Communications Specialist MCB & PVA

Candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of application; UNC cannot provide H-1B sponsorship at this time.

To ensure full consideration applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 07/15/2026.

Position Summary:

With a consistent voice the communications specialistsupports the goals of the universitys central marketing
initiatives and development of unit social media. TheCommunications Specialist develops writes and edits
content that strengthens the units identity andbrand. This position coordinates the project administration of a
wide spectrum of unit marketing initiatives withprimary focus on identity building integrated marketing and
serving clients within the unit. Projectadministration may include planning and facilitating special events
coordinating photo and video shoots and developingtimelines.

This position requires exceptional promotional writingand editing skills and knowledge of marketing
communications and techniques a solid understandingof social media strong organization and project
management skills and the ability to communicate andcollaborate effectively with people.

Job Duties:

Campus(Internal) Communication (40%)

• Project management of printed materials including production graphic design copywriting and
  distribution.
• Maintain and update current College and departmental websites. Create or coordinate digital assets
  such as videoimages and written content.
• Produce regular and special internal communications such as newsletters and student
  communicationscreate and distribute posters for events and manage digital message boards.

ExternalCommunication 35%)

• Develop conceptualize research write and edit promotional and task-based information for unit
• publicationsand web content within the strategic communication guidance from University
  Advancement: ensuring a consistent universityvoice tone and messaging.
• Collaborate with UNC communications graphic designers and web developers.
• Manage social media accounts and editorial calendar for regular posting on blogs Facebook Twitter
  YouTubeLinkedIn and others.
• Write revise or edit print or web content provided by campus and unit stakeholders and as needed by the University Advancement team.
• Work with the creative team to develop and write scripts for advertising marketing and storytelling
  videos.
• Assist Enrollment Management with developing unit-specific messaging and marketing for
  prospectivestudents and parents.

Events(20%)

• Plan and coordinate photo and video shoots with university videographer and photographer.
• Produce print materials for events including event programs invitations & RSVPs posters
  advertisementsand others as needed to promote College events and programs.
• Schedule large meetings for the college/unit.
• Manage the college/unit calendar entries and updates.

OtherDuties as Assigned (5%)

• Work with the Academic Affairs Communications Team to develop policies and procedures align
  efforts acrossunits and work as a team to advance Academic Affairs at UNC.
• Work with the college/unit ASC Team to accomplish/complete ASC duties in alignment with other
  units theDivision of Academic Affairs and UNC.
• Other duties as assigned by Dean and Associate Dean.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors degree required preferably inperforming or visual arts marketing communications humanities or a relateddiscipline. Masters degree preferred.

Twoyears work experience in a communications-related field. Experience in the artsand higher education preferred.

Perform difficult complex timely and detailed clerical and administrative work with accuracy

Analyze situations accurately and take appropriate action

Identify problems and recommend sound solutions

Communicate effectively in English both written and spoken

Follow and give oral and written directions

Perform mathematical calculations with accuracy

Work independently with minimal supervision

Interpret apply and initiate University and IM&T policies and procedures

Maintain a cooperative working relationship with others

Interact with the public in helpful courteous and friendly manner

Demonstrate sensitivity and respect for a diverse population

Organize information accurately & quickly

Able to work with multiple interruptions

Special Considerations

• Modern office methods and practices including basic fiscal management
• Basic skill set in graphic design creating marketing materials photography video and/or audio production and website design/updating
• Personal computer software program including word processing spreadsheet workflow tools electronic markup SharePoint Microsoft Teams

Benefits:
Benefits available include health dental vision life and long-term disability insurance as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement plans for all full-time positions. Employees at UNC receive sick leave and other leave options may be available based on position. Full-time employees are eligible to receive tuition waiver benefits as well as dependents and spouses ofUNCEmployees who are employed at 0.5FTEor above are eligible for undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50%. These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position.

About UNC
The University of Northern Colorado is a public doctoral/research institution located in Greeley Colorado. UNCs commitment to education began in 1889 and continues to be a transformational force for our students. Recognizedas a top university for socialmobilityUNC isproud tobeaHispanicServing Institutionandto serve more than44% ofourundergraduateswhoarethefirst in theirfamily to attend is also committed to providing our faculty and staff with the support they need to succeed as professionals educators and in life. Please visit UNCs Career Hubto learn more about UNCs strategic plan school programs and employee benefits. Go Bears!

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Background Check
Satisfactory completion of a background check educational check and authorization to work in the United States is required after a conditional offer of employment has been made. The successful candidate must submit original transcripts within one (1) month of hire.

This position is contingent on funding from the Colorado State Legislature approval by the Board of Trustees and subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Northern Colorado.

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Required Experience:

IC