Position Summary: The Communications Assistant is a part-time student position located in Forestry Hall (adjacent to East Campus Union). This position will work on a wide variety of agency projects but some day-to-day responsibilities include developing digital content, managing social media, and assisting with website management. The successful applicant should expect to work 20 hours per week and establish a set schedule of when s/he will be in the Nebraska Forest Service (NFS) office. This position reports to the Communications and Marketing Associate.
Benefits: The successful candidate will receive professional experience and exposure to the evolving field of environmental communications. Through their tenure, the Communications Assistant will gain marketable skills that can be leveraged to obtain natural resources employment following graduation. The position also works with a diverse group of forestry professionals, furthering their knowledge of conservation and resource issues.
Schedule and Wage: Flexible hours Monday – Friday, $10.00/hour (full-time extension over the summer is possible).
Summary of Duties:
> Work with Communications and Marketing Associate and department staff to provide programming support.
> Assist with building an electronic photo library, generating social media materials, and performing research.
> Utilize Drupal content management system to edit or create NFS pages.
> Provide photography and videography assistance at events; as well as post-production support.
> Develop print and digital publications related to NFS programs or outreach initiatives.
> Assist as needed on projects related to the organization’s communications strategy.
> Input program and marketing data into electronic databases. Provide clerical support.
Minimum Qualifications:
> Demonstrated written and verbal proficiency, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.
> Completed or currently enrolled in courses related to marketing, journalism or environmental communications.
> Experience managing social media profiles.
> Working knowledge of Content Management Systems and web accessibility standards.
> Working knowledge of Adobe and Microsoft Office products.
> Experience developing new media content (short-length web videos, podcasts, social media campaigns).
> Demonstrated ability to multitask on projects with competing deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications:
> Previous work experience in the communications field (paid, internship and volunteer are acceptable).
> Working knowledge of AP style guidelines.
> Knowledge of natural resources issues pertaining to Nebraska.
To be considered for the position, please send a copy of your resume and two references to:
Benjamin Bohall, Communications and Marketing Associate
bbohall2@unl.edu
402-472-6160