Student Communications Assistant (Fall Job Norman area,Oklahoma USA,Administrative/Clerical

Position: Student Communications Assistant (Fall)

Pay Range: Targeted salary of $11.00/hour, based on education and experience.

Benefits Eligible: No

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Travel: Not required

Position Introduction:

The NAS Student Communications Assistant will work under the supervision of the Native American Studies Chair and the Administrative/Financial Coordinator. This position supports departmental communications and outreach (social media, website, newsletters, flyers) and will also provide front desk-office support, customer service to students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Represent NAS in a welcoming, professional manner.
Manage and post content to NAS social media accounts.
Update NAS website content (announcements, pages, uploads).
Create and distribute flyers and communication materials using templates.
Compile and distribute the weekly NAS newsletter.
Monitor and route messages from the NAS department email.
Maintain spreadsheets for communications, events, and tracking.
Answer phones, greet visitors, and direct inquiries.
Sort and distribute mail; deliver daily mail to mailboxes.
Assist with NAS events (set-up, take-down, check-in).
Staff NAS tabling and outreach events.
Run basic departmental errands and deliveries.
Learn and use communication software and office tools.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required

Education And Experience:

Must be currently enrolled in the Fall 2026 Term as an undergraduate student in good standing at the University of Oklahoma.
Hiring contingent upon verification of current student status.

Required Attachments:

Resume
Transcript
Cover Letter (optional)

Communication Timing Expectations:

Weekly:
Prepare and distribute department NAS newsletter.
Ongoing:
Post time-sensitive announcements across various platforms.
Time-Sensitive items include NAS events and last-minute updates;
Academic deadlines and forms; student opportunities; department notices and schedule changes.

Essential Functions:

Communicate clearly and professionally with diverse audiences.
Work independently and as part of a team.
Meet recurring, time-sensitive communication deadlines.
Prioritize tasks with short turnaround times.
Accurately maintain spreadsheets and records.
Learn new communication tools with training.
Stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
Follow university policies and maintain confidentiality.

Department Preferences:

None

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes

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