Business Name: San Francisco State University College of Science & Engineering (CoSE)
Industry: Academic Research
Type of Position: Communications and Event Planning
Position Description:
This is a full time position that is donor funded for a period of four years, after which the position will be dependent on the availability of funds. As a donor funded position, it is not eligible to become permanent.
Working closely with the Climate HQ Director and Co-Directors, the Climate HQ Program and Communications Specialist will be responsible for program and event planning as well as communications and outreach. This includes planning annual climate change events, assisting with assessment, building Climate HQ communications via multiple platforms, and outreach.
General duties and expectations include attending meetings with the Director, Co-Director and others about Climate HQ matters; contributing to the completion and assessment of broad, complex goals associated with Climate HQ’s projects and goals and providing project leadership and representing the work unit on key projects within and outside of Climate HQ related to planning programs and events, coordinating communication and performing outreach; being accountable for own work results which are reviewed for soundness of judgement; exhibiting considerable judgement and discretion reflective of a thorough knowledge of the professional program and event planning, communications and outreach; analyzing and addressing problems using reasoning and the interpretation and application of theories and principles to develop and recommend alternatives and best courses of action; demonstrating ingenuity in determining methods to achieve Climate HQ’s goals and developing and implementing program policies; coordinating with individuals at all levels within Climate HQ and across the university, including acting as a representative to outside entities; overseeing and directing day-to-day program or work unit operations of student employees and leading staff while maintaining accountability for results.
Qualifications:
● BA, BS, or MS in a field related to Climate Change, OR a combination of education and experience which addresses the required knowledge and abilities.
● Experience in administration at a higher education institution
● Knowledge of procurement, hospitality, benefits and payroll processes.
● Knowledge of basic design and desktop publishing skills; experience updating websites.
● Positive experience working with people from diverse backgrounds
● Experience using a range of organizational and time management skills.
● Experience with spreadsheets and word-processing programs
● Ability to learn new software platforms easily.
● Ability to learn a variety of administrative and analytical duties in support of the Climate Change Certificate
● Experience ensuring compliance with department, University and state operations and procedures
● Experience providing customer service using effective communication skills, both written and verbal
● Fluent in English.
Grade Level: Graduates with a B.A. or B.S.
Location: San Francisco, CA
Days/Hours per Week: Monday through Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Pay Range: Anticipated hiring range is $4,911 - $5,457 Per Month ($58,932 - $65,484 Annually)
Duration of Position: One year
How to Apply: To apply Please see the official post here
Application Deadline: Until Filled