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**Marketing - Full-Time, Tenure-Track Assistant Professor**

**Position Summary**

The College of Business at the University of Central Oklahoma (UCO), an AACSB-accredited institution, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Marketing Strategy to begin in August 2026.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence, an active and ongoing research agenda consistent with AACSB scholarly academic (SA) qualifications, and the ability to contribute to the service mission of the department, college, and university. Prior business experience in marketing strategy, professional sales, or related fields is preferred.

**Department Overview**

The Department of Marketing houses a dedicated faculty committed to providing transformative, applied learning experiences for undergraduate and graduate students. The department offers majors and minors in Marketing, Professional Selling, and related disciplines, while contributing significantly to UCO’s MBA and MSBA programs. Faculty actively support student organizations and professional development opportunities such as sales competitions, internships, and industry partnerships, reinforcing UCO’s reputation as a leader in preparing students for careers in marketing and sales.

**Essential Responsibilities**

Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Marketing Strategy and Sales, delivered through face-to-face, hybrid, and asynchronous online formats.

Develop and maintain an active research agenda that meets AACSB scholarly academic (SA) standards.

Contribute to curriculum design, assessment, and innovation in marketing education.

Provide student mentorship and engage in co-curricular initiatives such as student competitions, clubs, and experiential learning opportunities.

Participate in service activities at the department, college, university, and professional association levels.

Facilitate experiential learning through case studies, consulting projects, and strategic simulations with real-world organizations.

Engage with industry partners to bring strategic challenges into the classroom and foster collaborative research opportunitiesThe standard teaching load is four courses per semester, with potential course load adjustments available through a competitive research reassignment process.

**Required Qualifications**

A Ph.D. in Marketing or a closely related field, from an AACSB-accredited institution.

ABD candidates with a confirmed dissertation defense date prior to the employment start date will be considered.

Evidence of teaching effectiveness and the ability to meet AACSB Scholarly Academic (SA) qualifications. **Physical Demands:**

Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Marketing, Strategy - Full-Time, Tenure-Track Assistant Professor

**Position Summary**

The College of Business at the University of Central Oklahoma (UCO), an AACSB-accredited institution, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Marketing with expertise in Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to begin in August 2026. We are particularly interested in candidates whose background (teaching, research, or professional) demonstrates the integration of data-driven decision-making and emerging technologies like AI applications in Marketing.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching excellence, maintain an active research agenda consistent with AACSB scholarly academic (SA) qualifications, and contribute to the service mission of the department, college, and university. Experience in applying analytics and AI tools to solve marketing challenges is strongly valued.

**Department Overview**

The Department of Marketing fosters transformative, applied learning experiences across undergraduate and graduate programs. The department offers majors and minors in Marketing, Professional Selling, and related areas, while supporting UCO’s MBA and MSBA programs. Faculty collaborate with industry partners to provide students with exposure to real-world analytics projects, AI-driven tools, and experiential learning opportunities. The department also supports student organizations, competitions, and professional development programs that prepare graduates to lead in a data-driven business world.

**Essential Responsibilities**

Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Marketing Analytics, AI in Marketing, and related courses, using face-to-face, hybrid, and asynchronous online formats.

Maintain an active research agenda that advances knowledge in data analytics, AI in marketing, meeting AACSB SA standards.

Contribute to curriculum development by integrating emerging technologies, analytics software, and AI applications into marketing education.

Mentor students in academic and professional development, including data-driven projects, case competitions, and applied research opportunities.

Engage in service activities at the department, college, university, and professional levels.

Collaborate with faculty across disciplines (e.g., MIS, Business Analytics in the ISOM Department) to develop integrated learning experiences.

Lead experiential learning initiatives such as live client projects, AI-driven simulations, or case competitions.The standard teaching load is four courses per semester, with opportunities for course load reductions through competitive research reassignment.

**Required Qualifications**

A Ph.D. in Marketing, Business Analytics, or a closely related field, from an AACSB-accredited institution.

ABD candidates with a scheduled dissertation defense date prior to the employment start date will be considered.

Demonstrated ability to meet AACSB Scholarly Academic (SA) qualifications and evidence of teaching effectiveness. **Preferred Qualifications:**

Teaching, research, or industry experience in Marketing Analytics, AI in marketing, or related emerging technologies.

