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NEOGOV · 2 months ago

Internal Communications Specialist .75 FTE

Pueblo, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$38K/yr - $48K/yr

2+ years exp

Colorado State University Pueblo is a comprehensive state university dedicated to providing relevant professional coursework and superior instruction. The Internal Communications Specialist will enhance communication and collaboration within the university by developing strategic communication plans and overseeing campus-wide communications.

GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware

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

Strategic communication planningProject management softwareWordpress knowledgeWriting skillsBilingual Spanish/EnglishInterpersonal skillsAttention to detailExperience in higher educationCritical thinkingEffective communication

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