Content Creation Assistant (# 370348)

About the Job

The primary role of the Content Creation Specialist is to
execute and support efforts to increase awareness, knowledge and interest in the University of Minnesota Rochester (UMR). This position will
effectively and creatively communicate UMR news and information to key stakeholders and will distribute information to reach target
audiences through UMR’s website, social media channels, email newsletters, media relations and and additional communication
platforms.

Open to discussion about remote work.
This role is not eligible for H-1B or Green Card sponsorship.

Duties and
Responsibilities
Content Creation and Internal Communications

• Develop, compile, edit and send internal and external communications
  including a weekly e-newsletter, event invitations, external e-newsletters, formal communications and ad hoc communications.
• Write,
  edit and proof internal and external communications, utilizing Associated Press (AP) style guidelines.
• Assist in managing the
  universities internal communication channels, such as emails, newsletters and print pieces
• Ensure internal communications messages
  are consistent across all mediums.

Qualifications

Required

• Experience or working knowledge of
  internal and external communication channels
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Strong understanding of AP style
  guidelines.

Preferred

• Pursuing a degree in communications, marketing, journalism, English or a related
  field.
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Be creative and strategic in amplifying stories
  through internal/external communications vehicles.
• Willing to innovate, experiment and try new things.
• Utilize strong
  organizational skills and attention to detail while being able to juggle multiple tasks in a professional manner.
• Model UMR values
  of respect, diversity and inclusivity, community, evidenced-based decision making, and human potential.

About the
Department

The University of Minnesota Rochester (UMR), located in downtown Rochester, serves nearly 1,200 students and
recently welcomed its largest class ever in fall 2025. Faculty and staff are dedicated to innovative education, student development and
applying research to enhance learning every day. With a strong focus on health sciences and student-centered learning, UMR partners closely
with Mayo Clinic and emphasizes research-driven teaching to meet the evolving demands of the health care industry.

Pay and
Benefits

Pay Range: $17.00 per hour

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service,
Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To
be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an
online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by
accessing your “My Job Applications” page and uploading documents in the “My Cover Letters and Attachments” section.

To request an
accommodation during the application process, please e-mail [email protected] or call (612)
624-8647.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in
enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and
retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in
its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status,
disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about
diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment
Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is
that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from
employment.

About the U of M

The University of Minnesota Rochester (UMR)

At the
University of Minnesota Rochester, our vision is to transform higher education through innovations that empower graduates to solve the grand
health challenges of the twenty-first century. UMR prepares students for a broad spectrum of career pathways including pre-med and patient
care; psychology and mental health; business and leadership; health technology; public policy and global health; and research, discovery,
and cures.

The campus community serves almost 1,000 undergraduate and graduate students in the heart of downtown Rochester and
continues to grow in size and influence through creative partnerships. At UMR, relationships and research drive student success. Learn more about UMR.

The University of Minnesota is proud to be recognized by
the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America’s Best Employers (2015,
2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019,
2022-24).