Job description
Posting Number
TMP00499PO23
Job Code Title
Public Information Coordinator
Advertised Title
Executive Communications Assistant
Campus
Columbia
College/Division
Communications and Marketing
Department
COMM Executive Communications
Salary
$25.00/hr
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time
Part Time
Hours per Week
20
Work Schedule
Job Search Category
Administrative
About UofSC
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Diversity Statement
At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.
Benefits for Temporary Positions
The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers temporary employees expected to work at least 30 hours per week health and life insurance, flexible spending accounts and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the benefits section on the Applicant Portal.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
The Division of Communications and Marketing is currently seeking an Executive Communications Assistant who will provide administrative support to the Director of Executive Communications and the University’s Office of the President to execute communications messaging, projects, and priorities for this office.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- With direction from the Director of Executive Communications, researches, writes, edits/proofreads, formats, prints, disseminates, tracks, and archives correspondence and informational content, for printed, electronic, and verbal communications to a variety of audiences, including, but not limited to, students, faculty, staff, alumni, donors, community members, and elected officials.
- Provides ongoing management of the President’s public-facing email inbox and coordinates responses with the appropriate University administrators and offices.
- Researches information for talking points, reports and other communications, as assigned.
- Assists with coordination of President’s involvement in institutional events, such as commencement, new student convocation, and the State of the University address, as well as special events involving USC system campuses, community organizations, and federal, state, and local government.
- Assists Director of Communication and President’s Executive Assistant with monitoring and tracking incoming requests for presidential speaking engagements.
- Interacts with USC campus units, USC system units, and community groups to prepare for presidential participation in upcoming events; as needed, attends in-person and virtual planning meetings.
- Maintains awareness of current affairs and issues that may relate to the University via news media and social media.
- Ensures that all outgoing communications align with USC’s brand standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in communications or related field and at least one year of professional experience related to the development and dissemination of informational materials
- Excellent writing and grammar skills, with demonstrated experience in mass communications and interpersonal communications
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Knowledge of higher education organizational structure
- Ability to adhere to the highest standards of professionalism, strict confidentiality, discretion, courtesy and service
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Microsoft Teams, email, text and social media platforms, Adobe PDFs, and modern office equipment (e.g., copiers, scanners, tablet devices)
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
Desired Start Date
04/03/2023
Proposed End Date
12/21/2023
Job Open Date
03/15/2023
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
Please provide 2-3 writing independent samples.
This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
Quicklink for Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/141734
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
Position Attributes
Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety/Security Sensitive or Requires a CDL
No
Hazardous weather category
Non-Essential
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