Communications and Events Coordinator (Open Rank – Intermediate or Senior Level) - 34494 University Staff**Description****University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus****Department: Office of Diversity Equity Inclusion and Community Engagement****Job Title: Communications and Events Coordinator (Open Rank – Intermediate or Senior Level)****Position #:00824639 – Requisition #:34494****Job Summary:****Key Responsibilities:**Communications Responsibilities:+ Collaborates with key ODEICE staff to develop and disseminate the ODEICE monthly newsletter, the LGBTQ+ Hub bi-weekly newsletter, and the weekly Community and Campus Connections newsletter.+ Social Media Management, creating meaningful and engaging content on social media platforms, including writing and editing social media posts, improving engagement, and promoting social media campaigns+ Ensures social media content adheres to standards and policies for content release+ Produces and maintains a social media content calendar+ Report quarterly analytics on social media accounts+ Develop, enhance, and maintain program-specific websites. This includes regularly updating existing content, generating new content, creating blogs, and cross-linking to other sites, events, and news+ Identify and pitch story ideas to the University-level communications teamMarketing/Events Responsibilities:+ Create and execute meetings and events to advance strategic objectives, in close collaboration with the Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Community Engagement (ODEICE).+ Coordinate event and meeting logistics and ensure all vendors, materials, and staff are aligned with project management plans+ Coordinate vendors for catering, event décor, audio-visual, event-related design and printing projects, entertainment, etc., working within established event budgets+ Organize ODEICE staff members, students, volunteers, speakers, entertainers, and vendors in the planning and execution of events+ Manage, track, and report out on the event budgets+ Transport event supplies to off-site events+ Assist in the physical set-up of events which may include moving tables, chairs, and boxes other duties as required+ Management of on-site production of the event and post-event details+ Coordination and management of event volunteers (including training)+ Create briefing materials for leadership and colleagues+ Conceptualize, procure, track, and maintain inventory of premiums+ Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related tasks and special projects as requested**Conditions of Employment:**+ Lift/push/pull up to 25 lbs.+ To transport event supplies to off-site events, this role requires a personal vehicle or the ability to drive a vehicle. A personal vehicle might be required if supplies would be too large to transport on public transit.+ In support of events, this role will need to be able to walk and stand for long periods of time, bend, stoop, kneel, crawl, and climb ladders.+ Must be willing and able to work after hours and/or on the weekend on occasion.**Work Location:****Why Join Us:****Why work for the University?**+ Medical: Multiple plan options+ Dental: Multiple plan options+ Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision+ Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay+ Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year+ Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)+ Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)+ Holiday Days: 10/year+ Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses+ ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service**Diversity and Equity:****Qualifications:****Minimum Qualifications:**Intermediate Professional:+ A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.+ Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.+ One (1) year of professional marketing, communications and event planning experience.Senior Professional:+ A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.+ Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.+ Two (2) years of professional marketing, communications and event planning experience.**Preferred Qualification:**+ Three (3) years of professional experience in higher education (or a comparably complex organization), marketing, public relations or related field.+ Experience planning high-profile events.+ Experience managing communications, including content creation, social media management preferably in higher education.**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:**+ Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and community+ Ability to manage all aspects of event planning and related finances+ Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and meet frequent deadlines+ Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally+ Professional experience in marketing/communications in a higher education setting+ Ability to promote effective working relationships (both within and outside the organization) to accomplish objectives and build team support+ Outstanding customer service skills; sets high standards and seeks way to improve service+ Proficiency with Microsoft Suite, especially Outlook, Excel, and Word.+ Experience in Social Media Management+ Demonstrated ability to perform search engine optimization+ Demonstrated creativity and problem-solving skills.+ Self-starter with the ability to work independently and in a team environment.+ Strong attention to detail+ Ability to prioritize and successfully manage numerous tasks at one time+ Experience with troubleshooting issues and recommending solutions**How to Apply:**1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position2. Curriculum vitae / Resume3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address**Screening of Applications Begins:****Anticipated Pay Range:**_or hiring range_**ADA Statement:****Background Check Statement:****Vaccination Statement:****Job Category****Primary Location****Schedule****Posting Date****Unposting Date**Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency (obelephant.com/)The Marketing, Events and Communications Specialist develops and executes marketing and communication plans that support the mission and key priorities of the Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Community Engagement and its subsidiary programs. This position will develop and maintain social media and website design and content, general campus wide communications, marketing and reporting materials and collateral, and organize and manage campus wide events.Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of at least 3 days per week on campus in Aurora, CO and as needed for in-person meetings and events.We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including: There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage (om/get\_redirect.php?id=5510396&targetURL=u.edu/) .The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnically minoritized individuals, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.For full consideration, please submit the following document(s): Questions should be directed to: Brooke Baker at Brooke.Baker@cuanschutz.edu (om/get\_redirect.php?id=5510396&targetURL=Brooke.Baker@cuanschutz.edu)Immediately and continues until the position is filled. For best consideration, please apply by August 26th, 2024.The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as: Intermediate Level: $50,185 - $60,000 Senior Level: $54,254 - $63,000 The above salary range () represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level. Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line. Total Compensation Calculator: u.edu/node/153125 (om/get\_redirect.php?id=5510396&targetURL=u.edu/node/153125)The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu (om/get\_redirect.php?id=5510396&targetURL=hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu) .The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases (om/get\_redirect.php?id=5510396&targetURL=dc.gov/vaccines/schedules/downloads/adult/adult-combined-schedule.pdf) . If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program (om/get\_redirect.php?id=5510396&targetURL=uanschutz.edu/ehs/home/divisions/occupational-health/oh-enrollment) .Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References : Communication : Hybrid Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 21901 - ADM Diversity Equity Inclusion : Full-time : Aug 9, 2024 : Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Brooke Baker Posting Contact Email: Brooke.Baker@cuanschutz.edu (om/get\_redirect.php?id=5510396&targetURL=Brooke.Baker@cuanschutz.edu) Position Number: 00824639jeid-01298e16bcbc3745bc517680ee3adf41The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
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