Casual Staff - Office of the President

Yeshiva University

New York, NY

Part Time

Senior

52k-114k

16 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

A Casual Staff member for the Office of the President at Yeshiva University may act as a Writer, Scheduler, and Social Media support. The role involves supporting the Office of the President with various communication and administrative tasks within a dynamic academic environment rooted in Jewish thought and heritage. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and contributes to the university's mission of education, research, and societal impact.

Key Responsibilities

Project-based communications support
Drafting materials, op-eds, articles, and speeches for the Office of the President
Transcribing notes from speeches and developing articles as directed
Managing a project from start to finish, including setting up a timeline, incorporating edits, and proofing final materials for submission
Collaborating on projects, responding to feedback, and incorporating feedback in a timely manner
Managing deadlines and proactively communicating with others to ensure projects are on time and on track

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in English, communications, or journalism
5 to 7 years of professional work experience in writing, communications, or a related field
Superior writing, editing, and proofreading experience
Experience working on tight deadlines and presenting quality drafts
Experience writing for different audiences (internal, external, published articles)
Excellent writing and editing skills
Demonstrated ability to assimilate complex information and translate into compelling prose
Ability to maintain a trusted, confidential, and professional relationship with the University and external constituents

Nice to Have

Experience with different styles of writing, including speeches, scholarly Jewish articles, business, and donor communications
Experience with social media support
Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in English, communications, or journalism
5 to 7 years of relevant professional experience

Benefits & Perks

Opportunities for advancement
Supportive and stimulating workplace
Tangible employee benefits
Opportunities for professional growth
Work environment that prioritizes well-being and work-life balance

Working at Yeshiva University

Yeshiva University is dedicated to academic excellence, intellectual exploration, and the advancement of timeless values rooted in Jewish thought and heritage. The university fosters a diverse, collaborative, and intellectually engaging community that values ethics, innovation, and service. It emphasizes professional development, well-being, mutual respect, and making a societal impact through education and research.

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