Communications Coordinator
The University Corporation at Monterey Bay, Seaside, CA, United States
Communications Coordinator
University Corporation at Monterey Bay
Salary:
$29.00 - $32.00 hourly
Job Number:
2026-00011
Location:
CSUMB Main Campus, Seaside, CA
Department:
Student Housing Residential Life (SHRL)
The University Corporation at Monterey Bay ("Corporation") is a non‑profit institution affiliated with California State University, Monterey Bay. Established in July 1994, the Corporation’s mission is to further the educational purposes of the University. California State University, Monterey Bay is a mid‑size university educating nearly 460 000 students every year and serves a diverse student body of over 7 000 students. Monterey is a vibrant community on California’s central coast, home to many cultural and natural attractions.
Position Summary Under the general direction of the Associate Director of Operations and Outreach, and the Assistant Director of Auxiliary Services and Operations, the Communications Coordinator (CC) is responsible for communication functions for Student Housing and Residential Life and Auxiliary Services. The CC develops and executes email content, content management, and communication strategies that support on‑campus housing recruitment, renewal, dining, campus store, staff housing, and meal plan programs. The role supports storytelling efforts, targets diverse audiences, and uses research and data analytics to inform decisions. Some evenings and weekend work may be required.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Lead mass communication and digital media efforts to engage target audiences.
Serve as the copywriter for emails, communications, website content, and internal/external campaigns.
Oversee the curation of engaging content for students, faculty, staff, and parents/supporters.
Write, edit, and disseminate communications, including emails and newsletters, to various audiences.
Develop and edit written material, ensuring accurate reflection of departmental direction, and translate materials for Spanish‑speaking audiences.
Update communication methods, StarRez templates, and tools to align with CSUMB brand identity guidelines and student housing goals.
Assist with design and development of materials for presentations and panels.
Identify needs and interests of target groups and prepare appropriate information and materials.
Assist with campus communication efforts such as Admissions applicant mailings to support retention goals.
Develop and maintain StarRez communication templates for housing and auxiliary services programs.
Manage shared departmental email inboxes.
Create comprehensive communication schedules that align with housing processes and auxiliary service timelines.
Provide communication support for student housing and auxiliary services operations with audience‑appropriate messaging.
Support enrollment management and student affairs outreach as needed.
Collaborate with University Communications to support institutional brand and communication standards.
Other Functions
Perform other duties as assigned.
Physical Work Environment The role requires sufficient physical ability and mobility for an office setting: sit or stand for prolonged periods, occasional stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, twist, lift, carry, push, or pull light to moderate weight, use office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement, and verbally communicate.
Work Location
On‑Site Position
Work Location: CSUMB Main Campus
Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Think creatively, take initiative, and work independently while demonstrating sound judgment and decision‑making.
Strong technical writing and editing skills.
Create clear, concise, professional‑quality documents for internal/external publication.
Effective oral communication and cooperative teamwork.
Knowledge of emerging marketing trends.
Organize multiple projects and events, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
Proven ability to use social media to engage target audiences.
Advanced computer proficiency: word processing, spreadsheets, marketing and publishing software.
Technical ability with audio, visual, and cinematography equipment and accompanying software.
Translate complex operational processes into clear communications for diverse audiences.
Gather, build, and analyze data from multiple sources for reporting needs.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and two or more years of experience writing, editing, and communicating content for individual and group distribution.
Experience managing or assisting with website content management. Substitution of required education with experience may be granted on a year‑for‑year basis.
Experience with WYSIWYG web publishing tools (Drupal, Terminal4, WordPress, etc.).
Desired Qualifications
Understanding of CSUMB Vision Statement and core values.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite for photo, video, graphic editing, and layout.
Familiarity with mass‑email marketing systems (Constant Contact, Mailchimp, Silver POP, Salesforce Marketing Cloud).
Experience with social media posting tools like Canva, Sprout, Hootsuite, Meta for Business.
Fluency in Spanish.
Special Conditions of Employment The position requires a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and compliance with CSU Executive Order 1083. A criminal background check is required before any offer is made. Applicants with a criminal history are considered per the California Fair Chance Act. The employee must report to the Campus Title IX Officer any information relating to sex discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, dating/domestic violence, and stalking per CSU Executive Order 1095.
