Alumni Communications Student Assistant

University of Montevallo; Montevallo (AL); On-site; USD 11,020; Part time

Job summary

A public university in Alabama is seeking a part-time Alumni Communications Student Assistant to support the Alumni Affairs Office. Key responsibilities include managing social media content, assisting with events, and providing customer service. A high school diploma is required, with a preference for Communication Studies or related majors. The role offers $8.00 per hour with flexible working hours to accommodate student schedules.

Qualifications

• Self-directed, motivated, punctual and reliable.
• Strong communication, PR and writing skills.
• Good interpersonal and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a social media content planning calendar.
• Create and curate regular content for alumni social media accounts.
• Provide friendly and helpful customer service in the office.

Skills

Self-directed

Strong communication skills

Proficiency with social media

Good customer service skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Communication Studies, Mass Communication or Marketing major preferred

Tools

Canva

Job description

Position Information

Posting Number: Open until filled

Job Title: Alumni Communications Student Assistant

Department: Alumni Affairs Office

Rate of Pay: $8.00 hourly

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employment Status: Part Time Temporary

Student Appointment Type: Jobship and Work-Study

General Description

Assist with alumni social media and provide office support for the Alumni Affairs Office. Occasionally assist with events and programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a social media content planning calendar.
• Create and curate regular content for UM Alumni Office social media accounts and groups on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.
• Monitor, listen and respond to users’ comments and questions in a timely manner.
• Manage the general alumni email account.
• Assist the Alumni Office with the development and assessment of alumni surveys.
• Provide friendly and helpful customer service by welcoming and assisting visitors, answering and directing phone calls, taking and delivering messages, and general office duties as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Work after-hours and weekend events as necessary.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Preferred major: Communication Studies, Mass Communication or Marketing.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Self-directed, motivated, punctual and reliable.
• Strong communication, PR and writing skills.
• Proficiency with social media, Canva and related software.
• Professional appearance and behavior as a representative of the Alumni Office.
• Good interpersonal, customer service skills and ability to interact with visitors, guests and the UM community in an effective way.
• Photography or videography skills a plus but not required.

Preferred Major

Communication Studies, Mass Communication or Marketing major preferred.

Licenses, Certification or Registrations

Driver’s license preferred.

Additional Statement

The University of Montevallo does not discriminate against job applicants based on their national origin or citizenship or immigration status. The University typically will not sponsor applicants for a work visa or transfer of an existing visa. No commitment for visa assistance and/or sponsorship can be made until a thorough search is conducted.

EEO Statement

UM is an Equal Employment Opportunity Institution

Supplemental Questions

• Are you currently a student (having been admitted or enrolled in classes) at the University of Montevallo?
  • Yes
  • No
• Have you been awarded Federal Work-Study by the Financial Aid Office?
  • Yes
  • No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Class Schedule

Optional Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter