Communications Assistant - Center for Global Engagement (Part - Time)

James Madison University, United States

Updated: about 2 months ago
Location: Harrisonburg, VIRGINIA
Job Type: PartTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Working Title Communications Assistant - Center for Global Engagement (Part - Time)
Position Number 2093
Posting Number S3504
State Role Title Public Relations and Marketing Specialist II
Position Type Wage
Position Status Part Time
FLSA Status Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime
College/Division Center for Global Engagement
Department 100148 - CGE Administration
Pay Band 3
Pay Rate Pay Range
Specify Range or Amount $17 - $19 per hour
Is this a JMU Only position? No
Is this a grant-funded position? No
Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No

Position Summary Information


General Information
The role of the Communications Assistant is to help the Center for Global Engagement execute its strategic messaging objectives by designing promotional materials and publishing content. The Communications Assistant will report to the Communications Specialist and work with stakeholders in International Student and Scholar Services, Study Abroad, and Global Learning Partnerships. They are responsible for designing visual assets for use in CGE promotions, managing email marketing campaigns, maintaining social media channels, and assisting with department photo/video shoots.
Duties and Responsibilities
Create visual designs for email marketing materials, digital signs, social media, website, and other CGE promotions.
  • Prepare, format, and send promotional emails.
  • Maintain CGE audience email lists.
  • Draft social media posts for @jmuglobal and @IntelDukeDog
  • Organize and maintain a posting calendar for each social channel
  • Implement social media strategies and gauge effectiveness of those strategies.
  • Design graphics for use on the CGE website.
  • Perform website content updates through Cascade.
  • Oversee communications-related work of student employees.
  • Assist during CGE video shoots.
  • Take photos at CGE events.
Qualifications
  • Graphic design experience is required. Should be comfortable designing assets for use in various marketing campaigns, taking critique, and executing final projects. Demonstrated experience in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or equivalent software with a robust portfolio of work.
  • Professional experience with social media publishing.
  • Experience in email marketing is highly desirable.
  • Experience working in a web CMS. Cascade experience is a plus.
  • Photography experience.
Condition(s) of Employment
Due to scheduling across global time zones, some evening and/or weekend hours may be required. These are part-time wage positions with no benefits. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check. E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

Posting Detail Information


Posting Date 02/15/2024
Beginning Review Date 02/29/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Proposed Starting Date 03/10/2024
EEO Statement

James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.

We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or [email protected] . You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.
Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report
Notice of Availability – Annual Security and Fire Safety Report The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains information regarding campus security and personal safety including topics such as: crime prevention, the university police law enforcement authority, crime reporting policies, disciplinary procedures, protocols for the immediate notification of students and staff upon confirmation of a significant emergency on campus and other matters of importance related to security and safety. The report includes statistics for the most recent three-year period of reported crimes that have occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by JMU or its affiliates; and on public property within or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report includes campus housing fire statistics for the most recent three-year period, a description of each on-campus student housing facility fire safety system, the number of fire drills held during the previous calendar year, policies or rules on portable electrical appliances, smoking, and open flames in student housing; and procedures for student housing evacuation in the event of fire along with other fire safety information. The JMU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report includes the Harrisonburg campus and the three overseas branch campuses; Florence, Antwerp, and London. It is available electronically http://www.jmu.edu/publicsafety/clerycompliance/2018Annual-Security-and-Fire-Safety-Report.shtml You can obtain a copy of any of this report by contacting the Office of Public Safety, MSC 6810, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 or request that a copy be mailed to you by calling (540)568-6769/6913.
Minimum Reference(s) Required 3
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://joblink.jmu.edu/postings/16291
Additional Posting Information
Along with a resume and cover letter, applicants should submit a required portfolio to supplement their applications.

Similar Positions