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Texas A&M AgriLife Extension

<div>Job Title
Digital Content Student Assistant
Agency
Texas A&amp;M Agrilife Extension Service
Department
Marketing and Communications
Proposed Minimum Salary
$13.00 hourly
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Student Worker
Job Description
About Texas A&amp;M AgriLife
Texas A&amp;M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&amp;M University System members:<ul><li>
Texas A&amp;M AgriLife Extension Service</li><li>
Texas A&amp;M AgriLife Research</li><li>
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&amp;M University</li><li>
Texas A&amp;M Forest Service</li><li>
Texas A&amp;M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory</li></ul>
As the nation&rsquo;s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&amp;M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&amp;M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&amp;M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.
Click here to learn more about how you can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world!
Position Information
The Digital Content Student Assistant, under general supervision, will support Texas A&amp;M AgriLife Marketing and Communication&rsquo;s event promotion process from start to finish.
The student worker will create event advances, select appropriate image(s) to accompany both the event advance and calendar entry, upload event advance and images to WordPress, develop calendar entry and aid in the distribution of event advance to media channels via Cision. This role is open only to current Texas A&amp;M University students.
Day-to-day activities will vary and you may be asked to help with other tasks and working collaboratively with team members on projects.
All AgriLife Marketing and Communications student workers complete a project aligned with the AgriLife Marketing and Communications strategic plan, creating a small-scale campaign or initiative using the PESO model. Projects vary by role and may be implemented in real-world applications, providing portfolio-ready work.
Key Responsibilities<ul><li>
Draft clear and concise event advances from information submitted for inclusion on AgriLife Today and the LiveWhale calendar.</li><li>
If needed, coordinate with individuals who submit events to request additional information.</li><li>
Upload information to the LiveWhale calendar, ensuring accuracy of event time, location, description and tags.</li><li>
Select photos from the Marketing and Communication&rsquo;s photo shelter for inclusion with calendar entry and event advance.</li><li>
Resize selected photos to meet guidelines for the LiveWhale calendar.</li><li>
Upload event advances for publication to AgriLife Today using the WordPress platform.</li><li>
Once events are published to the calendar and added to AgriLife Today, send links to the individual who submitted the event.</li><li>
Aid in distribution of event advances to relevant media using the Cison software platform.</li><li>
Use of team&rsquo;s content management systems effectively for project management.</li><li>
Other duties as assigned.</li></ul>
Minimum Qualifications<ul><li>
Current undergraduate or graduate student at Texas A&amp;M University pursuing bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Communications, Digital Media, Journalism or related field.</li><li>
Strong writing, editing and proofreading skills.</li><li>
Familiarity with WordPress and the LiveWhale calendar platform.</li><li>
Ability to balance multiple projects and meet deadlines.</li><li>
Professional verbal and interpersonal communication skills.</li></ul>
Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>
Coursework or experience in communications, journalism, marketing or related fields.</li><li>
Understanding of AP style and accessibility best practices.</li><li>
Familiarity with Texas A&amp;M University&rsquo;s LiveWhale platform.</li></ul>
What You Need To Know
Rate of Pay: $13.00/hour
Applicant Instructions
Include a Resume, Cover Letter, and References with your application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution&rsquo;s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution&rsquo;s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.</div>

Digital Content Student Assistant

<div>Job Title
Resource Specialist I
Agency
Texas A&amp;M Forest Service
Department
Olive District
Proposed Minimum Salary
$20.45 hourly
Job Location
Woodville, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
The Resource Specialist provides support to District Operations to ensure all programs offered by the agency are administered within the District.<div> 
Responsibilities: 
<ul><li>Supports District Forester with delivery of Field Operation programs. Tasks may include: preparation of tract and stand maps, collecting property and stand data, direct interaction with clientele, drafting of management plans, capacity building, conservation education, fire prevention and special projects. Serve as a wildland firefighter and/or emergency responder on a statewide basis. Duties will include operation of heavy firefighting equipment, use of hand firefighting tools and perform ground reconnaissance on wildfires.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li> 
Employee must manage and account for assigned credit cards, vehicles, and equipment. Vehicles and equipment must be maintained in good working order and properly serviced.</li></ul></div><ul><li>Employee must meet and annually maintain a physical fitness standard which includes successfully completing a two-mile walk in 30 minutes or less with a 25-pound pack and obtaining required NWCG training and Red Card Certification. Employee will carry a communication device to facilitate 24-hour availability. Will be required to respond to dispatcher within 30 minutes of receiving an emergency call, notification, or alert.</li></ul><ul><li>Will require operating heavy equipment with related exposure to equipment vibrations and noise. Will require exposure to harsh environmental conditions such as wind, sunlight, rain and temperature extremes. Will require walking long distances, standing for extended periods, twisting, bending, reaching, kneeling, and lifting and carrying heavy objects. Will require driving a motor vehicle for long distances. Will require operating computers with monitors for extended periods of time. Must meet annual physical fitness standard. May require working long hours with minimal rest in primitive conditions. May result in exposure to emotionally stressful situations for extended periods of time. Will become eligible for additional out-of-state duty in accordance with wildland Fire Qualification System Guide (PMS 310-1) by meeting applicable fitness levels.</li></ul><ul><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul>
Benefits: Texas A&amp;M University System strives to support the health and wellness needs of our diverse workforce. Texas A&amp;M Forest Service offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off and health and lifestyle programs as well as educational incentives and tuition reimbursement opportunities. Some additional benefits include the ability to accrue compensatory time off, overtime on emergency response and a physical fitness incentive of $500 for passing the arduous test (walk three miles wearing a 45-pound pack in 45 minutes or less) each year.
Education and Experience: 
Required Education: High school graduate or equivalent.
Preferred Education: Graduate with a 2-year natural resources related technical degree 
Required Experience: None
Preferred Experience: Similar position with company or agency. 
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 
Required Knowledge: PC-based programs and software. 
Required Skills: Good oral and written communication skills.
Required Ability: Multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
Preferred Ability: Ability to utilize GIS/GPS programs. 
Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses: 
Required: Valid Texas CDL Class A or ability to obtain one within 180 days of date of hire.
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Applicant Instructions:</h1>
Resume is REQUIRED to be uploaded to application. References are required to be entered in the secondary questionnaire section of the application. Certifications are preferred to be uploaded to the application. Documents/certifications can be uploaded in the &quot;My Experience&quot; page in the &quot;Resume/CV section. More than one document can be uploaded; just click the &quot;Upload&quot; button for each document. Documents can only be loaded at this time and cannot be uploaded once the application is submitted. If there are any issues uploading documents, please contact 979-458-6690. Please check your spam folder in case more information is sent in regards to this position.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution&rsquo;s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution&rsquo;s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.</div>

Resource Specialist I

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