AY SGA Secretary of Marketing & Communications (WS-NST2)

Job Title: Student Government Association - Secretary of Marketing and Communications

Classification: Student Employee (non-exempt)

Name and Address of Employer: St. Olaf College 1520 St. Olaf Ave Northfield MN 55057

Department Name: Student Government Association (SGA)

Unit Number (5 digits): 15204

Length of Position: See Employment Authorization

Contact Person/Supervisor: Director of Student Activities

Wage Range: $13.00-14.00/hour

Description of the Position: (Purpose of the Position):

The Secretary of Marketing and Communications is responsible for developing and implementing a strategic marketing and communications plan for the Student Government Association as outlined in the most updated version of the Student Government Association bylaws.

Transferable Skills:

• Graphic Design

• Team Management

• Strategic Planning

• Internal and External Communication

• Time Management

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee all SGA publicity.

• Work closely with the SGA Executive team to ensure efficient publicity and compliance with SGA style guidelines including developing and facilitating SGA Marketing training in the Fall.

• Create posters brochures and other materials as requested.

• Identify marketing priorities and develop PR campaigns (using print web special events etc.) to advertise events and initiatives of SGA.

• Appoint an SGA Marketing and Communications Team and lead them in creating marketing materials and web content.

• Collaborate with the SGA President SGA Vice President and other relevant SGA leaders to establish marketing guidelines for big events and coordinate marketing efforts for special campaigns.

• Assist in the selection and training of the next SGA Secretary of Marketing and Communications in collaboration with the incoming SGA President and Vice President including completing a transition report.

• Maintain three weekly office hours in the Office of Student Activities (BC 108)

Qualifications: (Education/Experience/Skills)

• Graphic design skills

• Familiarity with or ability to learn programs within the Adobe Creative Suite or Canva.

• Ability to meet deadlines

• Competent communication and collaboration skills.

• Strong leadership and teamwork abilities.

• Must be of sophomore standing or higher at the time in which the position is assumed.

• Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.

• Must not be found in violation of any St. Olaf policies.

This job description is for general information purposes. It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position. This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College with or without prior notice.