Familiarity with analytics platforms (e.g., Python, R, SQL, Tableau, Power BI, or AI-enabled marketing tools).

Active engagement with industry partnerships, professional organizations, or applied research collaborations.

**Physical Demands**

Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Marketing, Data Analytics &amp; AI - Full-Time, Tenure-Track Assistant Professor

The State of Oklahoma provides services to Oklahomans via roughly 30,000 state employees working across dozens of state agencies.

Industry: Government Administration
Company Size: 10,001+ employees

State of Oklahoma

**Job Posting Title**

Senior Purchasing/Procurement Manager

**Agency**

978 OKLAHOMA TURNPIKE AUTHORITY

**Supervisory Organization**

Controller Administration–Neal A McCaleb Transportation Building

**Job Posting End Date**

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

**Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)**

April 28, 2026

**Full/Part-Time**

Full time

**Job Type**

Regular

**Compensation**

**Job Description**

**Why join the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority?**

The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA) has been serving Oklahomans since 1947, managing and maintaining a modern, safe, and efficient turnpike system across the state. With a commitment to customer service and innovation, OTA plays a vital role in ensuring smooth and reliable travel for millions of motorists each year. As a part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a collaborative and supportive environment. OTA offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities for growth, making it an excellent choice to build your career in public service.

**Position Overview**

This is a full-time, in-office position located in Oklahoma City, OK.

The **Senior Purchasing/Procurement Manager ** oversees the agency’s procurement operations, ensuring all purchasing activities comply with the Oklahoma Central Purchasing Act and applicable policies. This role leads the full procurement lifecycle, supervises staff, manages competitive solicitations (RFQ, ITB, RFP), and partners with internal stakeholders to support efficient and effective purchasing.

The position also focuses on developing processes, training staff, maintaining vendor relationships, and driving continuous improvement to support the agency’s operational goals.

**Compensation**

This position pays $47.35 per hour ($98,500 annually).

**Primary Duties And Responsibilities**

- Lead and manage the full procurement lifecycle, including requisition review, sourcing strategy, solicitation development, evaluation, and award

- Oversee competitive bidding processes (RFQ, ITB, RFP) in accordance with Oklahoma statutes and agency policy and thresholds

- Supervise procurement staff and provide guidance on policies, procedures, and best practices

- Interpret and apply the Oklahoma Central Purchasing Act and related administrative rules

- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for procurement functions

- Train staff and end-users on procurement processes and system usage (e.g., ERP systems like Oracle Fusion)

- Leverage statewide and cooperative contracts when appropriate to maximize efficiency

- Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors, contractors, and service providers

- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define scope of work, specifications, and evaluation criteria

- Resolve vendor performance issues, disputes, and contract discrepancies

- Train and guide internal stakeholders on procurement processes to improve efficiency and reduce rework

- Identify process gaps and implement improvements to reduce delays in procurement cycles that could impact operations

- Foster a culture of collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement across divisions

- Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and compliance

- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

**Physical Demands and Work Environment**

This position works in a comfortable office setting with a computer for a large percentage of the workday. The noise level in the work environment is usually mild.

**Minimum Qualifications**

- Education and experience requirements consist of a bachelor's degree (preferably in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, or related field) plus four years of professional experience in business or public administration (purchasing/procurement experience preferred), including two years in a supervisory capacity.

- This position requires a Certified Procurement Officer (CPO) II. This certification will require ongoing training, and this individual will be required to keep up with this certification while in this role.

**Preferred Qualifications**

- Demonstrated experience with competitive bidding processes and contract management

- Strong knowledge of the Oklahoma Central Purchasing Act and OMES procurement procedures

- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle Fusion, PeopleSoft, or similar)

- Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

- Exceptional organizational, communication, and time management skills.

- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with team members, leadership and external stakeholders.

- Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.

- Demonstrated professionalism, sound judgment, and common sense in decision-making.

