July 2009 Archives

Communications faculty member Jack Ciak passed on this information:

[A] listing in Pennsylvania Career Link on the Commonwealth Workforce Development System (cwds) for a 25 hr / week position open in North Huntington for a technical writer to “create articles for a newsletter on financial education.” This PT job is unusual in that it has benefits included.

  Required skills include PC desktop publishing, email, graphics, web design, browser and word processing software.

  I’ve sent it to my Comm advisees, students who were in my corp writing and PR classes last year, and recent graduates. It could be a great opportunity for a student to get on the job experience and obtain funds to support themselves while in college or grad school.

  The job order #  is 638915. It’s been listed since 6/10.

Seton Hill University has a part-time opening for a Coordinator, Internet Communications for E-Magnify. This position will support the Center’s overall marketing communications activities, with primary emphasis on the virtual services delivery component through the e-magnify.com.

The primary responsibilities include maintenance and continued development of the Center’s services delivery through the web site, including issuance of a bi-weekly electronic newsletter, monthly web statistics, and web positioning strategies (as required). Secondary responsibilities include support of the Center’s general marketing and advocacy efforts and fund development activities, and implementation of other virtual initiatives. Tactical implementation will be in keeping with the Center’s annual business plan and the overall strategic direction of the University.

A bachelor’s degree in writing, journalism, communications, or related field and 3-5 years of appropriate work experience within the communications and/or Internet marketing profession is required. Strong writing skills and computer-related skills, including a proficiency in web-based communications, are necessary. The incumbent must excel in both written and verbal communications and must be able to travel within the University community and externally. Knowledge of the regional women’s business ownership market and resources available to this population is a plus. Additional skills and experience with web-based marketing, including social networking media and use of Dreamweaver is highly desired.

This position reports directly to the E-Magnify Director and requires management of multiple external contractors. This position may also supervise work-study students and interns. This position will interface with all Center staff members, University support staff and the Pittsburgh District SBA Office to ensure a unified and consistent Center-wide marketing communications effort.

Interested and qualified applicants should send letter of interest, resume, and three references by August 5, 2009 to: Jayne Huston, Director, E-Magnify, Seton Hill University, Box 389F, Greensburg, PA 15601 or to info@e-magnify.com (include “Resume - Internet Comm.” in the subject line). Position will remain open until filled.

Seton Hill University is committed to a faculty, staff and student body that reflect the diversity of our global population. AA/EOE