Position Summary
Career Readiness Learning Objectives: Communication - The student worker will work positively to communicate the message of the organization with direction using a variety of methods. Equity and Inclusion- The student worker is a member of an organization dedicated to promoting equity and inclusion in the City of Erie and NW Pennsylvania. -Student workers are considered employees of Gannon and are paid by the University. -The Communications Assistant position will work with Erie’s Black Wall Street. Please review the location and the organization’s mission at https://www.eriesblackwallstreet.org/ -Student workers will be under the supervision of the Media Manager. You’ll be responsible for coordinating office activities, facilitating internal operations, managing information, filing documents, and distributing company-related information. Editing and writing company materials will play a huge role in your duties. Duties and Responsibilities: ● Assist in the execution of communications strategies. ● Offer administrative support to projects and in-house teams. ● Create and edit communications copy (e.g. press releases, publications, social media posts). ● Help to maintain web content and implementation of social media strategies. ● Track projects and media exposure as well as update databases and media lists. ● Oversee internal communications and distribution channels. ● Help in researching, writing, and editing content for distribution including photos and videos. ● Help the team develop public relations and promotional materials including the creation and distribution programs. ● Perform administrative duties such as answering calls, preparing presentations, scheduling meetings, and making travel arrangements, as needed. ● Regularly collect data, prepare reports/presentations and evaluate the status of the company’s public image and make recommendations for expanding or improving the public image of
Physical Demands
Varies based on the needs of the job site. Candidates should be prepared to stand for moderate periods of time.
Required Qualifications
-Candidates for this position must qualify for Federal Work Study to be eligible. When you apply to this job posting, the Financial Aid Office will determine your eligibility. -Candidates must provide their own transportation to/from the work site.
Preferred Qualifications
The ideal candidate should be able to conduct research, prepare agendas, manage projects, as well as support sales initiatives and media coverage. They should be an excellent communicator with strong attention to detail. Ultimately, the primary objective will be to ensure clear communication of the company’s message across multiple channels.