Marketing and Communications Assistant

University invites applications to join Institutional Marketing and Communications as a full-time Marketing and Communications Assistant. We seek applicants who are creative, collaborative, and detail oriented. Central Connecticut State University is the first publicly funded university in the state. As we recently celebrated 175 years of academic excellence and innovation, please visit CCSU to learn more. About CCSU’s Institutional Marketing and Communications The office works collaboratively with offices and departments across the University to strengthen Central's brand, promote academic programs and initiatives, and communicate with internal and external audiences. Its work encompasses marketing and promotional campaigns, web content, graphic design, and brand management. The office also provides creative services and resources to ensure that the University materials are consistent, professional, and aligned with Central's brand standards. Position Profile The ideal candidate will provide graphic design and creative support for the University offices, departments, programs, events, developing print and digital materials that support the University's marketing and communications goals. Responsibilities will include creating and adapting flyers, posters, brochures, and other marketing collateral while working with internal clients to understand project needs, develop creative concepts, and prepare materials for print and digital distribution. Performs other duties and responsibilities related. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of and ability to apply federal and state laws and regulations as well as university and BOR/CSCU policies and procedures. Knowledge of and ability to apply best practices of designated unit and program. Ability to convene and collaborate with campus offices/departments and community resources. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Ability to handle complex tasks, meet deadlines, and prepare reports. Applicant Evaluative Criteria Applicant profiles and supplementary materials will be evaluated for appointment based on the following: Education: All applicants must possess a Bachelor’s degree. Experience and Training: Two (2) years of experience in writing, designing, editing, and developing communications for print and electronic publications. Credentials and/or experience comparable to the above may also be considered. Ideal Candidate Preference will be given to applicants with the following: High level knowledge of Creative Cloud - especially lnDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop, as well as Microsoft Office. To Apply To begin the application process, select the “Apply” button and electronically submit the following documents by November 24, 2026 . Please be sure that you explicitly discuss how your experience and skills match each required and preferred qualification. Please be aware that additional material may be required if selected for interview. Letter of interest addressing the qualifications for this position. Current Résumé Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. E-mailed and mailed applications will not be accepted. Please redact any personally identifiable information (i.e., Social Security Number, date of birth, marital status, country of origin) from any documents submitted. Inquiries may be sent to Lindsay Saganich, Search Committee Chair, at 860-832-1778 or lsaganich@ccsu.edu Compensation and Employee Benefits The Marketing and Communications Assistant is compensated at the Administrator II salary level in accordance with the State University Organization of Administrative Faculty (SUOAF) Collective Bargaining Union Agreement. For more information, please visit SUOAF . The State of Connecticut and Central Connecticut State University are proud to offer its employees competitive wages and a wide range of fringe benefits including voluntary and supplemental benefits. Fringe benefits include: paid personal, vacation and sick leave accruals; medical, dental, and prescription plans; group life insurance; retirement; retiree health care; tuition waiver for employee and eligible dependents at any of the Connecticut State Universities (Central, Eastern, Southern or Western) as well as an array of voluntary and supplemental benefits such as Deferred Retirement Contribution plans, Dependent Care Assistance and Medical Flexible spending accounts; long and short term disability insurance plans. For more detailed information, please visit CCSU Human Resources . As an affirmative action employer, Central Connecticut State University actively seeks and encourages applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.