Pennsylvania State University
Part-Time Executive Director of Public Relations
Pennsylvania State University, University Park, Pennsylvania, United States, 16802
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process (https://pennstateoffice365.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSharing/EfiwgKReZ4VAjprFZPKWUm0Bq_sU3KzTmERfpryq0esPKQ) . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. (https://pennstateoffice365.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSharing/Eeys15Xva4hFokHVtbP1eGIB5i1WFLc-J3k9KHgrFYZ7mg) Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants (https://hr.psu.edu/sites/hr/files/Application_Process_for_External_Applications_Non-Penn_State_Employees_.pdf) .
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants (https://hr.psu.edu/current-employee/flexible-work-arrangements/out-of-state-notice?utm_source=workday&utm_medium=req&utm_campaign=Oct23&utm_id=out-of-state) .
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Summary
The University Park Undergraduate Association is searching for an individual to serve as the Part-Time Executive Director of Public Relations. This individual will oversee all organizational outreach, and matters of public relations, while serving as the liaison and spokesperson for the UPUA to the undergraduate student body.
Requirements
Plan and execute regular programming and outreach events with the objective of exposing students to the UPUA
Manage the UPUA Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook accounts, updating with relevant communications pertinent to the undergraduate student body
Attend external student organization meetings to convey information regarding the UPUA and to collect student feedback and needs
Lead weekly department meetings and successfully delegate tasks to subordinates
Work closely with representatives to advertise initiatives and programming events benefiting students
Building relationships with student organization partners and potential partners, offices, and the media
Ensuring our target audience is engaged and the message of the event is marketed properly
Creating engaging content for media releases, social media platforms, and newsletters
Act as primary support for members within the UPUA in regards to programming (event management and planning)
Serve as the chief spokesperson for UPUA, handling press inquiries and student inquiries as needed
Preferred Skills
Ability to deliver projects on tight deadlines
Experience planning and executing programming events
Creativity and the ability to think outside the box and innovate previous initiatives and projects done by representatives
Experience with updating websites and familiarity with the Squarespace platform
An outgoing and friendly person who is not hesitant to talk to every student on campus
Demonstrated enthusiasm and motivation to engage with the undergraduate student government (UPUA) in service to the student body
Efficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Comfortability with public speaking and engaging with students
Basic budget management skills to track spending on sponsorships, events, and marketing material
Anticipated Time Commitment
Minimum of 12 hours a week
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here (https://police.psu.edu/annual-security-reports) .
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster (https://affirmativeaction.psu.edu/files/2022/01/Federal-Contractors-Labor-Law-Poster.pdf)
PA State Labor Law Poster
Affirmative Action (https://policy.psu.edu/policies/hr11)
Penn State Policies
Copyright Information (https://www.psu.edu/copyright-information)
Hotlines
University Park, PA
CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process (https://pennstateoffice365.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSharing/EfiwgKReZ4VAjprFZPKWUm0Bq_sU3KzTmERfpryq0esPKQ) . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. (https://pennstateoffice365.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSharing/Eeys15Xva4hFokHVtbP1eGIB5i1WFLc-J3k9KHgrFYZ7mg) Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants (https://hr.psu.edu/sites/hr/files/Application_Process_for_External_Applications_Non-Penn_State_Employees_.pdf) .
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants (https://hr.psu.edu/current-employee/flexible-work-arrangements/out-of-state-notice?utm_source=workday&utm_medium=req&utm_campaign=Oct23&utm_id=out-of-state) .
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Summary
The University Park Undergraduate Association is searching for an individual to serve as the Part-Time Executive Director of Public Relations. This individual will oversee all organizational outreach, and matters of public relations, while serving as the liaison and spokesperson for the UPUA to the undergraduate student body.
Requirements
Plan and execute regular programming and outreach events with the objective of exposing students to the UPUA
Manage the UPUA Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook accounts, updating with relevant communications pertinent to the undergraduate student body
Attend external student organization meetings to convey information regarding the UPUA and to collect student feedback and needs
Lead weekly department meetings and successfully delegate tasks to subordinates
Work closely with representatives to advertise initiatives and programming events benefiting students
Building relationships with student organization partners and potential partners, offices, and the media
Ensuring our target audience is engaged and the message of the event is marketed properly
Creating engaging content for media releases, social media platforms, and newsletters
Act as primary support for members within the UPUA in regards to programming (event management and planning)
Serve as the chief spokesperson for UPUA, handling press inquiries and student inquiries as needed
Preferred Skills
Ability to deliver projects on tight deadlines
Experience planning and executing programming events
Creativity and the ability to think outside the box and innovate previous initiatives and projects done by representatives
Experience with updating websites and familiarity with the Squarespace platform
An outgoing and friendly person who is not hesitant to talk to every student on campus
Demonstrated enthusiasm and motivation to engage with the undergraduate student government (UPUA) in service to the student body
Efficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Comfortability with public speaking and engaging with students
Basic budget management skills to track spending on sponsorships, events, and marketing material
Anticipated Time Commitment
Minimum of 12 hours a week
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here (https://police.psu.edu/annual-security-reports) .
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster (https://affirmativeaction.psu.edu/files/2022/01/Federal-Contractors-Labor-Law-Poster.pdf)
PA State Labor Law Poster
Affirmative Action (https://policy.psu.edu/policies/hr11)
Penn State Policies
Copyright Information (https://www.psu.edu/copyright-information)
Hotlines
University Park, PA