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Job Number - 1
Department Name and Location - Center for English as a Second Language
% of Time - 25%
Job Description - The Center for English as a Second Language is seeking a marketing major with experience working in social media and blogging. Additional duties will be helping with marketing activities in CESL, participating in some CESL activities, communicating with prospective international students for CESL and SIU, and helping collect and prepare marketing materials for shipments abroad. Candidate will also be able to help analyze marketing data. There will also be other duties as assigned. This is a 25% assistantship. Not all vacation periods will able to be taken.
Qualifications -
In order to be considered for this position, candidates must:
- be an unconditionally admitted graduate student at SIU;
- be comfortable working in an international environment;
- should be organized, have excellent English communication skills;
- be proactive and motivated;
- have experience working with social media and blogging;
- have knowledge of tracking and reading marketing statistics;
- be willing to participate in CESL activities.
- Fluency in a second language (Southeast Asian languages or Portuguese)
Time Period of Position - May 12, 2013 to May 9, 2014
How to Apply - Send cover letter, resume, names and contacts for two (2) references, and sample media pages (facebook, blog, twitter, etc).
Cheryl Ernst, Director CESL Faner Hall 3242 Mailcode 4518 Southern Illinois University Carbondale, IL 62901 Email: cernst@siu.eduDeadline to Apply - Position open until filled
Number of Positions - 1 - 2
Job Number - 2
Department Name and Location - Student Center Craft Shop Room 33 A Lower level of the Student Center SIUC Campus
% of Time - 25%
Job Description - This position is an Assistant to the Coordinator of the Student Center Craft Shop. Hours include some evenings and weekends. Main responsibilities include the supervision of ceramic shop, ceramic, and wood shop, and frame shop, activities including adult and children’s workshops and outreach programs, assisting with picture framing program, slip casting , concrete and plaster casting. In absents of supervisor provides general management of the Craft Shop. This position orders supplies, recruits participants, runs and maintains equipment and facilities. This position requires participation in some major University events and open houses. This position must monitor staff members in the above positions. Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications - This position requires a high degree of knowledge in ceramics, clay bodies, glaze chemistry, slip casting, electric kiln operation/maintenance and or Picture framing and matting other art related subjects equipment, wood working and repairs. The ability to work with the public in customer relations, teaching skills, retail skills, and supervisory skills are required. General arts and crafts knowledge. Teaching skills, work with small groups of participants.
Time Period of Position - August 15 2013 – May 15 2014
How to Apply - Please Send resume to:
Student Center Craft Shop C/O Ron Dunkel Mailcode 4407 Southern Illinois University, Carbondale Il 62901 No phone contacts. Can email to craftshp@siu.eduDeadline to Apply - April th 30 2013 or until filled.
Number of Positions - 2
Job Number - 3
Department Name and Location - Recreational Sports and Services; Student Recreation Center
% of Time - 50%
Job Description -
Recreational Sports and Services is seeking an individual for our Membership and Sales area.
Major responsibilities are to monitor staff and daily sales operations for efficiency and adherence to department policies and procedures. Assist in managing, supervising, communicating and leading the daily operations regarding RSS memberships (4500 memberships and over $700,000 in annual productivity). Assist in facilitating the special membership category and records. Manage and maintain the facility management software point of sale and ID membership cards. Support Customer Service Sales attendants with membership related inquiries, concerns, and questions. Contribute to overall marketing of facility and programs. Maintain and update membership database with the most accurate information
Qualifications -
Required Qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree in recreation, business, communication or sport management, related field
Preferred Qualifications: Management skills, accounting principles and procedures
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
- Ability to correspond with a diverse population
- Good communication skills both orally and verbally
- Customer service background
- Needs to be detail oriented
- Have a full understanding of the various programs services offered by Recreational Sports & Services
Time Period of Position - August 5, 2013 - May 9, 2014
How to Apply - All candidates must submit the following for any consideration:
- Letter of application indicating your position(s) of interest
- Professional resume (including any copies of current certifications)
- 3-5 professional references
- Copy of a current transcript that must indicate existing GPA
Please send (vis US mail or email) all application materials to:
RSS GA Search Attn: Dee Donaldson Recreational Sports and Services 300 East Grand Avenue Carbondale, IL 62901 Email: ddnldson@siu.eduDeadline to Apply - Position open until filled
Number of Positions - 1
Job Number - 4
Department Name and Location - Intercollegiate Athletics. Lingle Hall. MC 6620
% of Time - 50%
Job Description -
Southern Illinois University Athletics Department located in Carbondale, Illinois is accepting applications for the Marketing and Promotions Graduate Assistant position. The graduate assistant will provide support and assistance to all 18 athletic teams at SIU working with the Assistant Athletic Director of Marketing and the Deputy Athletics Director.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist in all aspects of marketing Saluki Athletics. Oversight of the Junior Salukis youth fan club, the Dawg Pound student fan group as well as aggressive student marketing.
