Marketing & Events Coordinator (Part-Time)

New Jersey Institute of Technology; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) seeks a part-time Marketing & Events Coordinator to assist the Office for Student Involvement & Leadership (OSIL) in planning and promoting signature campus events and the department's marketing plan.

You will help manage social media content, events logistics, and collaboration with student organizations to showcase Highlander pride and campus involvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or current enrollment in Bachelor's or Master's program in Marketing, Communications, Higher Education, Business, Event Management, or a related field preferred.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to providing excellent customer service.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends to support campus events.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and social media best practices.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of OSIL's Signature Programs (Homecoming, Involvement Fair, NJIT LEADS Conference, Highlander Awards, Greek Week, Spring Concert).
• Support the day-to-day operations of OSIL's student office assistants.
• Manage processes related to Recognized Student Organizations' programs.
• Create engaging social media content to promote campus events and involvement opportunities for students.
• Capture photos and videos at campus events to highlight student experiences and showcase NJIT.
• Brainstorm and contribute content ideas, including trending formats, to increase student engagement.
• Build relationships with student clubs and organizations to promote their events and initiatives.
• Maintain a social media content calendar for consistent posts.
• Collaborate with the OSIL team on marketing campaigns and campus-wide initiatives.
• Serve as a positive ambassador for NJIT by creating authentic, student-centered content.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal

Attention to detail

Social media

Independent work

Evenings/weekends

Education

Marketing / Communications / Higher Education / Business / Event Management

Job description

Title: Marketing & Events Coordinator (Part-Time)

Department: Student Involvement & Leadership

Reports To: Director of Student Involvement & Leadership

Position Summary:

The Marketing and Events Coordinator will support the Office for Student Involvement (OSIL) and Leadership by helping plan and execute OSIL's Signature events and its comprehensive marketing plan.

Essential Functions:

• Support the planning and execution of OSIL's Signature Programs
  • Homecoming
  • Involvement Fair
  • NJIT LEADS Conference
  • Highlander Awards
  • Greek Week
  • Spring Concert
• Support the day-to-day operations of OSIL's student office assistants.
• Manage processes and procedures related to Recognized Student Organizations' programs
• Social Media & Marketing
  • Assist with creating engaging social media content to promote campus events, programs, and involvement opportunities for new and returning students.
  • Capture photos and videos at campus events to highlight student experiences and showcase the vibrant NJIT community.
  • Brainstorm and contribute creative content ideas, including trending social media formats, to increase student engagement and school spirit.
  • Build relationships with student clubs and organizations by helping promote their events, initiatives, and accomplishments through social media.
  • Assist in maintaining a social media content calendar to ensure consistent and timely posts across platforms.
  • Collaborate with the Office for Student Involvement & Leadership team to support marketing campaigns, special events, and campus-wide initiatives.
  • Serve as a positive ambassador for NJIT by creating authentic, student-centered content that encourages campus involvement and fosters Highlander pride.
• Promotion and Marketing
  • Creating more flyers and designs for university wide events and programs
  • Working with various organizations, departments and offices to help with collaborative marketing tools and resources
• Newsletter
• Create and develop our department's bi-weekly newsletter.

Prerequisite Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree or current enrollment in a bachelor's or master's program in Marketing, Communications, Higher Education, Business, Event Management, or a related field preferred.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to providing excellent customer service.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends to support campus events.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and social media best practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Pursuing a Master's in Higher Education or a related field.

Compensation:

• $20.00 per hour for 15 - 20 hours per week
• Some weekend work is required. Hours will be adjusted as needed.
• Start date of August 24, 2026 through May 29, 2027 with the potential to be extended.

At the university's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be exempted where the candidate can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the university an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.

Range: Hourly Employees

NJIT considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, or other items.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Time Type: Part time

Pay Rate: Hourly

Additional Information:

As an EEO employer NJIT is committed to building a diverse and inclusive teaching, research, and working environment and strongly encourages applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women.

Employment at NJIT is subject to the provisions of New Jersey First Act which mandates new employees, who are not NJ residents, to establish primary residence in New Jersey within one year of their appointment to certain positions. The law does not apply to any individual employed at NJIT on a temporary or per semester basis as a visiting or adjunct professor, teacher, lecturer, researcher or administrator. For more information on the act.

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