**Knowledge, Skills And Abilities**

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required to perform duties assigned at this level include knowledge of accounting principles and practices; of business and public administration; of supply and procurement laws and regulations; of personnel management practices; of managerial functions and techniques; and of the principles and techniques of supervision. Ability is required to maintain and report financial data; to direct and supervise the work of others; to communicate effectively; and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

**Benefits Highlights**

OTA is proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support eligible employees and their eligible dependents:

**Generous Annual Benefit Allowance:**

Up to $21,934 to help cover insurance premiums for employees and their families.

**Comprehensive Insurance Plans:**

A variety of options with no exclusions for pre-existing conditions.

**Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs):**

Pre-tax savings for healthcare and dependent care expenses. Retirement Savings Plans:

- Pathfinder Defined Contribution Plan: Employer matches 6% of a minimum 4.5% employee contribution (up to 7% if the employee contributes 7%).

- OPERS Defined Benefit Plan: Available for reenrollment to employees enrolled prior to November 1, 2015.

**Paid Leave:**

- 15 days annually during the first 1–5 years of service.

- 18 days annually for 5–10 years of service.

- 20 days annually for 10–20 years of service.

- 25 days annually for over 20 years of service.

- Sick leave: Accrued at 15 days per year.

- Paid Maternity leave for eligible employees.

**Holidays:**

Eleven paid holidays annually.

**Employee Discounts:**

Special rates with various vendors and companies.

**Longevity Payment:**

Monetary rewards beginning at two years of service to recognize dedicated tenure.

**Thrive:**

Empower Oklahoma State employees to improve & enhance their well-being.

OTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request.

**Equal Opportunity Employment**

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.

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Senior Purchasing/Procurement Manager

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Mission: 
Provide vital public engineering services in peace and war to strengthen our Nation’s security, energize the economy, and reduce risks from disasters.

Privacy Policy/Social Media Guidelines: https://www.usace.army.mil/SocialMedia/

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Vision: 
A GREAT engineering force of highly disciplined people working with our partners through disciplined thought and action to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to the Nation’s engineering challenges.

Industry: Armed Forces
Company Size: 10,001+ employees

US Army Corps of Engineers

**Announcement Type**

USAJOBS

**Locations (City, State)**

Tinker AFB, OK

**Position Overview/Duties**

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DOD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: This is an Interdisciplinary Architect/Engineer GS-0808,0810,0830,0850-12 position with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Tulsa District. This position is in Tinker AFB, OK. Management can fill the position in any series.

INTERDISCIPLINARY

**Job Posting Title**

Claims Review Specialist I

**Agency**

385 OKLAHOMA INSURANCE DEPARTMENT

**Supervisory Organization**

Insurance Department

**Job Posting End Date**

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

**Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)**

**Full/Part-Time**

Full time

**Job Type**

Regular

**Compensation**

Salary for a level I is $55,000, this position will be filled as a level I or II depending on education and experience.

**DEFINITION:**

**Job Description**

The Claims Review Specialist I is an entry-level position responsible for assessing and investigating consumer complaints and inquiries to ensure compliance with policy language and Title 36 regulations with a commitment to accuracy and detail. This role requires knowledge of all lines of insurance regulated by the Oklahoma Insurance Department.

**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:**

- Responsible for answering phone calls from the public regarding insurance questions on policies, procedures, and statutes.

- Provide technical knowledge, expertise, detailed information, and response to the public regarding various insurance questions and concerns.

- Conduct interviews with walk-in claimants to gather information and answer questions to assist claimant with filing a request for assistance. Explain process and procedures of consumer assistance division.

- Answer questions pertaining to the information submitted via feedback emails.

- Plan, organize and implement a course of action for each consumer case file to provide the most efficient, prompt, and effective response within the jurisdiction of the department.

- Review cases for contractual coverage and statutory violations under Title 36. Refer cases to appropriate areas – example: Legal, Fraud, Attorney General, Other outside agencies.

- Review and evaluate complaints for completeness. Document findings and maintain accurate coding and records through State Based System (SBS).

- Maintain effective communication with the consumer throughout the process. Serve as intermediary for the inquirer and provide direct contact with the insurer.

- Conveying responses to the consumer or explaining and facilitate the understanding of a response that may not be desirable.

- Work with senior team members to resolve discrepancies.

