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Missouri Western State University

SGA -Director of Public Relations of Student Government Association

Missouri Western State University, Saint Joseph, Missouri, United States,


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Position Information

Position TitleSGA -Director of Public Relations of Student Government Association

DepartmentStudent Government Association

Appointment TermAcademic Year (August - May)

FLSANon-Exempt

Job Summary

The Student Government Association (SGA) at Missouri Western is committed to being an advocate for the student body, enhancing campus life and promoting the image of the University. SGA holds itself to the highest standards of: Service, Enthusiasm, Respect, Quality, Freedom, and Courage. We lead with integrity, listening to the students and serving Missouri Western State University.

The SGA Director of Public Relations is an appointed position.

The role is to focus on positive branding of the SGA.

PARTICIPATING in the fulfillment of the University's mission & values: service, quality, enthusiasm, freedom, respect, & courage.ADVOCATING for the views of the student body by working with the University administration to formulate University policy & by serving as members on University committees.FACILITATING communication & mutual understanding between the Student Association, faculty, staff, & administration.Essential Duties

Maintains sufficient knowledge of media creation software (i.e., Photoshop, Premiere Pro, etc.) to perform the duties of this role.Creates promotional materials for SGA (i.e., Posters, T-shirt designs, advertising designs, etc.)Formulates and executes a strong brand strategy for the promotion of SGA and its operationsCoordinates with SGA President and Vice President and members of the Executive Board to promote, publicize and communicate information relevant to the operations of the SGA and branchesDevelops a strategic calendar of all public relations efforts for greater planning and coordination of promotional effortsMaintains positive relationships and effective communication with outside media organizations (i.e., Griffon Media, Saint Joseph News-Press, etc.).Maintains all official SGA communication channels (i.e., email, social media, website, etc.)Ensures brand consistencyOther duties as assigned by the SGA President or Vice PresidentRequired Qualifications

MWSU StudentDegree SeekingAt least a cumulative 2.0 GPAEnrolled full-timeMust be in good disciplinary standing with the University and remain so during their term of appointment.Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

An enrolled college student who shows interest and a positive attitude and leadership.Must have a willingness to interact with people, and ability to keep confidentiality.Must be able to handle professional situations, be attentive to other students and be punctual.Strong communicator, empathetic, and good time management skills

Physical DemandsSedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.

Additional Demands

The SGA Senate meets throughout the school year to discuss issues relevant to students and vote on legislation to solve the issues presented

Location where duties are to be performed

Center for Student Involvement

Federal Work StudyNot Required

Hours of Work

12 mandated hours per week.

Posting Detail Information

Posting NumberST132P

Number of Vacancies1

Open Date06/06/2024

Priority Deadline07/15/2024

Open Until FilledYes

Special Instructions Summary

This position can hire a student who does or does not qualify for

Federal Work Study

eligibility.