Position Responsibilities: The assistant will assist with the communications components of the Pathways Program, a transfer program for arts and humanities assistants at Brightpoint Community College and Reynolds Community College who are transferring to VCU. The assistant will assist with the weekly newsletter, webpage, correspondence, publication articles, program promotion, social media and other communications. The assistant will also help with behind-the-scenes administrative work for the Program Director.
Required Qualifications: Attention to detail and excellent written communication skills are essential, as are willingness to learn new technology and ability to participate in Zoom meetings. Assistant must be comfortable and capable of working independently. Knowledge of platforms that are used for communications (Canvas, WordPress, Constant Contact, Google Suite) required. Associate degree required.
Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience with the operations of grant-funded programs. Previous experience as an administrative and/or communications assistant. Flexible schedule.Job Specific Physical and Cognitive Requirements:
Physical Demands
Lift lifting (<20 lbs.): marginal
Standing: marginal
Sitting:essential
Repetitive motion: essential
Walking: marginal
Reaching: marginal
Bending: marginal
Emotional Demands
Fast pace: essential
Average pace: marginal
Multiple stimuli: essential
Intense customer interaction: essential
Frequent change: essential
Mental/Sensory Demands
Memory: essential
Reasoning: essential
Hearing: essential
Reading: essential
Analyzing: essential
Logic: essential
Verbal communication: essential
Written communication: essential Salary Range: $15.34 Position Details:Department: Mellon Pathways Program, CHS Office of the Dean
Employment Type: H1 - Hourly
Restricted Status: Yes
FTE: .70
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Contact Information:Contact Name: Janelle MarshallContact Email: marshalljk@vcu.eduContact Phone:
