Oregon State University
Public Information Assistant (Media and Events Coordinator)
Oregon State University, Oregon, Wisconsin, United States, 53575
Public Information Assistant (Marketing and Events Assistant)
Position Summary
This role assists with the public information program for the Department of Chemistry. Works with administrative staff and faculty, serves as primary media contact, creates and manages marketing materials and event coordination.
Key Responsibilities
Public Relations & Media (60%)
– develop and maintain marketing materials, social media, website, media contacts, publish web announcements, design print publications, create photographic directory, write scripts for events, coordinate with other campus marketing teams.
Event Coordination (30%)
– plan and execute department events: meetings, seminars, celebrations, conferences; manage travel, venue, catering, promotion, track expenses.
Other Duties (10%)
– handle small purchases, support students, lead on additional responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Two years of experience gathering information, writing, producing materials, or a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communication, or related field.
Demonstrated ability to engage diverse audiences, promote inclusion.
Excellent computer and video management skills.
Experience developing and maintaining web pages.
Experience coordinating events and producing publications.
Preferred
Experience with professional presentations on social media.
Work Conditions
Work in Department Administrative office Monday–Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM with 1‑hour lunch and two 15‑minute breaks.
May require outside hours for special events.
Compensation Starting salary at lower end of range; benefits eligible includes medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid leave, tuition reduction, work‑life programs, optional lifestyle benefits.
Contact Paula Christie paula.christie@oregonstate.edu (541) 737-1681
Equal Opportunity OSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Application Instructions Applications are reviewed via employment profile. Resumes are not accepted. Cover letters optional and not used for evaluation.
Supplemental Questions
* Describe your experience in maintaining complex web pages. (Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience with professional presentations on social media. (Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience coordinating events. (Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience designing and editing publications. (Open Ended Question)
* Describe your marketing experience using social media and flyers. (Open Ended Question)
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents: Cover Letter.
Optional Documents: VETERANS ONLY – proof of Veteran Status.
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This role assists with the public information program for the Department of Chemistry. Works with administrative staff and faculty, serves as primary media contact, creates and manages marketing materials and event coordination.
Key Responsibilities
Public Relations & Media (60%)
– develop and maintain marketing materials, social media, website, media contacts, publish web announcements, design print publications, create photographic directory, write scripts for events, coordinate with other campus marketing teams.
Event Coordination (30%)
– plan and execute department events: meetings, seminars, celebrations, conferences; manage travel, venue, catering, promotion, track expenses.
Other Duties (10%)
– handle small purchases, support students, lead on additional responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Two years of experience gathering information, writing, producing materials, or a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communication, or related field.
Demonstrated ability to engage diverse audiences, promote inclusion.
Excellent computer and video management skills.
Experience developing and maintaining web pages.
Experience coordinating events and producing publications.
Preferred
Experience with professional presentations on social media.
Work Conditions
Work in Department Administrative office Monday–Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM with 1‑hour lunch and two 15‑minute breaks.
May require outside hours for special events.
Compensation Starting salary at lower end of range; benefits eligible includes medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid leave, tuition reduction, work‑life programs, optional lifestyle benefits.
Contact Paula Christie paula.christie@oregonstate.edu (541) 737-1681
Equal Opportunity OSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Application Instructions Applications are reviewed via employment profile. Resumes are not accepted. Cover letters optional and not used for evaluation.
Supplemental Questions
* Describe your experience in maintaining complex web pages. (Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience with professional presentations on social media. (Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience coordinating events. (Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience designing and editing publications. (Open Ended Question)
* Describe your marketing experience using social media and flyers. (Open Ended Question)
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents: Cover Letter.
Optional Documents: VETERANS ONLY – proof of Veteran Status.
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