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Communications Program Assistant (Stone Valley Area)
Penn State’s Nature Center—Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center—is looking for an organized, dedicated, and responsible Communications Program Assistant to support the Center’s strategic marketing and communication goals. This position has responsibilities across many program areas at Shaver’s Creek, helping to promote the Center and its image to a diversity of populations, including over 650 members, 2,000 undergraduate students, 10,000 school children, and 20,000 annual drop-in visitors and event participants.
This position works closely with the Communications Program Director by assisting in the execution of a cohesive marketing plan to achieve strategic goals and promote the Center’s visitor center experience, internship opportunities, research initiatives, and many programs, courses, festivals, and fundraising events. The Communications Program Assistant provides support in maintaining and developing the Center’s positive image in the community and across the Colleges, the University, Pennsylvania, and the nation.
The Communications Program Assistant contributes to a rich visitor experience at the Center by developing interpretive exhibits, wayfinding signage, and a vibrant social media presence within the framework of an Interpretive Plan. The position must also adhere to University editorial guidelines and visual identity standards.
This position typically requires a bachelor’s degree or higher, as well as 2+ years related experience with an array of digital media creation, manipulation, and management; writing, layout, and copy editing; curation of social media platforms; and basic film editing. The candidate must also be comfortable answering phones, as well as enjoy interacting with the public as a representative of the Center. Candidates should demonstrate reliability, have proficiency with the Adobe Creative Suite, and possess a strong environmental ethic consistent with the mission of Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center.
This position requires the following clearances: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.
This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion 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, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.
Please submit a cover letter, resumé, and a link to a digital design portfolio of past work to be considered.
Job posted May 25, 2021
