Student Communications Assistant (Fall)

Targeted salary of $11.00/hour, based on education and experience. Work schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

About the role

The NAS Student Communications Assistant will work under the supervision of the Native American Studies Chair and the Administrative/Financial Coordinator. This position supports departmental communications and outreach (social media, website, newsletters, flyers) and will also provide front desk-office support, customer service to students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Represent NAS in a welcoming, professional manner.
• Manage and post content to NAS social media accounts.
• Update NAS website content (announcements, pages, uploads).
• Create and distribute flyers and communication materials using templates.
• Compile and distribute the weekly NAS newsletter.
• Monitor and route messages from the NAS department email.
• Maintain spreadsheets for communications, events, and tracking.
• Answer phones, greet visitors, and direct inquiries.
• Sort and distribute mail; deliver daily mail to mailboxes.
• Assist with NAS events (set-up, take-down, check-in).
• Staff NAS tabling and outreach events.
• Run basic departmental errands and deliveries.
• Learn and use communication software and office tools.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in the Fall 2026 Term as an undergraduate student in good standing at the University of Oklahoma.
• Hiring contingent upon verification of current student status and a background check.

Required attachments: Resume, Transcript, Cover Letter (optional).

Communication Timing Expectations

• Weekly: Prepare and distribute department NAS newsletter.
• Ongoing: Post time-sensitive announcements across various platforms. Time-sensitive items include:
  • NAS events and last-minute updates;
  • Academic deadlines and forms;
  • Student opportunities;
  • Department notices and schedule changes.

Essential Functions

• Communicate clearly and professionally with diverse audiences.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Meet recurring, time-sensitive communication deadlines.
• Prioritize tasks with short turnaround times.
• Accurately maintain spreadsheets and records.
• Learn new communication tools with training.
• Stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Follow university policies and maintain confidentiality.