Communications Assistant

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville Job Posting

Type of Position: Administrative Operations and Support

Job Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Department: Communications Coordination

Summary of Job Duties: The Communications Assistant is responsible for assisting with daily communication processes, including printing, packaging, and direct mailing of admission materials. This position will also work closely with the university's postal operations, maintain inventory, assist in the creation of variable data PDFs for the print process, and assist with maintaining records on the student information system. The Communications Assistant is responsible for the operation and routine maintenance of equipment, as well as contacting vendors for repairs and service. This position will help develop documents for communications tasks, both machine and print/mail related, as well as local distribution and gathering of communications materials. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma
• At least one year of experience in administrative support, communications, office operations, or a related field
• Must be able to safely lift, move, and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education
• Experience with digital printing systems
• Experience with USPS mail processes

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to maintain accurate records and inventory
• Ability to operate large-scale copy systems

Additional Information:

Salary Information: $40,250.00

Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information: Caitlin Hughes

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Benefits Eligible

Yes