Job Title
Online Engagement Assistant, Temporary
Job Opening ID
275857
Location
Ann Arbor Campus
City
Ann Arbor
State
MI
Regular/Temporary
Temporary
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Mode of Work
Mobile/Remote
Job Title
OFFICE MISC (TEMP)
Appointing Department
OUD Marketing
Posting Begin Date
04/06/2026
Posting End Date
04/09/2026
Salary From
15.00
Salary To
15.00
Date Closed
 
FLSA Status
Nonexempt

Job Summary

 

Our team is responsible for the execution of digital communications and supporting fundraising programs with a special focus on driving engagement via social media, online communities, and crowdfunding programs.

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented online engagement assistant to join our team and collaborate with us on marketing efforts. We need someone with curiosity and inspiration, talent, passion and an eye for design; someone who can support and enhance our ?Leaders and Best? brand via social media and digital channels.

Responsibilities*

 
  • Supports the implementation of comprehensive communications and social media plans

  • Authors, when necessary, editorial content for social media

  • Seeks opportunities to maximize donor/supporter engagement through social conversations and stewardship

  • Supports the design of online digital elements, as needed

  • Supports digital fundraising efforts

  • Provides research and cataloging support

  • Supports special projects

  • Assists with presenting consistent, timely reporting on digital performance through the gathering of social media metrics

  • Assists with administrative support for the team, as needed

Required Qualifications*

 
  • Strong writing skills

  • Careful attention to detail

  • Ability to set and manage priorities, while handling multiple assignments and deadlines

  • One to two years of related experience creating content for digital platforms including Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn

  • Familiarity with social media channels and trends

  • Passion for the University of Michigan and development

Desired Qualifications*

 
  • Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and InDesign

  • Working knowledge of Adobe Express

  • Experience creating visual social media content including still photography, short form vertical video for reels, Instagram carousels and highlights

  • Willingness to be the ?star? of social media video content for the Leaders & Best social media channels, as needed

Modes of Work

 

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

U-M EEO Statement

 

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.