Communications & Events Specialist (Marketing Communications Professional III)

Job/Department Summary

Working independently, under general supervision of the Dean and Associate Dean of the College of Agriculture, this position is responsible for coordinating, planning, and executing a comprehensive and effective external relations program that supports and enhances long-term objectives and increases the visibility of the College of Agriculture. These responsibilities include public relations, marketing communications, community outreach, digital marketing, and event activities.

Responsibilities

• Professionally and strategically working with COA staff, faculty, students, stakeholders, volunteers, and sponsors to coordinate events, scholarships, and publications.
• Initiating, executing, implementing, and managing logistics for multiple large-scale COA events with broad visible impact.
• Coordinating off-campus travel and evening/weekend hours to attend meetings and coordinate events.

Required Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, public administration, or a closely related field.
• AND Two to four years of progressively responsible professional experience in public affairs, communications, marketing, media relations, event management, or a related field.

Preferences

• Experience in higher education, agriculture, nonprofit, or public sector communications.
• Knowledge of agriculture and agricultural education.
• Experience coordinating large-scale events and community outreach activities.
• Experience supporting alumni, donor, or advancement initiatives.
• Experience with photography, videography, graphic design, or multimedia storytelling.
• Experience serving as an organizational spokesperson or media liaison.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required.

About Chico State

Graduate and undergraduate programs boast high-quality research experiences, exceptional faculty mentoring, and civic and global engagement opportunities. The campus motto, "Today Decides Tomorrow," is brought to life by inclusive pedagogy, experiential learning, and co-curricular programming. The Chico Experience prepares students to be critical thinkers, engaged citizens, and inspired stewards of environmental, social, and economic resources. Together, they will become leaders solving the challenges of the 21st century.