Position Introduction: The NAS Student Communications Assistant will work under the supervision of the Native American Studies Chair and the Administrative/Financial Coordinator. This position supports departmental communications and outreach (social media, website, newsletters, flyers) and will also provide front desk-office support, customer service to students, faculty, staff, and visitors. |
Required Education and Experience: Primary Duties and Responsibilities: - Represent NAS in a welcoming, professional manner.
- Manage and post content to NAS social media accounts.
- Update NAS website content (announcements, pages, uploads).
- Create and distribute flyers and communication materials using templates.
- Compile and distribute the weekly NAS newsletter.
- Monitor and route messages from the NAS department email.
- Maintain spreadsheets for communications, events, and tracking.
- Answer phones, greet visitors, and direct inquiries.
- Sort and distribute mail; deliver daily mail to mailboxes.
- Assist with NAS events (set-up, take-down, check-in).
- Staff NAS tabling and outreach events.
- Run basic departmental errands and deliveries.
- Learn and use communication software and office tools.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience: - Must be currently enrolled in the Fall 2026 Term as an undergraduate student in good standing at the University of Oklahoma.
- Hiring contingent upon verification of current student status.
Required Attachments: - Resume
- Transcript
- Cover Letter (optional)
Communication Timing Expectations: - Weekly: Prepare and distribute department NAS newsletter.
- Ongoing: Post time-sensitive announcements across various platforms.
- Time-Sensitive items include NAS events and last-minute updates; Academic deadlines and forms; student opportunities; department notices and schedule changes.
Essential Functions: - Communicate clearly and professionally with diverse audiences.
- Work independently and as part of a team.
- Meet recurring, time-sensitive communication deadlines.
- Prioritize tasks with short turnaround times.
- Accurately maintain spreadsheets and records.
- Learn new communication tools with training.
- Stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Follow university policies and maintain confidentiality.
Department Preferences: None |