Part Time - Marketing & Communications - Strategic Communications Specialist
Psu
·Apr 10, 2026
- Salary
- $20+
- Location
- Penn State Berks, United States of America · Remote
- Workplace
- Hybrid, Remote
- Type
- Part-time
- Department
- Marketing
- Source
- Workday
Description
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
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If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Penn State Berks Office of Strategic Communications is seeking applicants for a part-time Marketing and Communications Specialist.
The Marketing/Communications Specialist will be responsible for a variety of support tasks including:
- Fact checking information for news releases and other materials.
- Entering news articles and graphics into Penn State news database.
- Maintaining list of media contacts and sending news releases.
- Keeping track of college publicity.
- Logistics for special events and video / photo shoots
In addition to support tasks, this opening will represent Strategic Communications at a variety of events and assignments on and off campus. Qualified candidates will have excellent writing and editing skills and basic graphic design knowledge. Experience with creating social media posts, photography and videography is preferred.
Schedule: 20 hours per week
Compensation: The starting rate for this job is $20.00 per hour.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
