Located in Milwaukee, Wis., Marquette University has two openings:
Office Associate
Full-time position available to support the administrative functions of the university’s Office of Marketing and Communication, as defined by the vice president. Position is responsible to distribute and post news releases to the web; maintain appropriate filing systems; regularly update media list; produce and distribute announcements for hometown newspapers; coordinate data collection for key communication publications; record all media placements, broadcast and print, including the estimated value of broadcast clips; process the billing and distribution of the electronic and print clipping services; provide scheduling support as requested; draft and/or proofread occasional correspondence and other duties as assigned.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required (some post high school courses is preferred), along with previous administrative support experience. Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Outlook, Filemaker Pro is essential. Knowledge of Macromedia Contribute and Topica helpful. The ability to learn new software programs and new versions of existing software is also essential. Good typing skills (45WPM minimum) and good proofreading skills. Must have excellent organizational skills, be pro-active in communicating with other staff in the department and throughout campus, have strong interpersonal and phone skills, be willing to take direction as well as take the initiative to work independently, and work in a team environment.
Please specify the position(s) for which you would like to apply by including the job title. General interest applications/resumes are not accepted. Send your cover letter and resume to: Marquette University, Human Resources, P.O. Box 1881, Milwaukee, WI 53201-1881 or via fax at 414-288-7425 or e-mail at jobs@marquette.edu.
Writer/Editor
The writer/editor in the Office of Marketing and Communication will write articles for university publications and web sites; coordinate the development of publications, including writing, editing and project management; and develop overall communication plans to promote programs and initiatives. Will work closely with design team to develop concepts and select photography. May collaborate with freelance consultants on various projects.
Candidate will have three to five years of experience, bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field, proven record writing in-depth feature articles, editing magazine-style publications, translating needs of customers into print, and implementing official editorial styles and policies. References and writing and editing samples required. Candidates will complete a writing test. Please send a letter of application, samples and resume to: Joni Moths Mueller, Office of Marketing and Communication, Marquette University, P.O. Box 1881, Milwaukee, WI 53201-1881, or resume@marquette.edu. AA/EOE
