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Communications Graduate Assistant - Undergraduate Admissions

Oakland University
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OAKLAND UNIVERSITY

Graduate Assistant for Student Recruitment: Undergraduate Admissions



Job Description General Summary:

The Graduate Assistant for Communications is an Oakland University graduate student position working within the office of Undergraduate Admissions. We are seeking a highly motivated and organized Graduate Assistant to support our team in a dynamic, hands-on role. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assisting with a variety of tasks including but not limited to communications, social media management and inventory management. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain experience in these areas while contributing to the operations of our department. The Graduate Assistant will report to the Assistant Director of Communications and the Assistant Director of Campus Visits and  hold several key responsibilities.

 Essential Duties:

  • Communications Support
    • Assist with creating and editing external communications through various mediums
    • Support the planning and execution of communications strategies
  • Social Media Management
    • Help with the management and scheduling of content across social media platforms (ex: Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok)
    • Monitor social media channels for engagement, respond to inquiries and track feedback
    • Assist with developing and implementing content strategies to increase engagement and visibility
    • Create and curate content with compelling content, including text, images and video
    • Analyze and report on social media metrics and trends to refine strategies
  • Inventory Management
    • Maintain accurate records of publication materials
    • Help with the organization of inventory storage and ensuring items are appropriately labeled and cataloged

Additional responsibilities include: 

  • Assist with the planning and implementation of all undergraduate recruitment programs including: daily campus tours, Saturday tours, special group visits, Transfer Open House, Discover OU, Go for the Gold, Welcome Receptions, Grizzly Story Visits, Are You Ready for College?, Transfer Tuesdays, College Credit Advising Days & Academic Visit Days.
  •  Support the development and delivery of on-campus events and programs for high school and community college counselors.
  •  Assist the Assistant Director of Campus Visits and Office Assistant with programming efforts including the negotiation and reservation of facilities, catering, housing and other logistics for recruitment programs, on and off campus as needed.
  •  Manage the day-to-day operation of the campus visit program including the creation of staff schedule, the facilitation of group visits and campus tour greetings
  •  Assist with the supervision of student ambassadors who assist in day-to-day operations of Undergraduate Admissions
  •  Assist in the hiring, training and supervision of student staff.
  •  Advise prospective students and family members via the Visit (visit@oakland.edu) email account.
  •  Monitor the effectiveness of student ambassador members and student personnel issues (time-reporting, goal-setting, and performance management).
  •  Prepare ambassador training and weekly materials and oversee on-going training for general and campus tour specific customer service, for general, group and special tours.
  • Manage strategic communication with students, parents, counselors, faculty, staff, students and alumni, including email, print, and social media.
  •  Assist with the inventory, maintenance and distribution of admissions recruitment materials.
  •  Assist the Assistant Director of Campus Visits and Office Assistant to create and update program materials including invitations, program agendas, evaluations, and supplies.
  •  Establish cooperatively, with internal and external colleagues, the schedule and coverage for programs and tours, as appropriate/assigned..
  •  Represent the University, its missions, policies, and procedures, benefits and features to a broad range of constituents in person, on the telephone, and/or via email.
  •  Design recruitment presentation materials and resources consistent with the Undergraduate Admissions mission and goals.
  •  Maintain detailed reports of campus visits and evaluations to determine overall success of programs and events.
  •  Meet regularly with your supervisor to provide updates, monitor performance, and seek guidance.
  •  Occasionally assist with prospective student appointments, high school visits, and college fairs.
  •  Understand and respond to general campus, program, admissions, application, financial aid (including need and merit-based aid), and recruitment questions posed by callers, visitors or emails.
  •  Refer students & parents to appropriate departments for assistance.
  •  Familiarity with Oakland University and its organization, mission, commitments, structures, programs
  •  Other duties as assigned

Contract period: Winter 2026 semester and renewal for 2026-2027 academic year. Summer 2026 employment may be available. Contract renewal available each new year in Graduate program. Renewal dependent on job performance and supervisor consideration. 

Tuition:

Tuition (eight credits per semester or a total of 16 credits) will be compensated. Any additional credits and class fees, including books, will be the responsibility of the student. 

Compensation:

Students will receive a pay check (via direct deposit if desired) on the last business day of each month for the duration of the assistantship. Equivalent to $18.25/hr stipend. Raises in stipend available based on seniority.