Communications Coordinator (TEMP)

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Summary

Works collaboratively with labor and community leaders and CLCS staff in program development and implementation of educational programs. The Communications Coordinator (TEMP) assists with all print and social media communications, website development, as well as online conferences and training events. The Communications Coordinator (TEMP) is also expected to assist with conference administration duties as needed.  

Who We Are

The Center for Labor & Community Studies (CLCS) provides high quality training through annual conferences, six-week certificate courses and symposiums with a focus on effective advocacy, negotiating, organizing, and leadership development. A main operating principle of the Center is that working people engaged on the front lines bring a wealth of knowledge to the table. Based on this idea, training content design is guided by planning committees made up of labor and community activists.

Responsibilities*

Communications

• Update the Center?s website as needed
• Maintain and use Center?s mass email system and database
• Design and print brochures and flyers in coordination with staff
• Announce Center?s events on a variety of social media platforms

Administration

• Assist lead administrator with registration system, and conference material preparations during peak activity periods and as needed
  

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in communications and social media outreach.
• Familiarity with programs and online tools such as Google Sites, Canva (or similar layout programs), and Word
• Experience in managing the planning, design, and development of online programming 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Desired Qualifications*

• One to three  years of professional experience
• Strong record of and commitment to adult education instruction and workers' rights
• Experience working closely with labor, business and/or community organizations. 
• Excellent organizational skills
  

Work Schedule

Consists of 20 hours of work per week. This is mainly an in-person position, with a possible option of occasional remote work. 

Additional Information

• Involves some evening and weekend work
• Pay range is $20 to $29 per hour, pay will be commensurate with experience.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.