Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $44,000.00 - $55,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
flexible schedule
hybrid work environment
Job Description
The University of Michigan's Department of Philosophy is a highly prestigious academic unit consistently ranked among the top philosophy doctoral programs in the nation and across the globe. With recognized excellence in various philosophical disciplines—ethics, epistemology, metaphysics, philosophy of language and mind, philosophy of science, aesthetics, and the history of Western philosophy from antiquity to the present—the department fosters a vibrant scholarly community dedicated to advancing human understanding and engagement with critical thought. Situated at the Ann Arbor campus, this department embodies the broader vision and values of the University of Michigan's liberal arts tradition, committed to fostering rigorous and... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, communication or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Demonstrated experience planning events including budget oversight and publicity
- Outstanding writing and speaking abilities suited to engage with scholarly research discourse
- Competence in assessing operational success and executing strategic modifications to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
Job Qualifications
- A minimum of four years of experience in administrative roles demonstrating increasing levels of responsibility
- Proficiency with a broad range of social media platforms including but not limited to YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn
- Proven graphic design abilities and expert-level skills with Adobe Creative Suite software
- Advanced proficiency in coordinating and supporting Zoom meetings and webinars including the capability to produce recordings of superior quality
- Excellent organizational skills with the capacity to execute project work as well as engage effectively within a team environment fostering a culture based on respect and collaboration
- Availability for a flexible schedule to accommodate the occasional need for evening and weekend events
- A demonstrated commitment to the values of diversity, equity, access, and inclusion within professional settings
- The ability to maneuver materials up to 25 pounds including moving to heights of 3-4 feet and placing them on various surfaces such as tables and carts
Job Duties
- Develop, create, and maintain a robust social media presence aimed at engaging students, faculty, and the broader community
- Work closely with faculty and staff to design and disseminate high-quality branding materials for multiple media channels
- Create and oversee marketing and event budgets with a view to cost-efficiency and high impact
- Spearhead alumni engagement and create communications to foster exceptional donor relations
- Produce and circulate the Philosophy Department's annual newsletter ensuring timely and informative updates
- Facilitate support for faculty and graduate students in planning and executing lectures, conferences, and other significant events
- Provide comprehensive event coordination including travel arrangements, venue booking, catering services, and technological requirements
- Oversee the recruitment, training, and supervision of student office assistants ensuring operational efficiency and quality support
- Manage the reception area with a focus on professionalism and departmental phone line communications
- Order office and event supplies
OysterLink supports restaurant and hospitality hiring.
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
You may be also interested in: