FWS Fall 2024 Undergraduate Research Student Marketing and Communications Assistant in Lexington, Kentucky at University of Kentucky

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job TitleFWS Fall 2024 Undergraduate Research Student Marketing and Communications AssistantRequisition NumberDU12304Department Name1B531:Federal Work StudyWork Location160 Funkhouser Dr 211 Funkhouser Building Lexington, KY 40506Salary Range$13.00Type of PositionStudentPosition Time Status Part-TimeRequired EducationN/A

Required Related ExperienceN/A

Required License/Registration/CertificationN/A

Physical RequirementsSitting at a desk/computer; push or carry items up to 25 lbs; campus errands; regular use of a computer and media technology.

Shift• Weekdays (8 AM – 5 PM)

No weekend hours

Day shift with occasional evening requirements

Job SummaryThe Office of Undergraduate Research seeks a Student Marketing and Communications Assistant for the 2024-2025 academic year. Duties of this position include, but not limited to:

1. Assist with communication efforts through campus outreach, graphic design, social media scheduling, website updates, and digital marketing strategies.

2. Curate content – develop written and visual communications for print, web and social media.

3. Interview students, faculty and alumni.

4. Create informational videos and photography.

5. Assist with event management and execution including event marketing, setup, check-in of attendees, facilitation, cleanup and other duties as assigned.

6. Assist with general office support and customer service.

For more information, please contact: Jessica Jones Bowman, Phone: (859)-257-6420, Email: jesibowman@uky.edu.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities1. Possess excellent customer service skills as well as a professional and willing attitude.

2. Must be reliable and be able to professionally interact with stakeholders including students, faculty, staff, and alumni.

3. Organized, creative, detail-oriented, and able to multi-task.

4. MS Office and Google Drive experience.

5. Video editing and photography experience.

6. Experience with Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok.

7. Experience with Canva.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceN/A

Deadline to Apply07/31/2024University Community of InclusionThe University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Have you been awarded Federal Work Study?(If you are unsure, or you have not yet been awarded Federal Work Study, please contact the Student Financial Aid office at (859) 257-3172 and ask to speak with your counselor.)

• Yes
• No

1. * Please state your current 8-digit UKID number and LinkBlue ID
2. (Open Ended Question)
3. * Kentucky state law requires anyone who works after 10:30 p.m. on school nights (Sunday - Thursday), and after 1:00 a.m. on non-school nights (Friday - Sunday), to be 18+ years of age. Are you over the age of 18 or will you be 18 before August 1st of the fall semester or January 1st for the spring term (or before employment)?

• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents