24-hour residential job setting. Physical demands include the ability to lift and push/pull 5-40lbs, work onsite, shovel snow and salt walkways, travel throughout the community, and work 24-hour shifts.
Learn more about the Center for Survivors here. To learn more about this position or if you are interested in applying online, please visit the Careers @ MSU website for more information. Applications require a resume and a cover letter and should be submitted by October 29th.

Job of The Week: Accounting Clerk

This week, MSU Human Resources is featuring a job posting as an Accounting Clerk for the College of Education in the Department of Teacher Education (job posting 994967). If you are interested in supporting the Fiscal Office and a College with five education programs ranked number one in U.S. News and World Report, this may be the position for you! 

The MSU College of Education’s mission is planted in Leadership, Scholarship and Service. They strive to develop and implement excellence in the community, and strive to sustain the college as a scholarly space for the community, staff, and students. Focusing heavily on information education reform and policy in schools all around, the College of Education is constantly pushing to better the preparation of educators. 

In this position, you will initiate payments to outside vendors and students via disbursement vouchers, fellowships, and other items needed for transactions. You will also support faculty, graduate students and their associates by coordinating and managing all travel requests and expense reports. In this role, you would maintain monthly procurement card transactions and manage account files, keeping track of their most relevant information. 

The education, experience, and skills desired for this role include a high school education, and one to three years of progressively more expansive work in accounting, bookkeeping, and database software. You will also be expected to attend necessary courses to maintain certifications and enhance the work environment while in this role. You should also have excellent communication, customer service, and multi-tasking skills, and be knowledgeable in software such as Excel, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat Professional, and more. 

Learn more about the College of Education here. To learn more about this position or if you are interested in applying online, please visit the Careers @ MSU website for more information. Applications should be submitted by October 22nd!

Job of the Week: Residence Hall Director

This week, MSU Human Resources is featuring a pool posting for three open positions as a Residence Hall Director for the Division of Student Life and Engagement (job posting 991717). The Division of Student Life and Engagement seeks an experienced individual to provide supervision, leadership, management and more to a residence hall community. The Residence Hall Director is a live-in position and will be working under a Community Director, so if you are interested in this engaging job, this may be your role!

Student Life and Engagement strives to provide a world-class experience for students and guests, creating an immersive and connected campus experience. SLE prides itself on supporting and embracing the diversity and uniqueness of Spartans all around campus. 

In this position, you will supervise and train student staff, oversee student organization advising, individual student development and community development coordination. You will also work on residential curriculum efforts and administrative duties. This position is designated as critical status, meaning that during the events of a university closure or suspension of operation due to weather or other emergency conditions, you are expected to attempt to report to work as scheduled. This role has on-call duties, and if applicable, remote duties as well. 

The education, experience and skills desired for this role include a degree in a human resources-related field, such as student personnel or counseling, and one to three years of related or more extensive experience as a director in a residence hall or housing complex. 

Learn more about Student Life and Engagement here. To learn more about this position or if you are interested in applying online, please visit the Careers @ MSU website for more information. Applications should be submitted by October 31st, and notice for re-appointment is provided May 15th of each calendar year.

Job of The Week: Assistant Director of Annual Giving

This week, MSU Human Resources is featuring a job posting as an Assistant Director of Annual Giving for University Advancement (job posting 992411). University Advancement is seeking an experienced assistant director, so if you are interested in fundraising for the Cultural Arts including the Beal Botanical Gardens, MSU Broad Art Museum, and the MSU Museum, this may be the role for you! 

University Advancement looks to the future with optimism and a growth mindset, and their mission is to advance the Spartan impact. By securing support through talent, service, gifts, advocacy and more, University Advancement’s main goal is to create long-lasting connections with the Spartan community, building a better tomorrow for MSU. 

In this position, you would report to the Senior Director of Development and work actively with University Advancement’s Annual Giving Team and Cultural Arts Unit to collaborate on the best strategies. You will maintain and develop annual giving membership plans that ensures a positive donor experience while supporting year-over-year fundraising growth. Some tasks include overseeing event follow-up to promote giving, creating digital and print annual giving campaigns to encourage new donors, and implementing member renewal processes. You will work in partnership with the UA events team to create special fundraising events, leverage existing campus-wide events to encourage donors, and oversee donor recognition events and gifts. 

