What are the responsibilities and job description for the Alumni Communications Student Assistant position at University of Montevallo?
Department
Alumni Affairs
Rate of Pay
$8.00 hourly
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Estimated Number of Hours Per Week
Employment Status
Part Time Temporary
Student Appointment Type
Jobship and Work-Study
General Description
Assist with alumni social media and provide office support for the Alumni Affairs Office. Occasionally assist with events and programs.
Essential Job Duties
1) Develop and maintain a social media content planning calendar.
2) Create and curate regular content for UM Alumni Office social media accounts and groups on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.
2) Create and curate regular content for UM Alumni Office social media accounts and groups on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.
3) Monitor, listen and respond to users’ comments and questions in a timely manner.
4) Manage the general alumni email account.
5) Assist the Alumni Office with the development and assessment of alumni surveys.
6) Provide friendly and helpful customer service by welcoming and assisting visitors, answering and directing phone calls, taking and delivering messages, and general office duties as needed.
7) Maintain confidentiality.
7) Maintain confidentiality.
8) Work after-hours and weekend events as necessary.
Education and Experience
High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Communication Studies, Mass Communication or Marketing major preferred.
Communication Studies, Mass Communication or Marketing major preferred.
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
1) Need to be self-directed, motivated, punctual and reliable.
2) Strong communication, PR and writing skills.
3) Possess proficiency with social media, Canva and related software.
4) Maintain behavior consistent with being a representative of the Alumni Office. Dress and act in a professionally appropriate manner.
5) Good interpersonal, customer service skills and ability to interact with visitors, guests and the UM community in an effective way.
6) Photography or videography skills a plus but not required.
Preferred Major
Licenses, Certification or Registrations
Driver’s license preferred.
Number of Vacancies
Desired Start Date
Open Date
12/15/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Additional Statement
The University of Montevallo does not discriminate against job applicants based on their national origin or citizenship or immigration status. Because of the costs associated with visa sponsorship/transfer, the University typically will not sponsor applicants for a work visa or transfer of an existing visa. No commitment for visa assistance and/or sponsorship can be made until a thorough search is conducted, including a proper and methodical review of all applicants.
EEO Statement
UM is an Equal Employment Opportunity Institution
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