Hybrid Temporary SISRM Communications and Programming Assistant at UChicago

Department

SSD Summer Institute- Staff and Temporary Employees

About the Department

The University of Chicago’s Summer Institute in Social Research Methods provides students with an accelerated training in theoretically-grounded research methodologies to better understand and develop more informed policy and program solutions to real-world problems. The immersive summer experience features a combination of classroom instruction, skills-building workshops, and hands-on research experience.

Job Information

Job Summary:

The Program Assistant will work with SISRM staff to execute a summer program for 80+ undergraduate students, and provide assistance with communications and various internal projects.

In this position, the Program Assistant will help execute a 10-week summer program, including 5 weeks of daily programming that includes weekly off-campus field trips in the Chicagoland area. In addition to programmatic duties, the Program Assistant will work closely with the SSD Communications staff to create a series of profiles and articles about SISRM, run SISRM social media and newsletter, and contribute to the SISRM annual report.

Responsibilities:

• Create student profiles, manage social media and newsletter
• Contribute to report writing
• Attend Daily workshops and aid with set up and clean up
• Edit videos and photos for SISRM promotional materials

Competencies:

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a wide array of populations, including faculty, staff, students, and guests
• Able to work independently, effectively prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines
• Enjoys creative projects and has a desire to learn new skills
• Demonstrates flexibility, eagerness to collaborate, and confidence to learn new systems
• Capacity to handle sensitive and confidential information with tact and discretion
• Strong proofreading and writing skills are essential; graphic design and video editing experience is a plus
• Experience using Microsoft Office and the suite of Google tools is essential; experience with Adobe Creative Suite, email distribution software (such as MailChimp), social media platforms a plus

Additional Responsibilities

Education, Experience and Certifications:

Education:

• High School Diploma

Required Documents:

• Resume

Job Family

Temporary Staff

Scheduled Weekly Hours

30

Drug Test Required
 

No

Health Screen Required
 

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
 

No

Pay Frequency

Hourly

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

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FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

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Pay Range

$20.00

The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Benefits Eligible

This position is not eligible for benefits.

Posting Statement

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