Communication Assistant

Communication Assistant - University and Alumni Relations

14 hour per week casual position

The Communication assistant position is intended for a candidate with an interest in communication, public relations and media relations. This individual will assist in the office of University and Alumni Relations with the primary function of writing feature stories, news related stories, content for the web and social media. This position may also work on special projects, creating stories by researching, conducting interviews, and writing related stories and materials.

Duties and Responsibilities:
This position includes a variety of communications/marketing/graphic design related responsibilities, including, but not limited to:

• Writing/Editing
  • Assist with writing and editing stories on current students, faculty and alumni for use in a variety of publications (print, email, web, etc.)
  • Proofread and editing communications materials
• Other Duties
  • Small graphic design projects
  • Assist with communication and marketing projects
  • Assist in department events by creating related materials
  • Assisting in the rollover of our new UMN Crookston website.
  • Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree
• Applicants should possess skills in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and be highly organized. This position will require working on multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
  

Pay Rate: $21.50 per hour

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

University of Minnesota, Crookston (UMC)

With a strong tradition of technology-enhanced teaching and learning, the University of Minnesota Crookston (UMC) serves as the U's major outpost in Northwest Minnesota. UMC provides both experiential, career-oriented degree programs as well as high-quality online programs, while connecting its teaching, research, and outreach to rural economic development and service to the region and beyond.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).