Communications & Social Media Student Assistant- Institutional Student Worker

The University of North Georgia; Dahlonega (GA); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Georgia is seeking a Communications & Social Media Student Assistant to support the College of Arts & Letters with social media content, web updates, and outreach. The role offers a flexible hybrid schedule, with time split between the office and remote work.

The successful candidate will assist with graphics, photos, videos, and written communications, while helping promote events and initiatives across digital channels. Must be a UNG student with at least six credits.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of social media trends and best practices.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Creativity and professionalism in content creation.
• Strong interpersonal, written, verbal, and communication skills.
• Dependability and initiative.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to represent the College positively across digital platforms.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Create, schedule, and manage content for the College's social media platforms.
• Assist with maintaining and updating web-based communication platforms.
• Promote College events, programs, initiatives, and accomplishments through digital communications.
• Develop engaging content, including graphics, photos, videos, and written communications.
• Monitor social media engagement and respond as directed.
• Assist with marketing, public relations, and communications projects.
• Provide general office support and complete special projects as assigned by the Dean's Office.

Skills

Social media trends

Microsoft Office

Content creation

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Detail orientation

Independent work

Education

Enrolled at UNG in 6+ credits

Tools

Social media platforms

Job description

Job Title: Communications & Social Media Student Assistant- Institutional Student Worker
Location: UNG-Dahlonega, GA
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 304193

About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

The College of Arts & Letters Dean's Office is seeking a creative, motivated, and detail-oriented Student Assistant to support communications, marketing, and outreach efforts. This position will assist with the creation, management, and promotion of content across the College's social media channels and web platforms while also providing general office support. The position offers a flexible hybrid work schedule, with approximately half of the hours worked in the office and half remotely.

Responsibilities

• Create, schedule, and manage content for the College's social media platforms.
• Assist with maintaining and updating web-based communication platforms.
• Promote College events, programs, initiatives, and accomplishments through digital communications.
• Develop engaging content, including graphics, photos, videos, and written communications.
• Monitor social media engagement and respond appropriately as directed.
• Assist with marketing, public relations, and communications projects.
• Provide general office support and complete special projects as assigned by the Dean's Office.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of social media trends and best practices.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Creativity and professionalism in content creation.
• Strong interpersona, written, verbal, and communication skills.
• Dependability and initiative.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to represent the College positively and professionally across digital platforms.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
  

Required Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at the University of North Georgia in a minimum of six (6) credit hours to qualify as a student worker.
• Experience using and navigating major social media platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

• Major or minor in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field.
• Experience creating content for social media and digital marketing campaigns.
• Experience with graphic design, photography, video editing, or social media analytics.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affluent Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will not be required to drive.
• This role is not considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position will not travel
• This position does not require security clearance.

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