ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT (RESEARCH & COMMUNICATIONS) - PARK CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT MEDIA
About the position
Responsibilities
• Facilitate planning related to the growth and future of independent media, culminating in PCIM policy and publications.
• Maintain and update the PCIM website and oversee student content development for social media platforms.
• Assist in the preparation, research, writing, and review of articles and reports for the PCIM website.
• Work with the director to conceptualize and execute symposia on independent media and media literacy.
• Engage in planning and coordination of events, programs, and guest speakers, including travel accommodations.
• Maintain an up-to-date database of PCIM contacts and subscriptions.
• Communicate with independent media organizations for the PCIM.
• Coordinate public relations activities for the director to enhance the Center's profile.
• Assist in the coordination of the summer Independent Media Internship program.
• Demonstrate multicultural awareness and contribute to an inclusive college community.
• Provide administrative support for financial needs, monitor expenditures, and process financial transactions.
Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in journalism, politics, or related area preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of academic research and/or academic writing experience.
• Familiarity with independent news media outlets in the United States.
• Excellent attention to detail and verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to learn and follow Ithaca College systems and protocols.
• Basic knowledge of website maintenance and database tools.
• Financial records keeping and budgetary oversight skills.
Nice-to-haves
• Experience in planning and logistics for public communications on campus and online.
• Specific experience supporting academic and public events related to independent journalism.
Benefits
• Healthcare including vision and dental
• Generous Paid Time Off Policies
• 403B Retirement Savings Plan with Matching Employer Contribution
• EAP
• Flexible Work Plans
• Educational Benefits
• Career-Enhancing Trainings
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Responsibilities
• Facilitate planning related to the growth and future of independent media, culminating in PCIM policy and publications.
• Maintain and update the PCIM website and oversee student content development for social media platforms.
• Assist in the preparation, research, writing, and review of articles and reports for the PCIM website.
• Work with the director to conceptualize and execute symposia on independent media and media literacy.
• Engage in planning and coordination of events, programs, and guest speakers, including travel accommodations.
• Maintain an up-to-date database of PCIM contacts and subscriptions.
• Communicate with independent media organizations for the PCIM.
• Coordinate public relations activities for the director to enhance the Center's profile.
• Assist in the coordination of the summer Independent Media Internship program.
• Demonstrate multicultural awareness and contribute to an inclusive college community.
• Provide administrative support for financial needs, monitor expenditures, and process financial transactions.
Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in journalism, politics, or related area preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of academic research and/or academic writing experience.
• Familiarity with independent news media outlets in the United States.
• Excellent attention to detail and verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to learn and follow Ithaca College systems and protocols.
• Basic knowledge of website maintenance and database tools.
• Financial records keeping and budgetary oversight skills.
Nice-to-haves
• Experience in planning and logistics for public communications on campus and online.
• Specific experience supporting academic and public events related to independent journalism.
Benefits
• Healthcare including vision and dental
• Generous Paid Time Off Policies
• 403B Retirement Savings Plan with Matching Employer Contribution
• EAP
• Flexible Work Plans
• Educational Benefits
• Career-Enhancing Trainings
Apply Now
Apply Now