SPTC Student Assistant (Spring)

University of Oklahoma•Norman, OK

About The Position

The SPTC Student Assistant supports the Southern Plains Transportation Center with office and administrative duties, outreach, and conference and event planning. The role includes communicating with partner institutions and stakeholders, including the Oklahoma Department of Transportation and universities across the country. The assistant may also edit documents and prepare written summaries of events. The position requires effective written and verbal communication, computer skills, multitasking, organization, prioritization, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines. The assistant must be able to work both autonomously and as part of a group. Applicants must be current University of Oklahoma students and authorized to work. Employment is contingent upon verification of current student status.

Requirements

Must be currently enrolled in a combination of two terms as a student at the University of Oklahoma; current student status will be verified.
Must be authorized to work.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Effective computer skills.
Ability to multitask, organize, and prioritize.
Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to work autonomously and in a group.
Microsoft Office skills.

Responsibilities

Answer phones and respond to emails.
Attend meetings and record meeting minutes.
Update websites.
Coordinate with partner institutions and stakeholders, including the Oklahoma Department of Transportation and universities across the country.
Assist with conference planning and execution.
Assist with the student internship program.
Order supplies.
Prepare promotional materials, such as event flyers.
Digitize and scan materials.
Disseminate information to key stakeholders.
Edit documents and prepare written summaries of events as needed.