Communications and Events Graduate Assistant - Dean's Office in the College of Humanities & Social Sciences (formerly the College of SBS & Arts & Humanities)
TO APPLY: To be considered for this position, please submit 1) a cover letter; 2) a resume; 3) unofficial transcript(s); 4 contact information for three references to: elyse.anderson@mnsu.edu.
APPLICATION CLOSE DATE: June 14, 2022
POSITION START DATE: August 21, 2022
RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DESCRIPTION:
• Works with the College of Humanities & Social Sciences (formerly the College of Social & Behavioral Sciences and College of Arts & Humanities) Director of Communications & Events. Duties include assisting with:
• Planning, development and implementation of college events, programs, and projects
• Development, editing and distribution of internal and external college communications, including newsletter articles and website content
• Create and manage social media content
• Creation and distribution of marketing materials
• Planning and executing special projects as requested by the Dean
• Administrative support for college committees and advisory boards within the college
• Collecting and organizing data
• Other duties as needed, including office support
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- A Bachelor's Degree
- Ability to work with graphics (i.e., photos or other images).
- Experience with simple publication programs and layout.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Must have good organizational, verbal, and written skills and the ability to work independently and with others.
- Computer skills with working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Admitted to a Minnesota State University, Mankato graduate program by start date.
- Enrolled in a minimum of six (6) graduate credits per semester during assistantship, and in good academic standing.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience working with events, social media and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Undergraduate degree or current graduate work in one of the programs included in the College of Humanities & Social Sciences (formerly the College of Social & Behavioral Sciences and the College of Arts & Humanities).
- Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.
SALARY/STIPEND: $10,000/academic year (20 hours/week). Tuition stipend up to nine credits; resident tuition rate for non-residents. Appointments made after the tenth day of classes are not eligible for a tuition waiver.
RELATED INFORMATION:
Minnesota State System policy requires that graduate assistants must reside within the State of Minnesota for the duration of their appointment.
Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at www.mnsu.edu.
CONTACT
Elyse Anderson, Director of Communications & Events
Dean's Office in the College of Humanities & Social Sciences (formerly the College of SBS & Arts & Humanities)
Minnesota State University, Mankato
AH 111
Mankato, MN 56001
Phone: 507-389-1255
TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711
Email: elyse.anderson@mnsu.edu
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