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Open Date	09/14/2021
Requisition Number	PRN27630B
Job Title	Development/Marketing Assistant
Working Title	Development/Marketing Assistant
Job Grade	C
FLSA Code	Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code?	No
Standard Hours per Week	40
Full Time or Part Time?	Full Time
Shift	Day
Work Schedule Summary
VP Area	Academic Affairs
Department	00065 - Elect & Computer Engineering
Location	Campus
City	Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment	Internal to the Department
Pay Rate Range	15.00
Close Date	09/21/2021
Open Until Filled	No
Job Summary	Coordinates and assists with various communication and marketing activities which may include assisting with the preparation and distribution of news stories, promotional materials, newsletters, brochures, advertising, direct mailing, printing, and customer events.
Responsibilities	1.  Assists with preparation and distribution of promotional materials, letters, newsletters, and brochures. 2.  Writes a variety of items including web posts; social media posts on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram; public relations/marketing materials; and newsletters.  Translates complex technological ideas and terms into easy-to-understand, yet accurate descriptions for lay-readers. 3.  Interviews faculty members and students for stories.  Researches and studies ideas related to each project; conceptualizes original work to communicate intent of project. 4.  Acts as liaison with faculty, staff, chair, College photographer/graphic designer, and others. 5.  Updates mailing lists and maintains databases and files. 6.  Organizes details supporting special events. 7.  Assists with coordination of special event activities such as lectures, conferences, luncheons and workshops. 8.  Prepares statistical summaries and spread sheets used for historical reference and tracking of revenues. 9.  Orders supplies. 10. Assists in conducting prospect research. Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required Nearly Continuously: Office environment. Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking. Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.  Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications	Four years public relations experience which includes two years marketing, fundraising or sales activities, or equivalency required. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills required. Experience writing news releases, producing newsletters and organizing special events and fund-raising activities preferred. Depending upon department of assignment, preference may be given for a background in purchasing, television production, radio, athletics, library or museum.    Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Type	Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information	The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.  The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.  To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action: Director/ Title IX Coordinator Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA) 135 Park Building Salt Lake City, UT 84112 801-581-8365 [email protected] Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/ To inquire about this posting, email: [email protected] or call 801-581-2300. The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* How many years of public relations experience do you have?

• Less than 2 years
• 2 year or more, but less than 4 years
• 4 years or more, but less than 6 years
• 6 years or more, but less than 8 years
• 8 years or more

* Indicate your level of knowledge/experience in writing news releases, producing newsletters, and/or organizing events:

• None
• Minimal
• Moderate
• Extensive

Applicant Documents
Required Documents Optional Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission

Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169

University Human Resource Management
250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: [email protected]

 

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