Oregon State University-posted 29 days ago
$19 - $29/Yr
Full-time • Entry Level
Hybrid • Corvallis, OR
1,001-5,000 employees
Educational Services

This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Public Information Assistant (Marketing and Events Assistant) position for the Department of Chemistry at Oregon State University (OSU). The purpose of this position is to assist with the public information program for the Department of Chemistry. This position works with administrative staff and faculty regarding public-facing information, policy, and procedural issues, and elevates issues as needed. In addition, the position serves as the primary media contact and events coordinator for the department. The OSU Department of Chemistry serves a central role in the educational, research, and outreach missions of the University - delivering over 50,000 student credit hours of instruction each year while maintaining a vibrant graduate program with over 100 PhD students. The Department conducts cutting-edge research and scholarly activities focused on all areas of chemistry important to biology, materials, and the environment - including analytical, biological, bio-organic, environmental, materials, nuclear, and physical chemistry. This dynamic setting is ideally suited for nurturing and supporting instructional faculty in their efforts to support the Department's educational mission, which impacts over 4000 students each year. The College of Science provides a core instructional role at OSU, supporting the ideals of learning, discovery, and engagement that are the foundation of a land-grant university. The College embraces instruction and research in disciplines ranging from the physical to the biological sciences that are based on unbiased inquiry and a dedication to discovery and innovation. The College of Science is committed to partnering with industry and public agencies to address some of the most compelling challenges of today and tomorrow.

  • Assist with Development and maintenance of the Department of Chemistry marketing materials, including for social media accounts, website management, and media.
  • Follow professional trends, keeping tools and practices current and accessible.
  • Work with internal program areas to identify and serve unique needs and interests related to interactive media.
  • Provides input to administration and faculty on planning and production of informational materials to ensure compliance with current and established laws, policy, and protocol (specifically, OSU Branding Policy, ADA accessibility, Model Releases, and Copyright Laws).
  • Consult regularly with faculty and staff to keep all published content up-to-date and accurate.
  • Set production deadlines and monitor progress to ensure completion of projects.
  • Create web announcements, feature stories, web pages, and web forms.
  • Post collected information on the department blog to be used in publications.
  • Works with the dept. Manager to design, write, edit, and produce print publications such as newsletters, pamphlets, flyers, and news releases to promote departmental activities and programs.
  • Design, create, and maintain a photographic departmental directory for public view.
  • Coordinate with OSU Printing and Mailing and public entities for media and event-related purchases (Michael's Craft Store, Fireline T's, Imprint.com, etc.)
  • Collaborate with faculty to write scripts for department events such as the Fall Gathering and the Spring Awards celebration.
  • Serve as liaison and collaborator with the College of Science and other campus marketing teams.
  • Actively seek out department, college, and university activities for possible publication and promotion.
  • Coordinate Department events, including but not limited to meetings, seminars, celebrations, ceremonies, and conferences.
  • Coordinate faculty visits for recruitment, seminars, conferences, etc. Including arranging lodging, visitation schedule, transportation, and catering.
  • Responsible for small, approved purchases as needed for swag/ handouts at events
  • May provide lead work to students as needed
  • Two years of experience gathering information, writing and/or producing materials, and presenting materials to selected audiences; OR A Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communication, or a closely-related field.
  • Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communication, or a closely-related field.
  • Excellent computer and video management skills.
  • Experience developing and maintaining web pages.
  • Demonstrated ability to engage with diverse audiences and promote access and inclusion to public events and programs.
  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
  • Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
  • Retirement savings paid by the university.
  • A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
  • Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
  • Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
  • Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.
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