Participate in awards committee selection processes and manage
communication for University-level awards, as well as annual unit
and departmental scholarships. Plan associated recognition event(s)
each semester.
Coordinate implementation of communication initiatives and
provide operational support for unit wide efforts in collaboration
with campus partners.
Assess communication and operational needs, gather information,
and develop recommendations.
Develop implementation plans, coordinate activities across
departments, monitor progress, and follow up with stakeholders to
support successful completion of communication and operational
priorities.
Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas and briefings; support
unit-wide communications and distribute relevant information to
colleagues.
Serve on student affairs and University-wide committees that
support major events, divisional initiatives, and related
programs.
Lead or participate in committees and working groups that
advance department priorities.
30% - Communications
- Coordinate communication and marketing efforts for events
hosted by SEW and other large-scale events in coordination with
Enrollment & Student Affairs (ESA) and University
Communications & Marketing (UCM). Align calendaring and
targeted audience sends based on ESA communications calendars and
other relevant university calendars. Coordinate communications with
other units in ESA contributing to the aligned strategy.
- Maintain, update, edit, and revise SEW communications and
websites.
- Monitor communication effectiveness and compile metrics;
document and share successes and areas for improvement.
- Coordinate implementation of the Student Engagement &
Well-being marketing and communications strategy in alignment with
ESA and UCM.
- Support implementation of the SEW content strategy by
developing communications materials, maintaining digital content,
and using engagement analytics to inform continuous
improvement.
- Lead SEW and Student Affairs communication initiatives,
including drafting communication on behalf of SEW and editing
documents and materials.
- Serve as a Student Engagement & Well-being representative
on the Centralized Student Communications Team to align
communication efforts across Enrollment and Student Affairs
departments and effectively engage students, specifically for
communications.
15% - Administrative Support
- Purchase/procure office supplies and equipment, manage
departmental inventories, and develop/maintain systems for
effective office operations related to resource and equipment
management.
- Coordinate fiscal transactions related to communication
initiatives, including the creation and management of Special
Purchase Orders (SPOs), Purchase Orders (POs), check requests, and
similar processes. Coordinate payment with vendors and/or
contractors used to ensure appropriate and timely payment. Manage
payment of invoices, prepare contracts, funds transfers, and
related transactions, in accordance with state and institutional
fiscal policies.
- Track budgets and prepare recurring and ad hoc budget reports,
using Workday finance modules to verify expenditures and/or revenue
is accurate. Support the AVP and Directors in identifying and
mitigating budget concerns.
- Assist with SEW budget forecasting and organization of budget
allocations.
- Support calendaring within SEW AVP leadership team.
- As needed, assist with office coverage and/or student employee
supervision.
5% - Other Duties as Assigned
Position Competencies
- Demonstrates values-based leadership by modeling CADRE values,
building trust through self-awareness and emotional intelligence,
seeking feedback, and navigating conflict productively.
- Ensures operational effectiveness by managing priorities, time,
and resources responsibly, adhering to policies, delivering
measurable results, and meeting performance expectations.
- Aligns individual work with team and departmental goals by
contributing to shared priorities, seeking clarity, and adapting to
change in support of the 2030 Strategic Plan.
- Practices collaboration by communicating clearly, checking for
understanding, building strong relationships, and engaging diverse
perspectives to achieve shared outcomes.
- Advances equity and belonging with awareness of culture and
potential biases, listens openly to diverse perspectives,
contributing to respectful and inclusive work relationships.
- Innovates by developing professional skills, staying informed
on relevant trends, and identifying opportunities to improve
processes and outcomes.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or
university
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills (error-free
and able to clearly articulate ideas in written format)
- Demonstrated ability to organize multiple priorities and meet
deadlines
- Experience coordinating communications or marketing
initiatives
- Experience developing timelines and organizing work
Important Note: Successful applicants will ensure
their resumes clearly demonstrate that their work experience
describes how they meet ALL required
qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
- Masters degree in higher education administration, social work,
counseling, business, communications or a related field from a
regionally accredited college or university
- Experience with data collection and program
evaluation/assessment
- Experience designing communications that promote community
engagement
- Experience working in a high volume, multi-faceted work
environment
- Experience with technology systems and platforms used in higher
education (Workday, etc.)
- Experience developing and/or updating websites using a content
management system
Work Hours
- Full-time, 40 hours per week, Exempt
- Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00 pm
- Evening and Weekend Work: As Needed
- This is a 100% in-person role
- Minimal, if any Travel
Salary for Announcement
Under Colorado law, MSU Denver is required to provide a reasonable
estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not
offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job
announcement. This range takes into account a variety of factors
including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge,
abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of
internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is
not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the
top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based
on final candidate qualifications and experience.
The salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for
this position is $58,189 - $72,736.
This position is paid monthly and is eligible for MSU Denver
benefits.
Full Consideration Date
Complete applications received by
September 17, 2026 at 11:59
PM MST will receive full consideration, however
applications will be accepted after this date until the position is
filled.
Instructions to Apply
For full consideration, please submit the following
documents:
- Resume
- Cover letter describing relevant job experiences as they relate
to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
Due to volume of applications received, incomplete applications may
not be reviewed; please ensure you have uploaded all required
documents.
Professional references and their contact information will be
requested from the finalist/s. At least one reference provided must
be a supervisor (either current or former). Any applicable official
transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for
hire.
If you are an Internal applicant, please apply via the Jobs Hub
tab within the WorkDay Menu
Important Note: Successful applicants
will ensure their resumes clearly demonstrate that their work
experience describes how they meet ALL
required qualifications.
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Posting Representative
Marina Rios
Posting Representative Email
marios@msudenver.edu
Benefits
The University's benefits package is comprehensive and offers
medical, vision and dental, free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement,
as well as a life and supplemental insurance plans, retirement
plans and other programs, such as access to a long-term disability
(LTD) plan. Visit MSU Denver's
benefits website to
learn more.
For a brief overview, please see:
https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MSU-Benefit-Summary.pdf.
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
totalrewards@msudenver.edu.
Background Checks
Metropolitan State University of Denver 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
checks on all finalists for positions at the University prior to
employment.
Diversity Statement
Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique,
access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and
inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of
nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of
color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in
downtown Denver.
We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert
with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity
and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and
perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that
in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go
beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and
dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture
of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and
professional success.
To apply, please visit: https://msudenver.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/MSUDenver/job/Denver-Colorado/Student-Engagement---Well-being--Communications-and-Operations--Coordinator_JR105748
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