Marketing Assistant

Marketing Assistant

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Position Details

Proposed Start Date	11/16/2026
Classification Title	Publications Editor
Working Title	Marketing Assistant
Department	310501 - IOA Inst Aging Office
Position Number	D90549
Representation	OP - SEIU/OPEU Local 503
Position FTE	.25 (up to 10 hours per week, but effort will vary depending on business needs)
End date, if applicable	06/30/2027

Position Summary

Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept	The Institute on Aging is part of the College of Urban and Public Affairs.
Position Summary	This position works with Oregon Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health & Aging (OCEBHA), its related programs, and program managers to create marketing and communication documents. Duties include maintaining the OCEBHA website, posting to different social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram), facilitating website edits, creating email templates through MyEmma, creating a monthly newsletter, and creating marketing materials. Responsibilities include: Post to social media weekly and advance planning of these posts, in collaboration with team leadership Monitor the OCEBHA website Design and update marketing materials as requested Create flyers, brochures, banner stands, social media posts, newsletters Create and maintain design elements for research reports and other materials Identify content for and draft the OCEBHA monthly newsletter Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners. More than 20,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation This is an on-call, intermittent and limited duration position. Article 45 (Sections 7-12) and Article 32 of the SEIU collective bargaining agreement refer.
Minimum Qualifications from Classification	-Four years of experience as an editor reviewing and correcting written materials for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and syntax errors and modifying copy to conform to standards of style, length and ease of understanding. Note: A Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, or related field may substitute for two years of the required experience.
Additional Minimum Qualifications for this Position	Understanding of how to tailor digital and print design to a target audience Experience with website editing and/or design Ability to learn new platforms, tools, and design requirements. Examples include MyEmma, PSU’s website builder, and digital accessibility concepts Effective oral and written communication skills Ability to prioritize and manage projects with competing deadlines Ability to work on projects with minimal supervision
Preferred Qualifications	Experience with using MyEmma and Canva Strong understanding of both digital and print design Experience with website design Undergraduate degree
Key Cultural Competencies	Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences. Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds. Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement. Adheres to all PSU policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship	Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours	Monday to Friday, up to 10 hours per week. Hours will vary depending on the business needs.
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement	The starting salary rate for this position will be between $22.84 and $26.20 per hour. The starting salary may be negotiable above this range, however it will be dependent upon the knowledge, experience, skills and abilities of the chosen candidate, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR. This on-call intermittent position is not eligible for benefits.

Application Instructions

Additional Information	The position is on-call, intermittent and limited duration per Article 45 (Sections 7-12) and Article 32. This position may be renewed, contingent on funding.
Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.)	Please list the names, telephone numbers and email addresses for three professional references.
Background Check Required	Yes
If you have questions	Please email the Institute on Aging at [email protected]

Search Details

Posting Close Date
Application screening begins	10/19/2026

Supplemental Questions

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1. * Please briefly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications for the Publications Editor classification "Four years of experience as an editor reviewing and correcting written materials for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and syntax errors and modifying copy to conform to standards of style, length and ease of understanding." A Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, or related field may substitute for two years of the required experience.

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2. * Please name the specific field in which you received your Bachelor's degree. Please enter N/A if you do not have a degree.

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3. * How did you first find out about this position?
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   • HERCJobs
   • Urban League of Portland
   • Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber
   • Oregon Employment Department
   • Social Media
   • Person Referral
   • Career Builder
   • Glass Door
   • Other - Please describe in the next Question
4. If you selected Other, please describe.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Professional References

Optional Documents