Non-Exempt Temporary or Casual

This is a temp/casual, hourly position for duration of 67 days (or less).

Job Duties

90% Communications and Advancement

• Update, maintain and improve departmental websites
• Manage social media strategy and accounts such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.
• Serve as liaison with the partner departments and offices to coordinate the release of news stories and events to increase reach to various communications media
• Create and curate content (written, photo, video) and news releases to support the department
• Engage with media, stakeholders, and the public on questions, comments, or requests for information regarding the Department's teaching, research, and outreach initiatives.
• Support communications and engagement related to donor stewardship and
  cultivation
• Represent the department on committees involving communications, stakeholders, donors, alumni, and engagement
• Manage internal communications, listserv design, and management, employee and student newsletters
• Manage departmental intranet site; design communications strategies to support departmental operations
• Engage with University colleges and departments on best practices, internal process development, and opportunities for collaboration. Create opportunities for additional engagement and relationship building.

10% Administrative Project Management & Event Coordination and Management Horticultural Science

• Departmental seminar committee support and seminar logistics including guest speaker itineraries and accommodations, seminar setup, and webinar assistance.

Required Qualifications

• A BA/BS degree or a combination of education and work experience equal to at least four years

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing social media accounts
• Knowledge of Drupal and Google Suite.
• Proficiency in software and web applications to accomplish: word processing, spreadsheets, presentations/document layout, internet search and navigation, social media applications, mass email software
• Experience communicating effectively with students and staff from diverse backgrounds
• Experience serving in a liaison role between stakeholders
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• A background or experience in photography
• Experience with event planning

Pay Range: $15.25 - $50.00 per hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

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