Advancement (GOLD College) – Graduate Assistant

Position Summary

Assist in the development and implementation of classes, services, and events within the GOLD College program at Southwest Minnesota State University.

Qualifications

• Must be admitted and enrolled in a master's program at Southwest Minnesota State University
• Must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or above throughout the period of employment
• Must have demonstrated excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Must have the ability to work independently as well as with volunteers
• Experience in desktop publishing, graphic design, and web publishing preferred
• Motivated individual with a positive attitude and strong work ethic

Responsibilities

• Assist with marketing, promotions, and facilitation of the GOLD College program
• Develop marketing strategies to engage current and prospective GOLD College attendees
• Assist with scheduling classrooms and coordinating course offerings each semester
• Handle the registration process from beginning to end
• Design marketing concepts such as flyers, ads, posters, signs, brochures, and other projects
• Develop text for print and web publication
• Develop communication strategies and materials
• Compile statistical information on marketing initiatives and report as necessary
• Conduct evaluations and benchmarking on the GOLD College program
• Participate in recruitment initiatives
• Assist with events within the Advancement team as well as support for the Alumni Association

Clientele

Adult community members seeking lifelong learning and social connection opportunities.

Application Information

Include a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcript, and the names and phone numbers of two references.

Compensation

$10,000 plus a full-year tuition waiver.

Apply To

Jasmine Desmet
Director of Alumni Relations & Outreach
Alumni Association, Southwest Minnesota State University
1501 State Street
Marshall, MN 56258

For inquiries about the position, contact the Director of Alumni Relations at Jasmine.DeSmet@SMSU.edu or (507) 537-6820.

University & Community

Southwest Minnesota State University is one of seven universities in the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. SMSU prioritizes excellence in teaching and preparing students to be lifelong learners through quality undergraduate teaching and advising, and close student-faculty relationships. Its mission, dating back to 1967, is to provide access to university-level programs in liberal arts and professional studies. The University has a special commitment to the educational needs of the people in its service region, reflected in its curricula, cultural programs, diverse staff and student body, and cooperative relationships with the public and private sectors and regional institutions. The 216-acre campus encompasses 24 modern, interconnected, and accessible buildings. Marshall (pop. 14,000) is the hub of a rich agricultural area and offers a variety of cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities.