PT Marketing & Communications Assistant

Job Description

The Marketing & Communications Assistant plays a key role in supporting the Marketing and Public Relations team through content creation, digital platform management, and event promotion across campus and in the community.  This position is suited for individuals proficient in content creation, digital marketing, with writing, editing and organizational skills.  A strong candidate will also demonstrate a willingness to learn and utilize digital platforms effectively for communication purposes.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, edit and manage content for social media, emails, the website, and event promotions
• Create graphic content via Canva or Adobe Suites
• Photography needs at events and in the classroom for the website, in marketing materials and on social media
• Organize and maintain image library and digital assets
• Assist in maintaining and updating the College website (Umbraco CMS)
• Collaborate with departments to gather content and meet communications needs
• Create email marketing campaigns using the Constant Contact Platform
• Update campus communication tools including Rise Vision and the digital marquee
• Distribute/Organize marketing materials
• Complete tasks on deadlines and assist with other projects as needed

Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Knowledge of social media platforms and digital communications tools
• Proficient in graphic design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar)
• Writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Basic photography and video skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel)
• Experience with or willingness to learn web platforms and CMS (e.g., Umbraco)
• Ability to manage time, multitask, and work independently or with the team
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Additional Info:  

This is a hands-on opportunity to gain valuable experience in communications, marketing, and higher education outreach, while contributing to student and community engagement at Sussex County Community College.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to the job at any time. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor, including maintaining a valid driver's license in good standing with DMV for those jobs that require driving.

Salary:  $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

To Apply:

Please submit cover letter, resume to HRresume@sussex.edu.  Sussex County Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Effective September 1, 2011, the NJ First Act requires that certain classifications of persons employed by a public higher education institution will have 365 days within which to establish a primary residence in NJ. Failure to comply will render the individual unqualified to continue to hold the position. Individuals may seek exemption from the residency exemption committee based on critical need or hardship.