The education, experience and skills desired for this role include a degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing/Business, and one to three years of previous experience in professional fundraising, public relations, marketing, or a related field. You should have great organizational and customer service skills, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work effectively in a complex higher education system. This role also may require some in and out-of-state travel, as well as some evenings and weekend requirements throughout the year. 

Learn more about University Advancement here. To learn more about this position or if you are interested in applying online, visit the Careers @ MSU website for more information. Applications require a resume and cover letter, and should be submitted by October 24th. 

Job of The Week: Greenhouse Coordinator

This week, MSU Human Resources is featuring a job posting as a Greenhouse Coordinator for MSU AgBioResearch (job posting 985817). MSU AgBioResearch is seeking an experienced professional to play a huge role in the Plant Science Research Greenhouse at Michigan State University. If you are interested in overseeing the care and maintenance of greenhouse facilities, this may be the role for you!

MSU AgBioResearch engages in innovative and leading-edge research that generates economic prosperity, sustains natural resources, and enhances the quality of life not only in Michigan, but around the world. With approximately 300 researchers from 6 colleges across MSU, AgBioResearch prioritizes food safety and security, climate adaptation, water conservation, resilient and profitable agriculture and natural resource systems, and more. 

Michigan State University greenhouses are home to over 100,000 square feet of research space and serve over 70 faculty across eight different academic departments at MSU. In this role, you would oversee all maintenance at the greenhouses and advise researchers on the use of greenhouse facilities and plant care. The MSU AgBioResearch and MSU Extension work together to make discoveries in the area of genomics, breeding, pest management, and disease management, as well as reaching out to growers to learn about the most recent findings. This would be another part to oversee in your role of Greenhouse Coordinator. 

The education, experience and skills desired for this role include a four-year degree in horticulture and up to three years of similar or more advanced work in greenhouses and supervising. This role may also require certification as a Commercial Pesticide Applicator before the end of the applicable trial.

Learn more about MSU AgBioResearch here. To learn more about the position or if you are interested in applying online, visit the Careers @ MSU website for more information! Applications require a resume, cover letter, three professional references and should be submitted by October 1st. 

Job of the Week: Social Worker

This week, MSU Human Resources is featuring a job posting as a Social Worker for MSU’s Counseling and Psychiatric Services (CAPS) with University Health and Wellbeing (job posting 988182). CAPS is seeking a full-time outpatient therapist to provide evidence-based, short-term therapeutic interventions to students. You will play a large role in supporting students in groups and one-on-one therapy sessions. 

The mission of Michigan State University’s Counseling and Psychiatric Services is to connect students with the most available and appropriate care and services to optimize their health and wellbeing. CAPS works under University Health and Wellbeing, whose purpose is to support the MSU community with health and wellbeing equitably woven throughout all aspects of staff and student campus life. CAPS and University Health and Wellbeing are working together to improve the overall health of our campus, staff, and students.

In this position, you will provide crisis response services, participate in CAPS training, facilitate group therapy, and serve students experiencing significant psychopathology. You will provide multiculturally responsive and evidence-based individual and group services, as well as single-session crisis intervention to students in need on campus. 

The education, experience and skills desired for this role include a degree in Social Work and one to three years of related work experience in a counseling/mental health environment. You will also need a State certification of Social Work, and ACSW may be required to provide primary supervision of social work to students. You should also have experience in an interdisciplinary setting with a diverse college student population from various multicultural backgrounds.

Learn more about MSU CAPS here and about University Health and Wellbeing here. To learn more about the position or if you are interested in applying online, visit the Careers @ MSU website for more information! Applications require a resume, letter of interest, a proof of licensure, and are due by September 24th. 

Job of the Week: On-Call Technical Aide

This week, MSU Human Resources is featuring a job posting for an on-call Technical Aide with the MSU College of Human Medicine and the Mott Department of Public Health (job posting 984176). MSUCHM is seeking a Community Health Worker to assist with a clinical trial to evaluate the MI MOM app, supporting pregnant and postpartum women. You will play a large role supporting patients and assisting with technical operations.