- Any other duties deemed necessary by the supervisor, including meetings, conferences, state of emergency issues, and outreach events and any necessary travel.

- Perform other duties as required.

**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:**

- Be knowledgeable of both Property and Casualty and Life and Health insurance lines.

- Be knowledgeable of insurance policies, insurance laws, and rules under Title 36.

- Possess skill in time management and decision-making.

- Initiate, implement and complete required tasks to resolve all insurance questions, concerns, or complaints.

- Ability to analyze information and identify errors. Exercise judgment in reviewing claim files; handle confidential work with tact and discretion.

- Maintain effective working relationships.

- Communicate effectively.

**EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:**

Level I- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience. Experience in the insurance field with account management or customer assistance, demonstrating evidence of knowledge and skills to perform the tasks of the job. Industry designation related to consumer assistance, CISR, considered a plus.

**DEFINITION:**

Under limited supervision, a Claims Review Specialist II analyzes and investigates Property and Casualty, and Life and Health consumer complaints and inquiries received by the Consumer Assistance/Claims Division of the Oklahoma Insurance Department.

**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:**

- Conduct interviews with walk-in claimants to gather information and answer questions in an effort to assist claimant with filing a request for assistance. Explain process and procedures of consumer assistance division.

- Answer questions pertaining to the information submitted via feedback.

- Any other duties deemed necessary by the supervisor, including meetings, conferences, state of emergency issues, and outreach events and any necessary travel.

- Serve as intermediary for the inquirer and provide direct contact with the insurer.

- Plan, organize and implement a course of action for each consumer inquiry to provide the most efficient, prompt, and effective response within the jurisdiction of the department. Maintain effective communication with the consumer throughout the process.

- Convey response to the consumer or explain and facilitate the understanding of a response that may not be desirable.

- Provide technical knowledge, expertise, detailed information, and response to the public regarding various insurance questions and concerns.

- Responsible for answering phone calls from the public regarding insurance questions on policies, procedures, and statutes.

- Backup to the Claims Processor Reviewer.

- Perform other duties as required.

**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:**

- Be knowledgeable of both Property and Casualty and Life and Health insurance lines.

- Be knowledgeable of insurance laws, rules, and policies.

- Possess skill in time management and decision-making.

- Initiate, implement and complete required tasks to resolve all insurance questions, concerns, or complaints.

- Exercise judgment in reviewing claim files; handle confidential work with tact and discretion.

- Maintain effective working relationships.

- Communicate effectively.

**EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:**

Level II- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience. Experience in the insurance field with account management or customer assistance, demonstrating evidence of knowledge and skills to perform the tasks of the job. Industry designation related to consumer assistance, CISR, considered a plus.

**NOTE:**

Upon hire, any applicant who is licensed as a producer/agent, adjuster or is otherwise affiliated with any entity that is regulated by the department must surrender their license and terminate any financial or non-financial affiliation with the entity that is regulated by the department. The selected applicant must pass a background check. Individual may be required to pursue NAIC designations as job duties require.

**TELEWORK:**

This position may be eligible for telework each week under OID’s Telework Program.

**To see a complete list of benefits offered by the State of Oklahoma to employees of the state click on the following link. **https://oklahoma.gov/omes/services/employee-benefits.html **Equal Opportunity Employer**

**Equal Opportunity Employment**

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.

If You Are Needing Any Extra Assistance Or Have Any Questions Relating To a Job You Have Applied For, Please Click The Link Below And Find The Agency For Which You Applied For Additional Information:

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Claims Review Specialist I

**Job Posting Title**

Grant Coordinator

**Agency**

385 OKLAHOMA INSURANCE DEPARTMENT

**Supervisory Organization**

Insurance Department

**Job Posting End Date**

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

**Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)**

**Full/Part-Time**

Full time

**Job Type**

Regular

**Compensation**

Salary $60,000

**Definition**

**Job Description**

The Grant Coordinator position is a new role that will serve the Oklahoma Insurance Department’s Strengthen Oklahoma Homes Program. The Grant Coordinator will be responsible for answering casework correspondence, interacting with all program stakeholders, developing verbal and written communications, and serving as a liaison with federal, state, and local agencies.

