Media Relations Specialist

Media Relations Specialist

(Marketing

Communications Professional III)

Compensation and Benefits

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,877 to $5,994 per month

Full CSU Classification Salary Range: $5,877 to $8,561 per

month

This is a full-time, probationary, exempt position.

Positions at Fresno State are to perform their work onsite. Some

positions, depending upon University needs and operations, may be

eligible for remote work, one day per week, pursuant to Fresno

State's remote work guidelines and the CSU policy.

The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that

includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the

California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and

vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are

also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A

summary of benefit information can be found here .

Job Summary

The Media Relations Specialist serves as the university’s primary

contact with external media sources. The position works to protect

the reputation of the university and reflect institutional

strategic priorities. The position conducts media outreach,

maintains relationships with reporters, responds to media inquiries

in a timely manner, and develops, positions and pitches stories to

news outlets. The Media Relations Specialist organizes and manages

press conferences and media events. In addition, the Media

Relations Specialist maintains the university’s experts list,

connects experts with media and provides media training. The Media

Relations Specialist writes and distributes press releases, media

advisories, news tips and other stories on behalf of the

university. This position also participates in the emergency

operations center in times of crisis and helps support strategic

communications efforts.

Key Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of media relations strategies and

techniques.

• Knowledge of copyright law, media best practices and

accessibility in communications.

• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing,

and to demonstrate journalistic style competency.

• Ability to manage multiple, concurrent writing assignments,

working successfully under deadline.

• Ability to build and manage strong relationships with media

contacts.

• Technical skills to use web-based platforms, including Google

Workspace (Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides, etc.),

content management systems, software applications, project

management platforms, databases and other tools.

To view the full list of qualifications and job responsibilities,

please click the Position Description button above.

Education and Experience

• Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in journalism, mass

communications, or a related field.

• Four years of progressively responsible professional experience

in news writing, crisis communications, public relations or related

experience.

• Additional experience which demonstrates acquired and

successfully applied knowledge and abilities shown above may be

substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. An

advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for the

required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Department Summary

University Marketing and Communications is Fresno State’s central

strategic marketing and communications office. Housed in the Office

of the President, University Marketing and Communications (MarComm)

develops and distributes compelling content that builds trust,

understanding and support for the university. MarComm tells the

Fresno State story and engages a broad range of key audiences,

championing Bulldog spirit and elevating the institutional brand

locally, nationally and across the globe.

Deadline & Application Instructions

Applications received by April 21, 2026 will be given full

consideration by the search committee. Applications received after

that date will be forwarded at the request of the Hiring Manager

and/or search committee.

Please click “Apply Now” to complete the employment application for

California State University, Fresno. Interested applicants must

complete the application and attach the following: 1) their most

recent resumé/vitae, 2) a cover letter that addresses their

specific qualifications and interest, and 3) contact information

for three professional references.

Fresno State

California State University, Fresno is one of 23 campuses in the

California State University System. The University's mission is to

boldly educate and empower students for success through our values

of Discovery, Diversity and Distinction. The current student

population is more than 25,000, including a large percentage of

students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The

University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep

involvement with the state, nation, and across the globe.

Metropolitan Fresno, with a multi-ethnic population of over

527,000, is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. The

campus is within driving distance of Yosemite, Kings Canyon and

Sequoia National Parks, San Francisco, Los Angeles, the Monterey

Peninsula, beaches, sailing, lakes, and numerous ski resorts.

Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in

California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and

produce.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

California State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and

implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with

applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and

regulations. Executive Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit

discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of a

protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry,

age, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital

status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical

condition and covered veteran status. Fresno State's commitment to

diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and

retention. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal

opportunity employer.

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination

Policy , it is strongly recommended that all employees who are

accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine

recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and

Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health

(CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other

relevant indications. Questions may be sent to hr@csufresno.edu .

Supplemental Information

Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check

(including a criminal records check) must be completed

satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with California

State University, Fresno. Failure to satisfactorily complete the

background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of

employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus

will be required to undergo a background check for any position

where a background check is required by law or that Fresno State

has identified as sensitive.

The person holding this position is considered a "mandated

reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting

Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in

CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

This position may be a "designated position" under the California

State University's Conflict of Interest Code. This will require the

filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and

the completion of training within six (6) months of assuming office

and every two (2) years thereafter.

Fresno State is a tobacco-free, smoke-free and vapor-free

campus.

Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for staff or

management positions. (e.g. H1-B Visas)

Advertised: 08 Apr 2026 Pacific Daylight Time

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