Prison Creative Arts Project (PCAP) brings those impacted by the justice system together with the University of Michigan community for artistic collaboration, mutual learning, and growth. 

CEAL-Ride is a University car-sharing service that provides students enrolled in community-engaged courses with U-M-owned vehicles to drive to community sites. 

We are seeking a dynamic and organized Community Engagement Assistant to join our team and take on a vital role in supporting our publicity and marketing efforts, event coordinating, administrative responsibilities, and facilitating the CEAL-Ride transportation program. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, possesses excellent communication skills, and is passionate about contributing to the success of our organization and its various initiatives.

Responsibilities:

Marketing

• Assist in developing and implementing media publicity and marketing strategies to promote community events, initiatives, and programs
• Post and share PCAP events on social media and student group chats 
• Create engaging video and visual content for PCAP social media
• Collaborate with the marketing team to create engaging solicitations for business and allied organizations. 

Program Coordinating

• Plan and attend community events and engage with attendees to foster positive relationships and gather feedback.
• Assist in coordinating, scheduling, and logistics for events and exhibitions.  

Administration

• Monitor incoming emails and serve as a liaison between the organization and the public, partners, and stakeholders by responding to inquiries with the supervisor’s oversight.
• Ensure clear communication with partners, stakeholders, and community members regarding contracts, payments, and other administrative matters.
• Help facilitate the CEAL-Ride reservation process. Respond to questions about the CEAL-Ride transportation program.
• Provide administrative support as needed.

• Must have a work-study award for fall and winter semesters. (Work-study is not required for spring/summer.) 
• Additional experience/interest in administration, communications, community outreach, and/or clerical is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and Canva preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Must be reliable and responsible with a good attendance record. 
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Understanding of the local community and its diverse interests is beneficial.

This part-time position may require occasional weekend and evening availability to support community events. The Community Engagement Administrative Assistant will play a critical role in amplifying the organization's reach and impact while fostering meaningful connections with artists and the broader community. If you are enthusiastic about community engagement, marketing, and administrative support, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dedicated team.