**Additional Duties And Responsiblitites**

-  Responsible for providing professional level support of grant management including project deliverables and financial reporting and oversight to Strengthen Oklahoma Homes grant recipients.

-  Provide technical assistance to grant applicants and recipients on programmatic guidance, state/federal regulations policies and procedures.

- Evaluate grant recipient casefiles for eligibility, completeness, and appropriateness.

-  Organize and participate in grant recipient monitoring via calls and field visits to document the status and performance of the grant recipient against established requirements.

-  Responsible for providing professional level program management support and technical support to the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS), certified Evaluators, and certified Contractors.

-  Receive, compile, and review applications submitted to the Strengthen Oklahoma Homes grant program.

-  Prepare and participate in mitigation and community-resilience briefings, presentations, trainings, and/or workgroups to support the delivery and effectiveness of the Strengthen Oklahoma Homes grant program.

-  Develop and maintain spreadsheets, databases, and information systems to respond to requests for information from applicants and stakeholders.

-  Responsible for supporting training and outreach efforts related to community resilience and mitigation programs for a variety of stakeholders.

-  Coordinates the evaluation and monitoring of grant funds.

-  Researches the availability of grants from private and public sources.

-  Writes and submits grant proposals for funding the program.

-  Completes documents and reports as required by the program.

-  Participate in training and continuing education keeping up to date on requirements by the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS), the programs IT Platforms and other potential updates or changes that may need to be addressed within the program.

**Education And Experience**

Bachelor’s degree in financial management (grant, contracting, claims management, budgeting); grant/contract management to include experience assisting in the development, negotiation, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of grants/contracts for federal, state, local governments, or private entities; and program/project management or administration.

No Supervisory role

**Skills And Abilities**

- Prepare and complete grant agreements, scopes of work and associated deliverables in accordance with grant guidelines.

- Review and analyze complex, technical materials such as federal and state laws and regulations.

- Utilize Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, SharePoint, or similar programs) to develop documents in support of program objectives.

**Note**

Upon hire, any applicant who is licensed as a producer/agent, adjuster or is otherwise affiliated with any entity that is regulated by the department must surrender their license and terminate any financial or non-financial affiliation with the entity that is regulated by the department. The selected applicant must pass a background check. Individual may be required to pursue NAIC designations as job duties require.

**Telework**

This position may be eligible for telework each week under OID’s Telework Program after initial training.

**To see a complete list of benefits offered by the State of Oklahoma to employees of the state click on the following link. **https://oklahoma.gov/omes/services/employee-benefits.html **Equal Opportunity Employer**

**Equal Opportunity Employment**

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.

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Grant Coordinator

**Position Overview**

This is a seasonal, regular student labor position, which serves as the Event Coordinator within the Housing & Dining food venue, Sidelines. This position requires heavy, physical and/or manual labor.

**Hours per Week**

5 hours per week.

Tuesday and Thursday evenings.

**College/Department Overview**

The Sideliners is an organization that focuses on student-led programming in Sidelines, a late-night dining option on campus. Popular events that are hosted at Sidelines include weekly karaoke nights, Just Dance events, watch parties and UFC fight nights.

**Department Specific Job Functions**

The Sidelines Student Event Coordinator is responsible for one of two regularly scheduled karaoke or trivia programming in Sidelines, as well as execution and post clean up and tear down.

Assist with marketing of karaoke/trivia.

Set up and test equipment prior to event.

Host/oversee karaoke/trivia Tuesday or Thursday weekly.

Clean up and shut down after the event.

Follow-up with Suites Hall Director and/or Facilities Director if any issues or suggestions arise.

**Enrollment Requirements**

**Fall/Spring Semesters **: All student employees must be enrolled at least half-time to be eligible to work any UCO student position. Half-time enrollment for fall/spring semesters is considered 5 hours for graduates and 6 hours for undergraduates. International students must be enrolled full-time to be eligible to work as a student employee. Full-time enrollment is 9 credit hours for graduates and 12 credit hours for undergraduates.

