Communications Assistant

University of Arkansas • Fayetteville, AR

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations. The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life. As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Requirements

• Formal education equivalent of a high school diploma.
• At least one year of experience in administrative support, communications, office operations, or a related field.
• Must be able to safely lift, move, and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and inventory.
• Ability to operate large-scale copy systems.
• Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Experience with digital printing systems.
• Experience with USPS mail processes.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with daily communication processes, including printing, packaging, and direct mailing of admission materials.
• Working closely with the university’s postal operations.
• Maintaining inventory.
• Assisting in the creation of variable data PDFs for the print process.
• Assisting with maintaining records on the student information system.
• Operation and routine maintenance of equipment.
• Contacting vendors for repairs and service.
• Developing documents for communications tasks, both machine and print/mail related.
• Local distribution and gathering of communications materials.

Benefits

• University contributions to health insurance.
• University contributions to dental insurance.
• University contributions to life insurance.
• University contributions to disability insurance.
• Tuition waivers for employees and their families.
• 12 official holidays.
• Immediate leave accrual.
• Choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED