Part-Time Marketing & Communications Specialist — Events

Missouri State University; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Missouri State University is seeking a Part-time Marketing and Communications Assistant to support planning, promotion, and execution of library events and programs. You will manage outreach, coordinate logistics with internal teams and external partners, and enhance library visibility and engagement.

Responsibilities include content creation for newsletters, blogs, and calendars; promotional materials; targeted email campaigns; CRM record-keeping; social media planning; and event setup.

Qualifications

• Event planning experience is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent; higher education preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, planning, and executing library events aligned with university goals.
• Create and publish content for newsletters, blogs, and university calendars.
• Design promotional materials and manage targeted email campaigns.
• Maintain event records using CRM tools like Little Green Light and organize files in Microsoft Teams.
• Support internal and external communications to coordinate event promotions.
• Contribute to social media content planning, including light photo and video production.
• Track attendance and engagement metrics; compile reports for continuous improvement.
• Assist with event décor and setup to create visually engaging environments.

Skills

Event planning

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Higher education preferred

Tools

Little Green Light CRM

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Missouri State University is seeking a Part-time Marketing and Communications Assistant to support planning, promotion, and execution of library events and programs. You will manage outreach, coordinate logistics with internal teams and external partners, and enhance library visibility and engagement.

Responsibilities include content creation for newsletters, blogs, and calendars; promotional materials; targeted email campaigns; CRM record-keeping; social media planning; and event setup.