P/T Marketing/Communications Support - RPTM Student Success Center

Penn State University; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University invites applications for a part-time student worker in Marketing and Communications within the RPTM department. The role supports promotion of programs, events, and services, with remote, flexible hours and 5–10 hours weekly.

The student will help create content, manage social media, and assist with SSEC operations under director supervision. The ideal candidate has writing and editing skills, experience in programming or events, and proficiency in Microsoft Office 365.

Qualifications

• Excellent writing and editing skills are required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 applications is required.
• Experience with programming or event planning is preferred.
• Basic design tools (Canva, Adobe Express) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with programming and event development for SSEC.
• Coordinate promotions and the SSEC calendar and social media.
• Support administration and operations in SSEC.
• Prepare content for promotions and communications.

Skills

Writing skills

Editing skills

Office 365

Time management

Attention to detail

Self-directed

Event programming

Canva

Adobe Express

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Canva

Adobe Express

Job description

The Department of Recreation, Park, and Tourism Management (RPTM) is seeking a student worker to fill a part-time marketing and communications position to help support the promotion of RPTM programs, units, services, and events.This is a paid position, and the student worker will be asked to work approximately 5-10 hours per week. The student can work remotely and hours are flexible with weekly/ bi-weekly update meetings with the Director of the RPTM Student Success and Engagement Center (SSEC).The worker's primary responsibilities will include:· Programming and event development, planning and coordinating of programs put on by the SSEC· Assist with the administration and operations in SSEC· Developing content and coordinating the promotions/social media SSEC calendar and accountsThe ideal candidate should have experience programming or event planning, or have an interest in developing these skills further. The candidate should also possess excellent writing and editing skills. Proficiency working in Microsoft Office 365 software applications is required. Basic promotion design skills (e.g. Canva, Adobe Express) are preferred but not required.The worker must demonstrate excellent attention to detail and time management skills, be organized, and self-directed to work remotely. The position is open to all students but RPTM students and/or students enrolled in the Certificate for Meetings and Events is preferred.To be considered, applicants must submit a cover letter and resume. Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. More information about RPTM can be found at: Recreation, Park, and Tourism Management | Penn State College of Health and Human Development