Content Marketer (Temp Casual)

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Job ID375574

LocationTwin Cities

Job FamilySupplemental Employee

Full/Part TimePart-Time

Regular/TemporaryRegular

Job Code0005

Employee ClassCivil Service

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About the Job

Job Duties:

Develop high quality, brand-appropriate content (email copy, web copy, stories, blogs, podcast or video scripts, etc.) on schedule. As needed, interview subjects, research background information, gather data or information and write content. Vet writing and make edits as needed.

Source and gather or create visual assets (photos, video).

Working collaboratively with a social media manager, develop social media strategies to implement engaging content across many channels - such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

Working collaboratively with UMN public relations professionals, develop strategies to pitch content to the media. Develop pitch materials as needed.

Build web pages using CCAPS Drupal templates. Make updates to launched sites over time as needed.

Manage projects via Asana project management system.

This is a temp casual position with up to 14 hours of work per week. Work need will vary across the year. Some time periods may not require any hours.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Communication, Journalism, Marketing, Art or related field or non-communication related degree with additional two years of professional communication experience.

At least two years of experience creating content and web pages.

A proven track record of writing clear, concise, and creative copy.

Experience developing social media or public relations strategies and deploying them with positive results.

Demonstrated strong grasp of English usage and grammar.

Experience making digital content accessible.

Experience using AI-empowered workflows.

Interpersonal skills including patience, tact, and the ability to work with a variety of people at all levels to lead communications efforts.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree

Basic HTML skills

Excellent organization skills and the ability to handle a high volume of work, multiple projects being worked on simultaneously, and tight deadlines.

About the Department

The Marketing and Enrollment Management Department in the College of Continuing and Professional Studies develops engaging communications for our community of prospects, learners, alumni, staff/faculty, advisory boards, and workforce partners.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range:$35-50/hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail [email protected].

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Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023, 2025, 2026), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor Degree

Minimum Experience Required

2 - 20 years

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Public Transportation Accessible

Yes

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

No

Physical Required

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$11.41 / Hourly

Postal Code

55455

Job Type

Part Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

375574

Job Benefits

Not specified