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Temporary Outreach & Public Program Coordinator (F/T*)

College of Charleston

College of Charleston

Operations
North Charleston, SC, USA · Charleston, SC, USA
Posted on Dec 4, 2024

Temporary Outreach & Public Program Coordinator (F/T*)

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
**Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.
Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.
All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.

Posting Details

POSTING INFORMATION
Internal Title Temporary Outreach & Public Program Coordinator (F/T*)
Department Avery Research Center
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in arts, communications, project management or related fields. 2+ years experience in event planning, marketing, outreach and/or programming. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Must be self-motivated.
  • Working knowledge of WordPress and social media.
Additional Comments Regarding Position
The Outreach & Public Program Coordinator is responsible for all issues concerning public programs, including marketing and communications. This position fosters and maintains mutually beneficial programming between the Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture and other College of Charleston departments committed to promoting/supporting Avery’s mission, which is to collect, preserve, and promote the unique history and culture of the African diaspora.

The coordinator promotes and co-facilitates all campus outreach activities including student, faculty, and community workshops and lectures (co)sponsored by the Avery Research Center.

*The candidate filling this position may be eligible for healthcare benefits.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
**Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.
Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.
All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.
Hours Per Week 37.5
Pay Rate **$28/hour
Posting Date 12/03/2024
Closing Date 01/02/2025
Benefits
  • Health/Dental/Vision – Click Here
  • Life Insurance
  • Long Term Disability
  • Retirement
  • Free CARTA Bus Service
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Open Until Filled No
Posting Number T202423
EEO Statement
The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/16201

Job Duties

Job Duties
Activity
Creates and implements the marketing and communications campaign for the Avery Research Center using print and electronic formats. Designs, writes, and manages production and other marketing strategies to promote support and utilization of Avery. Collaborates with the libraries’ personnel and Marketing and Communication department on the coordination of the overall design and content of communication materials including newsletters, articles, press releases, flyers, brochures and social media messages for the Avery Research Center and College libraries. Manages the development of the Avery Research Center’s website and social media platforms. Ensures all content is current and accurate.
Essential or Marginal Essential
Percent of Time 40
Activity
Works closely with the Avery archivists, along with the College Libraries and Academic Departments and programs to develop innovative formal programming for campus and community members. Works closely with the Facilities, Outreach, and Public Programming Manager to develop public programs including lectures, symposia, and workshops that showcase Avery’s research projects and growing archival material.
Essential or Marginal Essential
Percent of Time 30
Activity
Trains interns in all aspects of Marketing and Communication. Trains undergraduate students, volunteers, and interns on how to develop engaging digital content and programming for the Avery Research Center.
Essential or Marginal Essential
Percent of Time 30

Supplemental Questions

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  1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
    • Chronicle of Higher Education
    • CofC - Alumni Career Services
    • College of Charleston Website
    • Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
    • Glassdoor
    • Handshake
    • HigherEdJobs
    • Indeed.com
    • Internal Job Posting
    • jbcjobs (Joint Base Charleston Military & Family Readiness)
    • Job Fair
    • LinkedIn
    • Monster.com
    • Personal Referral
    • Post and Courier
    • Public Job Posting
    • SC Government Website (Neogov)
    • SC Works (SC Department of Employment and Workforce)
    • Twitter
    • Word of mouth
    • Other
    • LGBT.net
    • The Society for College and University Planning
    • DiversityJobs.com (Circa)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter / Letter of Application
  3. Reference List
Optional Documents
  1. Other Document
  2. Other Document 2
  3. Other Document 3