**Summer Semester **: Student employees working regular student positions must be enrolled in at least 3 credit hours to be eligible to work during the summer. Students not enrolled in summer classes must be enrolled in fall classes in order to work during the summer, but they (and the department) will be required to pay FICA taxes. Student employees working FWSP positions must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours (if undergraduate) or 5 credit hours (if graduate) in order to work during the summer in a Federal Work Study Program position.

**Enrollment Exception **: If the number of credit hours needed to graduate is less than the minimum number of hours required for student employment, the student must obtain a letter from their Academic Advisor (stating the number of hours needed to graduate and anticipated graduation date) and submit it to Human Resources. This pertains to both regular and Federal Work Study Program positions. Contact jobs@uco.edu for more information.

**Knowledge/Skills/Abilities**

Great communication skills.

Problem solving ability.

Ability to handle stress and remain calm.

Good customer service skills.

Dependable.

Punctual.

**Physical Demands**

Reasonable accommodation, in accordance with ADA requirements, may be made upon request to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Student Event Coordinator (Labor) - Sidelines

**Position Overview**

This posting covers several different positions with the VISTA newspaper: Editor-in-Chief, Digital/Managing Editor, Photographer, Sports Editor, Photo Editor, and Reporter.

**Hours per Week**

10-20 hours per week.

**College/Department Overview**

The Vista is a department within Mass Communication and was established in 1903 as the student newspaper of the University of Central Oklahoma and is the longest, continually published student newspaper in the state.

**Editor-in-Chief**

**Department Specific Job Functions**

Duties include guiding a Digital First approach and overseeing the weekly version of The Vista. This includes: acting as voice and face of the student newspaper, oversight of all other positions on the paper, oversight and management of layout and design, contributing articles for weekly content, acting as head editorial writer, and leading weekly staff meetings. **Digital/Managing Editor **:

The Managing Editor Will Assign Stories, Manage Assignments, Assist In Page Design, Coordinate Photography And Copy Edit Stories. In Addition, The Managing Editor Will Help Generate Story Ideas And Occasionally Report As NeededSports Editor

The managing editor will assign sports stories, manage assignments, assist in page design, coordinate photography and copy edit stories. In addition, the managing editor will help generate story ideas and report as needed.**Photo Editor **:

Duties include assigning and shooting events on and off campus for weekly photographic content. This includes: ensuring each story is assigned a photographer to provide art, ensuring each story has said art attached before publishing, communicating with staff to determine effective art, assigning and contributing photo-stories throughout the semester, ensuring proper layout and design needs are met for each photo before publishing, and other duties as assigned. **Photographer **:

The photographer will shoot assigned stories in a variety of subjects, including news, sports, activities and entertainment. **Reporter **:

The Reporter will interview, report, and edit stories/articles.

**Enrollment Requirements**

**Fall/Spring Semesters **: All student employees must be enrolled at least half-time to be eligible to work any UCO student position. Half-time enrollment for fall/spring semesters is considered 5 hours for graduates and 6 hours for undergraduates. International students must be enrolled full-time to be eligible to work as a student employee. Full-time enrollment is 9 credit hours for graduates and 12 credit hours for undergraduates.

**Summer Semester **: Student employees working regular student positions must be enrolled in at least 3 credit hours to be eligible to work during the summer. Students not enrolled in summer classes must be enrolled in fall classes in order to work during the summer, but they (and the department) will be required to pay FICA taxes. Student employees working FWSP positions must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours (if undergraduate) or 5 credit hours (if graduate) in order to work during the summer in a Federal Work Study Program position.

**Enrollment Exception **: If the number of credit hours needed to graduate is less than the minimum number of hours required for student employment, the student must obtain a letter from their Academic Advisor (stating the number of hours needed to graduate and anticipated graduation date) and submit it to Human Resources. This pertains to both regular and Federal Work Study Program positions. Contact jobs@uco.edu for more information.

**Qualifications/Experience Preferred**

Students studying mass communications are encouraged to apply.

A flexible schedule is a plus.

Must have great communication skills and be deadline driven.

**Knowledge/Skills/Abilities**

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Sensitivity of intercultural communication.

Good interpersonal skills.

Detail oriented.

Dependable.

Punctual.

**Physical Demands**

Reasonable accommodation, in accordance with ADA requirements, may be made upon request to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Regular Student Clerical - VISTA

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