Social Media Specialist

Job Title: Social Media Specialist

 

Department: Communications

 

Reports To: Social Media Specialist

 

Compensation Range: $60,000

 

TRS Classification: Non-classified 

 

Summary:

 

Epic Charter Schools is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Social Media Specialist to join our team and support our Social Media Coordinator in expanding our Social Media presence. The Social Media Specialist will play a critical role in enhancing productivity, scalability and engagement across various Social Media platforms.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

 

• Responding to YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter comments promptly and professionally.

• Working with SMS on upcoming promotions and campaigns.

• Identifying 2-3 trends and/or trending audios weekly that align with our brand for strategic implementation.

• Creating and posting 3-5 engaging stories regularly to increase audience interaction.

• Participating in brainstorming sessions to generate innovative content ideas and campaigns.

• Representing Epic Charter Schools by attending events when the Social Media Coordinator is unable to attend, providing live coverage and updates.

• Engaging with other local (non-Epic) Social Media pages daily to build relationships and foster conversations within the community.

• Maintaining and embodying Epic Charter Schools' unique voice and brand on all Social Media platforms.

• Collaborating with teachers to identify and showcase outstanding students, parents and teachers.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

 

?      No supervisory responsibility

 

Education and/or Experience              

 

•  Bachelor's degree and 2-3 years of experience in public relations, marketing, advertising or a related field preferred. 

• Experience in public education a plus!

 

Qualifications 

 

• Proficient in content creation and page management on various Social Media platforms.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Familiarity with Social Media trends, platforms, and analytics.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Prior experience in Social Media management is a plus. 

• Willing to work independently.

• Strong relationship-building skills.

 

Language Skills                   

 

Ability to read, analyze and interpret internal communications, financial reports and legal documents. Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints. Ability to communicate effectively with students, families and coworkers, both verbally and in writing. Bilingual in Spanish or Spanish-speaking proficiency desired but not required.

 

Mathematical Skills                                          

 

Basic math skills required

 

Reasoning Ability                                        

 

Ability to define problems, collect data, gather relevant facts and present valid conclusions

 

 

 

Computer Skills                   

 

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have computer proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Google Suite, Mac OS, Windows, Microsoft Office, Zoom and Wix (or other website management tools). Must have a high aptitude to learn new software as necessary for the business operations of the school.

 

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations 

 

• Current driver's license and valid car insurance

 

Other Qualifications                  

 

• Must be able to pass a state-mandated background check after a conditional offer of employment is made

• Must have favorable employment references

 

Physical Demands 

 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand / walk at multiple indoor and outdoor locations throughout the state of Oklahoma. The employee must have adequate speech to regularly engage families verbally. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

 

Work Environment 

 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

The person in this position works in an Epic administration office. Meetings in public places are also required. The noise level ranges from quiet to moderately loud (depending on setting).

 

Join us at Epic Charter Schools and contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional education through strategic and engaging Social Media initiatives. Apply now to be a vital part of our dynamic team and help shape our Social Media presence for the future.