State of Colorado · 3 months ago
Internal Communications Specialist .75 FTE.
Pueblo, CO
Part-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$38K/yr - $48K/yr
2+ years expState of Colorado is seeking an Internal Communications Specialist to enhance communication and collaboration within the university. The role involves overseeing communications, developing strategic communication plans, and assisting with various campus events.
GovernmentNon Profit
No H1B
Responsibilities
Build collaborative relationships with university partners and departments to assist with communication needs and strategic communication planning
Develop and oversee comprehensive communication plans that align with institutional initiatives, special projects, events, and issues
Work closely with administration, colleges, campus internal divisions/units on messaging and initiatives that are important and impactful toward the university’s mission and issues
Monitor submissions, design, and disseminate weekly campus wide communications. Monitor public information email, respond to inquiries, send approved messages to campus stakeholders through information email when necessary
Assist with updating Wolfpack Weekly website and assisting with writing and updating content regularly
Work with Admissions on communicating enrollment events, important deadlines, and announcements to current students utilizing various methods (text, emails, social media, posters, banners, etc.)
Communicate important campus information and updates from HR, Office of Financial Management, Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Auxiliary Services, and the President’s Office. This position must collaborate with individual departments to ensure timely and effective communication
Assist with campus events including Commencement, grad fairs, Employee engagement events, Enrollment Events, State Fair, and related community events as needed
Monitor commencement and public information emails and text line and reply to questions and concerns
Represent MCCR at university meetings and committees
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from accredited institution
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and project management software such as Monday.com
Demonstrated writing skills and effective communication skills with various stakeholders both internal and external
Critical thinking skills, attention to detail, ability to effectively manage several projects simultaneously
Knowledge of Wordpress, Cascade, basic web design and content management
At least two years of experience working in a professional communications role
Experience in a position that required the proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously adapting to changes in communications priorities
Experience in a position that required excellent interpersonal/listening and verbal/written communication skills
Experience in a position that required sophisticated understanding of the implications of how strategic communications protects and enhances brand, reputation and relationships
Preferred
Master's degree from an accredited institution
Demonstrated understanding of organizational structures of campus life and related events and departments including athletics, alumni, and general campus operations
Proficiency with marketing automation platforms such as Constant Contact, Mailchimp, etc
Bilingual: Spanish/English
Knowledge of various levels of university systems and culture
Experience interacting with senior leadership and boards
At least two years of experience working in a higher education setting
Benefits
Medical and prescription insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible benefit plan
Basic term life insurance
Voluntary term life and AD&D lnsurance
Long-term disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Travel accident insurance
Voluntary critical illness and accident insurance
Annual and sick leave
Retirement plans
Employee and dependent tuition discounts
State employee discounts via BenefitHub
Other incentives include various on-campus event, recreation, and meal discounts.
Company
State of Colorado
State of Colorado is a non profit organization.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jeanni Stefanik
Chief Financial Officer
Alan Salazar
Chief Strategy Officer for Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper
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