CAST Communications and Special Events Student Employee

Title: CAST Communications and Special Events Student Employee

Employee Classification: Student Help Regular

Division Name: Academic Affairs

Department: Dean of Applied Science and Technology

The College of Applied Science and Technology is seeking a highly motivated student to fill the role of Communications and Special Events Student Employee for the spring 2027 semester. This role will be responsible for written communication and the development of content for the College’s social media sites and the News.

Illinois State.edu hub. This role will also assist with the strategic planning and creative development of events for the College including Science and Technology Week, awards receptions, constituent gatherings, and guest lectures. Questions specific to the position may be directed to the College of Applied Science and Technology Dean’s Office at .

• Writing and developing content for a variety of online outlets
• Assisting in the planning and evaluation of special event publicity
• Documenting events for various social media platforms
• Assisting with event details and logistics
• Maintaining social media channels
• Other duties assigned as deemed necessary by the College

Supervisor:
Assistant Dean of Marketing, Communications, and Constituent Relations, College of Applied Science and Technology

Work Environment/Dynamics:
The student worker will have office space in Turner Hall.

• Student employees are eligible to participate in the University’s 403(b) Plan. More information can be found here.

$20/hour

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Majoring in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills (both verbal and written), are expected
• An understanding of decorum suitable to a professional office environment
• Demonstration of oral and written proficiency in the English language

Additional Desired Attributes:

• Attention to detail
• Ability to take direction
• Self-motivated
• Highly organized
• Knowledge of various social media platforms, including but not limited to:
  Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram
• Passionate about creating quality programming for students, faculty, staff, and outreach to the community

15-20 hours per week. This position requires an individual to work flexible shifts, some evenings, and some weekends. The individual may be contacted during non-working hours if event emergencies occur.

Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Effectively communicate on a daily basis.

January 2027

• Current resume with contact information
• Cover letter
• Two letters of reference
• Two writing samples such as an article, paper, or project

College of Applied Science and Technology Dean’s Office at

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

In addition, all appointments are contingent upon proof of eligibility for employment at Illinois State University to perform the required duties described above on your scheduled start date. The Immigration and Control Act of 1986, Public Law 99-603, requires all new employees to file an I-9 in person and no later than three days from the beginning of employment. This may be accomplished within…