Graduate Assistant: Marketing, Communications & Event Management

Graduate Assistant: Marketing, Communications & Event Management

Category: Staff Subscribe: Department: Career Devel & Internship Ctr Locations: Worcester, MA Posted: Mar 20, 2024 Closes: Open Until Filled Type: Part-time Position ID: 173859 About Assumption University:

Assumption University is a comprehensive, private Catholic liberal arts institution with 2,500 undergraduate and graduate students, sponsored by the Augustinians of the Assumption. We awaken in students a sense of wonder, discovery, and purpose, forming graduates known for their intellectual seriousness, thoughtful citizenship, and devotion to the common good. Our curricular and co-curricular programs provide students with an education that shapes their souls, forms them intellectually, and prepares them for meaningful careers. We are a diverse community that welcomes different points of view and embraces all who share our mission. Enlivened by the Catholic affirmation of the harmony of faith and reason and by the pursuit of the truth in the company of friends, an Assumption education transforms the minds and hearts of students.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. Assumption favors diversity, ecumenically welcomes all who share its goals, and strongly encourages people of color and others from underrepresented groups to apply.

The University is in Worcester, Massachusetts, New England's second largest city that "combines the warmth of a small town with the convenience of a thriving city."

Job Description:

BASIC PURPOSE: In support of the mission of the University this position assists CDIC staff members in creating and supporting marketing strategies and managing the department's website and social media channels. Helps to plan and execute the CDIC's large events, including career fairs, networking nights, and other professional events. (90%) Advises undergraduate students on aspects of their career development, including resumes, cover letters, personal statements, and LinkedIn profiles. (10%)

STATUS: This is a 20 hour per week, 40 week/year position from August 2024 - May 2025. Compensation includes minimum wage for hours worked and free tuition in an Assumption University graduate program. Tuition includes 3 courses in the fall and 3 in the spring (fees not included) until graduate degree completed or employment ends, whichever occurs first. If you return to your position for the 2025 - 2026 academic year, you are entitled to two additional summer courses in the summer of 2025.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Assist members of the CDIC in maintaining and revamping content on the CDIC's website to be engaging and relevant to students, employers, faculty, and staff. Collaborate with the vendor, employers, faculty, staff, and alumni to create relevant content for students. Review engagement results and adjust strategy accordingly.

• Collaborate with the Director of the Center for Purpose and Vocation and Alumni Relations on recruiting and communicating with alumni to write and publish the Hounds with Purpose blogs.

• Manage CDIC social media presence on Facebook, Instagram, Handshake, and LinkedIn by creating written and visual content.

• Create, execute, and re-evaluate a year-long marketing and social media strategy based on industry research, consumer insights and engagement percentages. Collaborate with work study students to execute strategy.

• Promote internship, post-graduate opportunities, and events to students using Microsoft Outlook, social media, CDIC CareerSuccess (website) and Handshake. (recruiting system)

• Collaborate with other members of the CDIC to manage and coordinate large CDIC events such as career fairs, networking events, etc.

• Advise undergraduate students on aspects of their career development, including resumes, cover letters, personal statements, and LinkedIn profiles.

• Collect and analyze student survey feedback. (graduate school interviews, Career Networking Night feedback, career fairs, etc.)

• Collaborate with faculty each semester to solicit recommendations on featured courses for the "Career Communities" section of CDIC CareerSuccess.

• Support CDIC staff members with collecting graduates' post-graduate outcomes as part of the Graduation and First Destination Surveys.

• Contribute to team meetings and complete additional project work as needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Director for Career and Student Success Strategies and the Assistant Director of the CDIC.

Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be a current graduate student at Assumption University in good academic standing.

• Willingness to contribute actively to the mission of the University as well as show respect for the Catholic and Assumptionist identity of Assumption University.

• Bachelor's degree and 1-3 years customer service, event planning or administrative experience required. Internship experience may be substituted for work experience.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Effective time management, organization and project management skills, analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.

• Ability to be proactive, innovative, and creative.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Illustrator, Canva, LinkedIn, and Social Media technology.

• Marketing & Graphic Design experience a plus.

• Experience with Handshake and/or other CSM systems a plus.

Additional Information:

SCOPE:

• Interacts on a regular basis with greater Worcester businesses as well as the Assumption University community, including faculty members, administration, staff, alumni, and students.

• Work includes evening and weekends as needed for department events, presentations, or other college events.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Sitting, standing, walking, and bending are required of this position. Use of a computer keyboard and computer screen for periods of time with close vision and the ability to adjust visual focus plus manual dexterity are required.

MENTAL DEMANDS:

The mental demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Examples of mental demands include reading (documents), detailed work, confidentiality, language, math, reasoning, oral communications, written communications, customer contact, multiple concurrent tasks, constant interruptions, and performing calculations when necessary.

Application Instructions:

Please be sure to submit your cover letter addressing qualifications for this position along with your resume.

Thank you

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