Alumni Communications Student Assistant

Position Information Posting Number: Open until filled Job Title: Alumni Communications Student Assistant Department: Alumni Affairs Office Rate of Pay: $8.00 hourly FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Employment Status: Part Time Temporary Student Appointment Type: Jobship and Work-Study General Description Assist with alumni social media and provide office support for the Alumni Affairs Office. Occasionally assist with events and programs. Responsibilities Develop and maintain a social media content planning calendar. Create and curate regular content for UM Alumni Office social media accounts and groups on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn. Monitor, listen and respond to users’ comments and questions in a timely manner. Manage the general alumni email account. Assist the Alumni Office with the development and assessment of alumni surveys. Provide friendly and helpful customer service by welcoming and assisting visitors, answering and directing phone calls, taking and delivering messages, and general office duties as needed. Maintain confidentiality. Work after-hours and weekend events as necessary. Education and Experience High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Preferred major: Communication Studies, Mass Communication or Marketing. Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Self-directed, motivated, punctual and reliable. Strong communication, PR and writing skills. Proficiency with social media, Canva and related software. Professional appearance and behavior as a representative of the Alumni Office. Good interpersonal, customer service skills and ability to interact with visitors, guests and the UM community in an effective way. Photography or videography skills a plus but not required. Preferred Major Communication Studies, Mass Communication or Marketing major preferred. Licenses, Certification or Registrations Driver’s license preferred. Additional Statement The University of Montevallo does not discriminate against job applicants based on their national origin or citizenship or immigration status. The University typically will not sponsor applicants for a work visa or transfer of an existing visa. No commitment for visa assistance and/or sponsorship can be made until a thorough search is conducted. EEO Statement UM is an Equal Employment Opportunity Institution Supplemental Questions Are you currently a student (having been admitted or enrolled in classes) at the University of Montevallo? Yes No Have you been awarded Federal Work-Study by the Financial Aid Office? Yes No Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Class Schedule Optional Documents Resume Cover Letter #J-18808-Ljbffr