The Michigan State University College of Human Medicine is dedicated to educating exemplary physicians, discovering new knowledge, and providing service both at home and abroad. By providing outstanding care and promoting the inclusion and needs of all people, the College of Human Medicine fosters an environment that enhances their community. The Mott Department of Public Health focuses on the population’s health from its home base in Flint, Michigan, and its mission is to eliminate health disparities in diverse populations with the ultimate goal of attaining the highest level of health for all individuals and groups.

In this position, you would provide online patient support through live chat sessions, develop location-based resource lists, and maintain connections with local agencies. You will also facilitate appointments, conduct home visits, and find resources such as transportation all while doing so in a respectful manner, handling sensitive subjects with kindness and compassion. You may also be in charge of data entry and collection. 

The education, experience and skills desired for this role include a high school diploma, experience working with clients in pregnancy and postpartum, and strong computer and technological skills. It is also important that you have a current Community Health Worker certificate, strong communication skills, respectful problem-solving abilities, and excellent organizational skills. 


Learn more about the MSU College of Human Medicine here and about the Mott Department of Public Health here. To learn more about this position or if you are interested in applying online, please visit the Careers @ MSU website for more information! Applications require a resume and cover letter, and should be submitted by September 30th.

Job of the Week: Director of Production

This week, MSU Human Resources is featuring a job posting as the Director of Production for Broadcasting Services at the MSU College of Communication Arts & Sciences (job posting 984215). If you are interested in managing studio and field television and video production, serving both local and global audiences, providing leadership and supervision to Producers and Production staff, this could be the job for you! You will play a huge role at WKAR and oversee high-quality public media production. 

WKAR public media is a part of Michigan State’s Broadcasting Services, a division of MSU’s College of Communication Arts and Sciences. This includes WKAR TV, WKAR Radio, WKAR.org, WKAR Digital Studios, and WKAR Family. WKAR’s mission is to connect people to powerful ideas that inspire growth, exploration of our world and powerful change. 

This role’s main responsibilities include leading and supervising the team of production staff, implementing production strategies that align with the station’s goals, managing WKAR production schedules, preparing and monitoring budgets and contracts, and working closely with other departments to ensure there is a unified approach to content creation and distribution. You will also need to stay updated with industry trends, introduce new ideas and methods to enhance production and work with the Senior Director of Operations to maintain and identify necessary technologies and equipment needed for successful department operations. 

The education, experience and skills desired for this role include a four-year degree in Telecommunications, Communication, TV broadcasting, film, or a similar field, as well as three to five years of progressively more responsible and related work in a broadcasting unit. You should also have experience working in public media, monitoring interns, advanced communication skills, strong customer and community commitment, and a record of strong project management. All of these skills would collectively prepare you for the role of the Director of Production for WKAR TV and Radio. 

Learn more about WKAR TV and Radio here. To learn more about this position or if you are interested in applying online, please visit the Careers @ MSU website for more information! Applications require a resume and a cover letter, and should be submitted by September 10th.

Job of the Week: Communications Manager I

This week’s featured job is a Communications Manager I for MSU’s College of Social Science in the Department of Anthropology (job posting 981948). The Department of Anthropology is seeking a Communications Manager to develop, implement, manage, and sustain a comprehensive creative communications strategy that aligns with the department’s strategic goals, increases the visibility of department activities, and enhances the department’s reputation both inside and outside the university.

In this position, you will work closely with faculty, staff, students, and alumni to translate complex information into engaging content for diverse audiences across multiple print and digital platforms and venues. Position responsibilities include but are not limited to building and sustaining a cohesive media, communications, and marketing identity as well as developing and implementing a creative media and communications strategy for print, social, and digital media. The Communications Manager will also create visual storytelling and written content for a broad range of audiences, platforms, and channels, develop compelling social media campaigns, manage existing department social media channels, grow department social media reach,  and monitor and track social media analytics and audience engagement.

The ideal candidate for this position will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Telecommunications, or Public Relations and one to three years of work experience in a related area. Experience producing creative digital and print media—including long and short-form video production, identity design, graphic design, newsletters, flyers, brochures, photography, merchandise, etc. is also required to apply. This is an in-person position with the potential for two remote days per week.To learn more, visit the College of Anthropology website. To apply for the position, please submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and a link to an online portfolio to the MSU Careers website by September 17.