Work-Study Assistant | C.I.T.E. | Communications & Training-2

The Work-Study Assistant, under general supervision, will provide assistance in the communication and training areas of the Center for Information Technology Excellence. This position will serve as a key role in the development of brochures, invitations, advertisements, flyers, newsletters, presentations, displays, audio-visual materials, instructor guides and lesson plans. This position will use measurement tools to evaluate the effectiveness of the communications plan and Information Technology (IT) training programs on campus. This position will also maintain the departmental website and social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.) to ensure current and accurate information is available to all our campus community. This position will also conduct administrative actions to ensure the maintenance of records and will interface with the campus community to promote all training sessions and special events.

Responsibilities :

• Assist with developing brochures, invitations, advertisements, flyers, newsletters, presentations, displays, audio-visual materials, instructor guides and lesson plans.
• Assist in planning, implementing and promoting special events and training sessions.
• Assist with the design of measurement tools and feedback mechanisms to evaluate the effectiveness of the communications plan and IT training programs on campus.
• Assist with developing and maintaining C.I.T.E. social media presence (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.) and drafting news releases.
• Provide support in all C.I.T.E areas and other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

• Presently enrolled at Prairie View A&M University for at least nine (9) graduate or six (6) undergraduate semester credit hours during the term in which the work is to be done.
• Must be in good academic standing (SAP) as demonstrated through your college; minimum 2.0 GPA
• No prior experience necessary
• For work eligibility during a summer term, a student must be enrolled for at least three (3) graduate or undergraduate semester credit hours during the term in which the work is to be done or preregistered at least six (6) undergraduate semester hours or nine (9) graduate semester hours for the upcoming fall term.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• N/A

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet applications and PowerPoint presentations.
• Knowledge of social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.)
• Meticulous attention to detail.

Other Requirements:

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Works comfortably under pressure and meets tight deadlines.

Job Posting Close Date:

• 8/30/2021

Required Attachments:

Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box.

• Cover Letter (Optional)
• Resume
• Detailed Class Schedule
• Proof of Work-Study Acceptance

Application Submission Guidelines:

The required documents listed in the above-Required Attachments section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1793 or seo@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU career site.

Background Check Requirements:

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

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