Student Communications Assistant '26

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WHEN DOES THIS POSITION BEGIN (AND END, IF APPLICABLE?

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JOB PURPOSE:

Law School Communications needs a student to assist the Associate Dean in research and writing tasks. This position requires someone who is able to research and write well. The position reports to Judy Asbury, Assistant Dean Communications and External Relations.

Core competencies for the job: Excellent writing skills, ability to tell a story in writing, excellent verbal interviewing skills, CMS systems understanding, a current law student, 2L preferred.

Preference given for: Prior experience in journalism, social media, blogs and/or publishing. Skills in web system Live Whale, social media, and photography desired.

CURRENT LAW STUDENTS PREFERRED

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the supervision of the director, specific job responsibilities may include:

• Research and write news stories
• Update content on website
• Assist with photography and/or video needs
• Assist with social media posts
• Proof-reading and copy editing
• Ability to honor and work with all identities and individuals, particularly those who are underrepresented in the country and/or at Lewis & Clark College.

SCHEDULE:

• Up to 10 hours per week

• Times and days worked is flexible as student schedule allows

• Office hours are Monday - Friday 9 AM - 5 PM

RATE OF PAY:

• $18.00 /Hour

WORK STUDY REQUIREMENT:

• No Work Study requirement

• .Critical Thinking: Identify and analyze problems, evaluate solutions, and make informed decisions.
• Professionalism: Demonstrate responsibility, dependability, and ethical behavior in the workplace.
• Technology: Use of new technologies to improve efficiency and productivity of work

Lewis & Clark College adheres to a nondiscriminatory policy with respect to educational programs, activities, employment, and admission.  We do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, sex, religion, age, marital status, national origin, the presence of any physical or sensory disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, and local laws.  The Associate Vice President of Human Resources has been designated to handle inquiries regarding employment- and disability-related non-discrimination policies.  Title IX inquiries may be directed to the Title IX coordinator or deputy Title IX coordinators.

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Reasonable Accommodation

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. 

Eligibility to Work
In order to comply with US Homeland Security Department regulations, all employees must complete an I-9 form in Workday prior to or no later than the first day of work and bring originals (no photocopies) of their supporting documentation to Human Resources no later than the 3rd business day of employment. Failure to have a completed I-9 form on file with the College will result in immediate termination of employment.