- The position will oversee production and execution of promotions, game scripts and game management at volleyball, women’s basketball and softball; develop marketing plans for volleyball, women’s basketball and softball that will help boost attendance and ticket sales, increase exposure, and enhance the game day fan experience.
- Serve as a representative of the athletic department in generating season, group and single game ticket revenue.
- Assist with planning and implementation of game promotions; design collateral pieces for SIUSalukis.com, local newspaper, and other mediums.
- Assist with social media efforts and provide new and creative ways of marketing Saluki Athletics.
- Provide oversight of the Saluki Marketing Accredited Internship Program and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications -
Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, advertising or related field. Candidate must possess excellent organizational and communication skills and a willingness to work evenings and weekends.
Experience working in sports marketing or event management at the collegiate or professional level and graphic design capabilities with Adobe Suite preferred.
Time Period of Position - August 1, 2013 – Spring 2015
How to Apply -Acceptance into graduate school at Southern Illinois University is required before candidate can officially be offered position. This is a two-year graduate assistantship starting in August 1st, 2013 and ending in the spring of 2015.
Send cover letter, resume and a list of three references to
Steve Sowers, Assistant Athletic Director – Marketing ssowers@siu.edu, fax 618-453-5152 1490 Douglas Drive MC 6620 Carbondale, IL, 62901 Applications will be accepted until position is filled.Deadline to Apply - May 17
Number of Positions - 1
Job Number - 5
Department Name and Location - Office of the Registrar. Woody Hall A110
% of Time - 50%
Job Description - Assist students with transcript ordering. Manage phone calls and walk in questions regarding transcripts. Will provide information on policy and procedures to students, advisors and staff.
Qualifications - Must be a graduate student in good standing. Excellent oral and written communication; can work collaboratively and independently and has good time management skills.
Time Period of Position - Summer 2013
How to Apply - Submit resume and letter of interest to:
Rachel Emig Assistant to Director of Registrar’s Office Woody Hall A110 Mailcode 4701 Southern Illinois University Carbondale, IL 62901 Or Email: regstrar@siu.edu*Qualified applicants will be contacted for personal interview.
Deadline to Apply - Open until filled
Number of Positions - 1
Job Number - 6
Department Name and Location - SIU Alumni Association / Alumni Services. 1235 Douglas Drive, Colyer Hall, Carbondale, Illinois 62901
% of Time - 50% - 20 hours per week
Job Description -
- The SIU Alumni Association is looking for a motivated self-starter to assist the Director of Member Services with Association marketing, membership campaigns, and events.
- Undergraduate degree in either marketing and integrated marketing communications is required. This position will be responsible for coordinating the marketing flight plans, assisting with campaign development, and execution.
- Event coordination experience is preferred.
- Preference will be given to candidates who will be able to hold position for at least one year.
Qualifications -
- Bachelor’s Degree in marketing, advertising/integrated marketing communications, public relations or related field.
- Experience in conducting research in marketing and communications.
- Ability to work nights and weekends as necessary.
- Experience in event coordination is a plus.
Time Period of Position - Start: Fall 2013
How to Apply - Send resume to: the Director of Member Services, Tim Marlo at 1235 Douglas Drive, Carbondale, Illinois, 62901 or via email at timm@alumni.siu.edu
Deadline to Apply - May 27, 2013
Number of Positions - 1
Job Number - 7
Department Name and Location - SIU Alumni Association / Alumni Services. 1235 Douglas Drive, Colyer Hall, Carbondale, Illinois 62901
% of Time - 50% - 20 hours per week
Job Description - This position will assist the Assistant Director of Student, College and Constituent Relations.
Main responsibilities include coordination of the Association’s Extern program (marketing activities, database management, and administrative duties); participation in University, Association events, and open houses; analyze and compile survey results; deliver public presentations to RSOs and Open House guests; utilize Student Alumni Council volunteers; event or meeting scheduling; data gathering; and other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications -
- Unconditional Admittance to the Graduate School at SIU Carbondale
- B.S. in education administration, management, business, communication, or related field preferred
- Experience with basic software such as MS Office Suite
- Should be organized and detail-oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills
- Should be able to work nights and weekends as needed
Time Period of Position - June 23, 2013 – May 16, 2014
How to Apply - Submit a cover letter, resume, and names of 2 professional references to tlashner@siu.edu
Deadline to Apply - Until the position is filled
Number of Positions - 1
Job Number - 8
Department Name and Location - SIU Alumni Association / Alumni Services. 1235 Douglas Drive, Colyer Hall, Carbondale, Illinois 62901
% of Time - 50% - 20 hours per week
Job Description -The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in the preparation of the SIU Alumni Association’s informational tax return. This position will also be responsible for reconciling accounts for the SIU Alumni Association as well as other duties related to accounting for the Association.
Qualifications -
- This position is strictly limited to students enrolled in the M.Acc. program.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
- Must be very organized, detail oriented and able to multitask.
Time Period of Position - Summer, Spring, and Fall Semesters
How to Apply - Apply by submitting your resume electronically to Tim Marlo at tmarlo@siu.edu
Deadline to Apply - May 27, 2013
Number of Positions - 1