Job Information
Kansas Employer Outreach and Communications Assistant in Wichita, Kansas
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Job Summary
Creates and collaborates with university partners on the development of printed and/or digital communications materials. Coordinates projects, events and attends outreach activities with the support of faculty, staff, and/or external partners.
Essential Functions
Oversees the project plans and events calendar, coordinates services, and attends outreach events. Creates, reviews, edits, and enhances messaging in news, print, audio, and/or online publications and advertisements ensuring alignment with goals and objectives. Collaborates with university staff and related departments to develop and implement communications content that engage and enhance the customer experience. Interviews internal resources, collects relevant information and develops material for media releases and communications sessions. Resolves major issues with services or project challenges as they arise.
Job Duties
Serves as liaison with the Office of Admissions and Strategic Communications\ Coordinates and attends recruitment events on behalf of Housing & Residence Life\ Creates/edits/orders recruitment materials\ Manages website content for updates and changes to information\ Give tours to visitors\ Advises Housing Ambassadors\ Coordinates Housing\'s Summer Camps and Conferences program
Required Education and Experience:
- 60 hours of college coursework in related field
- Two (2) years of experience in related field. Every 30 hours of college coursework beyond 60 hours can be substituted for one (1) year of experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Strong public speaking skills
- Creative Problem Solver
- Strong written communication skills
- Organized with strong attention to detail
Physical Requirements:
Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.
Department:Housing and Residence Life
Campus Location:Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus
Hire Type:Full Time
Pay:Range is \$16.83 - \$20.20 per hour and will be commensurate with experience
Work Schedule:Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Export Compliance Requirement:No export control requirement.
Job Story
The Outreach and Communications Assistant is responsible for promoting Housing & Residence Life to prospective students and their families. The successful candidate will be a strong communicator, comfortable in front of groups and with individuals, and will possess creativity, dependability, initiative, and follow-up skills.
