Graduate Assistant - Communication & Engagement
TO APPLY:
To be considered for this position, please submit 1) a cover letter; 2) a resume; 3) unofficial transcripts; 4) contact information for three references, 5) writing sample/diversity statement to cami.kottke.2@mnsu.edu.
APPLICATION CLOSE DATE: 8/6/2025
POSITION START DATE: 8/17/2025
RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DESCRIPTION:
RESPONSIBILITIES: (75%)
- Create marketing and promotional materials for Library & Learning activities (examples: social media postings, posters, flyers, etc.).
- Create content and help to manage Library & Learning’s social media accounts.
- Assist with design and look of the Library & Learning newsletter and assist with creating content, if necessary.
- Assist, plan, and promote outreach and engagement activities and programs.
- If appropriate, attend campus committee meetings (examples: Welcome Week Committee, Family Weekend Committee).
- Understand the overall mission and goals of Library Services.
- Assist other areas of Library & Learning as needed.
RESPONSIBILITIES: (25%)
- Assist the Accessibility & Inclusion Librarian with research and study on user experiences pertaining to services and resources offered by Library & Learning.
- Assist with assessment duties and responsibilities, including user experience.
- Study published literature on the topic of user experience (UX) in public spaces, to help identify where improvements are needed and how to implement those improvements within Library & Learning.
- Attend appropriate library-focused meetings, such as Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, Instruction, Administration, etc. and participate as a full member.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- A bachelor's degree
- Admitted to a Minnesota State University, Mankato graduate program by start date.
- Enrolled in a minimum of six (6) graduate credits per semester during assistantship, and in good academic standing.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Strong written communication skills with experience in technical, copy, and/or journalistic writing.
- Experience with creating social medial content for Facebook, Instagram, etc.
- Strong design knowledge and skills, including experience with using Canva and Adobe InDesign.
- Strong computer knowledge and skills.
- Experience in event planning, assessment, marketing, graphic design, qualitative or quantitative research, and/or curriculum development.
- Majoring in any of the following fields: public relations, communication, journalism, marketing, graphic design, mass media, social work, public administration, or public health.
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good time-management skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.
SALARY/STIPEND: Up to $10,000 plus tuition stipends, dependent upon availability of funds, period of appointment, and assignment. Appointments made after the tenth day of classes are not eligible for a tuition waiver.
RELATED INFORMATION:
Contingent upon satisfactory performance and available funds, there is a possibility that this appointment may be continued beyond the initial period of employment. Additional information about the library is available at https://library.mnsu.edu/.
Minnesota State System policy requires that graduate assistants must reside within the State of Minnesota for the duration of their appointment.
Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at www.mnsu.edu.
CONTACT
Cami Kottke, Administrative Assistant
Library Services
Minnesota State University, Mankato
601 Maywood Ave, ML 3104
Mankato, MN 56001
Phone: 507-389-5952
TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711
Email: cami.kottke.2@mnsu.edu
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Minnesota State University, Mankato has a long-standing commitment to diversity and is actively seeking to nurture and enrich its underrepresented communities. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. Requests for reasonable accommodation of a disability during the application and/or interview process should be made to the Office of Human Resources, 507-389-2015 (V), 800-627-3529 or 711 (MRS/TTY). This vacancy notice is available in an alternative format upon request. Minnesota State University, Mankato is an affirmative action/equal opportunity University and is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System.