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Communications and Marketing Assistant

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University of Maryland

Job Description

Position Number:

10371202

Title:

Communications and Marketing Assistant

Functional Title:

Communications and Marketing Assistant

Category Status:

16-Student Hourly, Grad

Applicant Search Category:

Student

Unit:

EDUC-College of Education

Hiring Range Minimum:

15

Hiring Range Maximum:

22

Campus/College Information:

Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.

Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.

Vaccine Protocol

The University of Maryland has made the safety of our students, faculty and staff, and our surrounding communities a top priority. As part of that commitment, the University requires that students, faculty, and staff on the UMD campus be vaccinated against COVID-19. As a prospective and/or a new employee at UMD, you will be required to comply with the University’s vaccination protocol. Proof of full vaccination will be required before the start of employment in order to work at any University of Maryland location. Prospective or new employees may seek a medical or religious exemption to the vaccination requirement at return.umd.edu and must have an approved exemption prior to the start of their employment. Failure to provide proof of vaccination or to obtain approval for a medical or religious exemption will result in the offer of employment being rescinded.

Position Summary/Purpose of Position:

The Communications and Marketing Assistant will be responsible for providing support to the Communications team.

Duties will be inclusive, but not limited to:
  • Write articles and content for website, social media and other communication channels
  • Help execute the Office of Marketing and Communications’ strategy and goals on social media by creating captivating and timely content, designing unique graphics and shooting/editing video
  • Use social media calendar to schedule content on a daily basis
  • Research social media trends and apply learnings; use trends for content creation opportunities
  • Track social media engagement to identify high-performing ideas and for monthly reports
  • Assist in various research projects, including creating and maintaining contacts for stakeholder lists
  • Participate in meetings to brainstorm content ideas, discuss projects, and provide feedback on communications and marketing strategies
  • Support communications and marketing team at in-person events
  • Assist with photography and some videography needs
  • Other projects to be assigned on an as needed basis

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:
Must be an undergraduate or graduate student currently enrolled at the University of Maryland College Park

Experience:
Previous experience working with Instagram, Facebook, Twitter & other social media platforms

Knowledge, Skills, nd Abilities:
  • Strong interest in storytelling across many platforms
  • Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and creative skills
  • Able to work in a collaborative and inclusive team environment, as well as independently
  • Able to take directions and execute assigned tasks with accuracy
  • Dependable, good follow through & great organizational skills an
  • Familiarity with Google products
  • Available to work up to 20 hours per week

Preferences:

Preferred:
Photography and video/editing skills a plus

Additional Information:

To apply, please submit the following materials:
  • A cover letter that describes your experience and why you are interested in the position
  • A resume
  • Any relevant samples of your work

Posting Date:

12/02/2022

Open Until Filled

Yes

Best Consideration Date

12/17/2022

Physical Demands

Work is performed in an fast paced, deadline driven office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Must have the ability to to read and review materials, walk short distances, and/or drive a vehicle, lift and small carry parcels, packages and other items.

Diversity Statement:

The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Women, minorities, LGBTQ+, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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