Communication & Marketing Assistant

Communication & Marketing Assistant

We are accepting applications for this position from all students regardless of work study award, however, work study is preferred. The Dean of Students Office (DOS) is hiring a creative and strategic Communication & Marketing Assistant to join our team in Fall 2026. As a Communication & Marketing Assistant, you will help connect students and other members of the UNM community with DOS resources, support services, and opportunities through strategic communication, content creation, and digital marketing initiatives. This position goes beyond creating social media posts and graphics. The successful candidate will collaborate with professional staff to communicate information about the Dean of Students Office through various media and platforms, including social media, websites, printed materials, and public engagement. As the Communication & Marketing Assistant, your goal will be to communicate information and content about the Dean of Students Office in the most effective way.

The Communication & Marketing Assistant directly supports the Student Well-Being Team, the Office of Student Rights & Responsibilities, the Office of Parents & Families, and the Parent & Family Association. This position secondarily supports promotion of the Nusenda Center for Financial Capability and LoboRESPECT Advocacy Center by reposting social media content, engaging with their services/events, and re-packaging their content for communication on Dean of Students Office-specific channels. While every day is likely to vary, your duties will include (but are not limited to) coordination of the Dean of Students social media accounts and communication and marketing work as detailed below:

• Developing student-facing communications for Dean of Students websites, social media accounts, and print.
• Supporting the development and implementation of a communications strategy that fits content with the appropriate platforms.
• Creating and curating cohesive, brand-aligned social media content using Adobe software, Canva, etc.
• Writing and editing original, quality copy for print marketing materials, newsletters, websites, etc.
• Filming and editing videos for social media content.
• Producing original photographic elements featuring campus life, events, and locations.
• Assisting professional staff with website updates and design.
• Attending department and University events to generate content and communicate the role of the Dean of Students Office to the UNM community.
• Keeping up-to-date metrics and producing periodic reports featuring this data.
• Other relevant projects/tasks as assigned

The Communication & Marketing Assistant will collaborate with staff from all units to plan, produce, and distribute content. Work will be completed under the direction of a supervisor, who will field incoming tasks, manage project progress, and provide support where needed. However, there is opportunity within this position for self-initiated work, creative expression, and skill improvement for candidates who make the most of the role. Work may be completed outside of regular business hours with hybrid remote work, subject to performance and schedule considerations. Most of your working hours must be completed in person between 8 AM and 5 PM, MondayFriday. Projects may be given with short notice, so time management and communication with your supervisor and colleagues are key.

The successful candidate can expect to work approximately 15-20 hours per week starting at the beginning of Fall 2026. Applicants must be able to work during Fall 2026. Applicants can continue working in the Dean of Students Office in subsequent semesters, depending on availability and performance. The Communication & Marketing Assistant will occasionally assist with front desk coverage, including answering phone calls, greeting visitors, and taking messages for front office staff.

Minimum Qualifications - Equivalencies not found for this position

Preferred Qualifications - You will be great in this position if you have:

• Experience managing social media accounts for a department/organization.
• A creative eye and aptitude for creating high-quality graphic content.
• The ability to produce high-quality, original copy.
• A knack for digesting complex and/or large amounts of information and making it simple to understand.
• Video creation and editing skills suitable for social media.
• Photography skills, including the use of professional camera equipment, smartphone photography, and simple to moderate editing abilities.
• Public speaking experience
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and time-management skills.
• A desire to learn and grow one's skillset.
• The ability to accurately assess project requirements and anticipate and report issues impacting project completion.
• Skills in the utilization of design and editing programs such as Canva, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Premiere Pro, etc.
• Familiarity with basic data tracking and reporting using Microsoft Excel, Google Analytics, etc.
• Word-processing skills and skills in reviewing and editing your own writing.

Application Instructions - Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Please include a current resume and cover letter with your application. A sample of your graphic design and/or marketing work is strongly recommended. Samples may include portfolios, websites, and social media accounts. Applications lacking a sample, resume, or cover letter may not be considered.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.