Editorial Assistants support the editing of print and online materials to include newsletters, press releases, correspondence, marketing materials, fundraising proposals, reports, speeches, and other forms of internal and external communications. Work is assigned at the task level and performed under direct supervision. They work with increasing levels of independence as they gain more experience. The EVP-COO Fellow is a staff member in the Office of the EVP-COO, working on initiatives related ... more details
Editorial Assistants support the editing of print and online materials to include newsletters, press releases, correspondence, marketing materials, fundraising proposals, reports, speeches, and other forms of internal and external communications. Work is assigned at the task level and performed under direct supervision. They work with increasing levels of independence as they gain more experience.
The EVP-COO Fellow is a staff member in the Office of the EVP-COO, working on initiatives related to the EVP-COO’s highest priorities and carrying out essential duties related to the activities of the EVP-COO’s staff. The EVP-COO Fellow will conduct research, perform outreach and communications, and manage special projects as assigned by the EVPCOO’s Chief of Staff, and other members of the EVP-COO’s Office team. The EVP-COO Fellow reports to the Assistant Vice President and Chief of Staff to the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer.
Job Responsibilities Include:
- Conducts research and provides analysis related to the execution of the EVPCOO’s priorities and goals.
- Researches and analyzes issues in higher education for the EVP-COO’s review and use.
- Identifies and supports opportunities for the EVP-COO to engage with the University community, with a particular focus on opportunities for student interaction.
- Researches, coordinates, and drafts briefing and background materials for the EVPCOO and Chief of Staff in advance of meetings and events.
- Conducts research related to the EVP-COO speaking events and drafts talking points, in support of the Executive Director for Strategic Communications.
- Prepares presentation materials for the EVP-COO and Chief of Staff.
- Researches and drafts letters and correspondence for the EVP-COO’s Office; assists with tracking correspondence to ensure a coordinated and timely response.
- Collaborates with staff in the Office of the EVP-COO to coordinate and execute special projects.
- Serves as a liaison between the EVP-COO’s Office and other University departments for specific projects and assignments.
- In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
Position Compensation: $22.00 Hourly
This is a wage position which is not eligible for leave or other benefits and is limited to 1500 hours of work in a year. For more information, refer to the Wage Employment link: http://uvapolicy.virginia.edu/policy/HRM-029
To apply, please submit an application online at https://jobs.virginia.edu and attach a current CV/Resume and Cover Letter. Search on requisition number: R0062483.
The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. This position will also require an Education Verification.
Questions related to the application process may be directed to Brandi Shifflett, HR Specialist at (434) 243-4095 or brc2s@virginia.edu.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor's degree in English, Communications or related field. Recent graduates will be considered and are encouraged to apply.
Experience: At least one year of experience. Experience as a student will be considered.
Licensure: None
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.
The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.
