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Communications Coordinator

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, Colorado, United States, 80012

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Communications Coordinator – Colorado School of Public Health

University of Colorado Anschutz Campus Colorado School of Public Health | Injury and Violence Prevention Center Position #: 00844493 – Requisition #: 38721 Job Summary

Support the Injury and Violence Prevention Center (IVPC), Firearm Injury Prevention Initiative (FIPI), and Safe Starts at Home program by creating and distributing clear, consistent communications across various channels, including social media, newsletters, press releases, and more. Develop written and visual content, manage social media, support media and internal communications, coordinate communication products for campaigns and events, and track metrics to ensure communications align with organizational goals. Key Responsibilities

Work with leadership to create and implement a strategic communications plan, including website development, content creation, and social media strategy. Manage and update website content regularly. Create and schedule social media posts on a regular schedule; monitor engagement and respond as appropriate. Support the development of dissemination products aligned to research (e.g., toolkits, implementation guides, research and data briefs) and promotional materials (e.g., digital and print flyers, infographics, slides, and swag). Draft and support press releases, monthly university news stories, monthly newsletters, annual reports, external and internal communications. Coordinate and represent IVPC/FIPI at outreach events, including academic conferences, campus events, and community-based events. This is a full‑time (1.0 FTE) position that reports to the IVPC Director. Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

A bachelor's degree in communications, public health, public administration, or a directly related field from an accredited institution. Two (2) years of experience providing communications support to an organization. Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis. Preferred Qualifications

1 year working in the field(s) of injury prevention and/or violence prevention. 1 year experience working in higher education and/or communicating research. Demonstrated experience with creating content for websites, LinkedIn, newsletters, and other professional reports. Demonstrated experience with Canva or other design software/platforms. Demonstrated experience with event management. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with an emphasis on the ability to listen and speak to a variety of audiences, communicate persuasively, and write proficiently. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution. Outstanding customer service skills. Demonstrated high level of independence and individual time management of project tasks. Demonstrated experience in fostering a community that values a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. How to Apply

For full consideration, please submit the following documents: Curriculum Vitae / Resume A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position. Three to five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address. Questions should be directed to: Megan Freije (Megan.Freije@cuanschutz.edu). Screening of Applications Begins

Screening begins immediately and continues until

January 30, 2026. Equal Opportunity Statement

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. ADA Statement

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.

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