Department
IU INDY SCHOOL OF EDUCATION (IN-EDUC-IUINA)
Department Information
The Indiana University (IU) Indianapolis School of Education (SoE) is committed to examining our collective role in improving the human condition. We develop leaders, educators, and counselors equipped to critique and disrupt longstanding inequities and address the changing dynamics in urban educational contexts. Through community-engaged research, teaching, and service, we seek to positively impact youth and adult learners in educational systems and serve the welfare of communities through engagement in strategic alliances to promote equitable, just, culturally relevant, and sustaining practices in teaching and learning.
Job Summary
Through their work in this position, the student will become acquainted with the following Profiles of Undergraduate Learning:
Department Specific Responsibilities
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Learns to become better communicators through building relationships with their supervisor, the School of Education Faculty, Staff, Students, and the University Community through their interactions. There is potential for students to be involved with faculty research and research presentations.
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Practices critical thinking, evaluative and analytical skills through engagement the SOE community and the larger IU Indianapolis community. This includes answering student questions about programs in the SOE or being able to direct students to the correct faculty or staff member.
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Shares their thoughts and ideas with staff, faculty and their supervisor.
- Through the critical aim of the SOE, students will learn about the ways that the voices of socially marginalized and oppressed groups can be uplifted and centered, and how the mechanisms that oppress them can be dismantled.
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Develops and executes communication strategy for SoE with the help of the Digital Media Specialist.
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Composes, types, and edits material for SoE events, social media, and website news stories.
- Prepares written materials that promote the SoE mission.
- Monitors content for a variety of communications channels and formats.
- Integrates established brand guidelines and campaign parameters.
- Uses social media to strategize evolving trends and update current marketing applications based on that information.
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Works under the close supervision of the Digital Media Specialist.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Required
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High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
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2 years of increasingly responsible related experience, or any equivalent combination of related education and experience.
SKILLS
Required
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Specialized knowledge of writing and editing for social media and marketing purposes.
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Working knowledge of computers.
- Ability to effectively give direction when conducting written or video interviews.
- Skill in social media posting and writing for marketing materials.
- Ability to effectively meet and communicate with the public and donors.
- Ability to make independent judgments which have minor impacts on the organization.
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Skill using Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, and Canva programs.
Working Conditions / Demands
Physical Demands
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The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This role involves remaining in a stationary position for extended periods while actively participating in meetings and digital communications. Occasional movement across the workspace is required, as well as the ability to handle tools, technology, and materials necessary for daily operations.
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The employee must occasionally move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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The work is performed primarily in an office setting. The noise level in the work environment is moderate.
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The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
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The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
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Computer (including Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, Canva), minimally use camera or video equipment if necessary.
Additional Information
Application Materials:
To apply for this position, prepare the following:
Updated resume (Required)
Portfolio of relevant work (Not required, but encouraged)
Cover letter (Not required, but encouraged)
Work Location
IU Indianapolis Campus
Advertised Salary
$15.00 per hour
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
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Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
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Health savings account with generous IU contributions
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Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
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Basic group life insurance paid by IU
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Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death and dismemberment insurance
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Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
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Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
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Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
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10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
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Generous paid time off plans
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Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
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Employee assistance program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.
Job Classification
Career Level: Part Time Employee
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Part Time Employee
Job Family: Part Time Employee
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This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
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