All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. The Corporation provides equal opportunity employment in accordance with Title VI, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, and applicable state and federal laws.
All employees must be eligible for employment in the U.S. The Corporation does not sponsor visas. The Corporation does not use artificial intelligence or automated decision‑making tools to evaluate candidates. Employment is at‑will.
Sensitive Positions
Responsibility for the care, safety and security of people, animals and CSU property.
Access to Level 1 confidential information about students, faculty, staff or alumni.
FERPA This position is required to comply with confidentiality requirements related to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act and California Educational Code Chapter 13.
Clery Act
Designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) and required to participate in training and report crimes per the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy.
Responsibilities include campus security, reporting criminal offenses, and duties related to student and campus activities.
Special License or Certifications
May require occasional evenings and/or weekend work.
Contact Questions can be sent to: hr_corporation@csumb.edu.
Salary and Benefits The hourly hiring range is $29–$32. The position is classified as Grade 3, Staff, non‑exempt, eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a contributory retirement plan (TSA 403b), and other benefits. The Corporation offers access to CSUMB’s Faculty & Staff Meal Plans and affordable campus housing.
How to Apply All prospective applicants must apply online. Submit the complete application and resume by 5 :00 p.m. PST on the priority screening date. Applications received after this date will be reviewed at the discretion of the Corporation.
To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/csumb/jobs/5274477/communications-coordinator.
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University Corporation at Monterey Bay
Salary:
$29.00 - $32.00 hourly
Job Number:
2026-00011
Location:
CSUMB Main Campus, Seaside, CA
Department:
Student Housing Residential Life (SHRL)
The University Corporation at Monterey Bay ("Corporation") is a non‑profit institution affiliated with California State University, Monterey Bay. Established in July 1994, the Corporation’s mission is to further the educational purposes of the University. California State University, Monterey Bay is a mid‑size university educating nearly 460 000 students every year and serves a diverse student body of over 7 000 students. Monterey is a vibrant community on California’s central coast, home to many cultural and natural attractions.
Position Summary Under the general direction of the Associate Director of Operations and Outreach, and the Assistant Director of Auxiliary Services and Operations, the Communications Coordinator (CC) is responsible for communication functions for Student Housing and Residential Life and Auxiliary Services. The CC develops and executes email content, content management, and communication strategies that support on‑campus housing recruitment, renewal, dining, campus store, staff housing, and meal plan programs. The role supports storytelling efforts, targets diverse audiences, and uses research and data analytics to inform decisions. Some evenings and weekend work may be required.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Lead mass communication and digital media efforts to engage target audiences.
Serve as the copywriter for emails, communications, website content, and internal/external campaigns.
Oversee the curation of engaging content for students, faculty, staff, and parents/supporters.
Write, edit, and disseminate communications, including emails and newsletters, to various audiences.
Develop and edit written material, ensuring accurate reflection of departmental direction, and translate materials for Spanish‑speaking audiences.
Update communication methods, StarRez templates, and tools to align with CSUMB brand identity guidelines and student housing goals.
Assist with design and development of materials for presentations and panels.
Identify needs and interests of target groups and prepare appropriate information and materials.
Assist with campus communication efforts such as Admissions applicant mailings to support retention goals.
Develop and maintain StarRez communication templates for housing and auxiliary services programs.
Manage shared departmental email inboxes.
Create comprehensive communication schedules that align with housing processes and auxiliary service timelines.
Provide communication support for student housing and auxiliary services operations with audience‑appropriate messaging.
Support enrollment management and student affairs outreach as needed.
Collaborate with University Communications to support institutional brand and communication standards.
Other Functions
Perform other duties as assigned.
Physical Work Environment The role requires sufficient physical ability and mobility for an office setting: sit or stand for prolonged periods, occasional stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, twist, lift, carry, push, or pull light to moderate weight, use office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement, and verbally communicate.
Work Location
On‑Site Position
Work Location: CSUMB Main Campus
Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Think creatively, take initiative, and work independently while demonstrating sound judgment and decision‑making.
Strong technical writing and editing skills.
Create clear, concise, professional‑quality documents for internal/external publication.
Effective oral communication and cooperative teamwork.
Knowledge of emerging marketing trends.
Organize multiple projects and events, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
Proven ability to use social media to engage target audiences.
Advanced computer proficiency: word processing, spreadsheets, marketing and publishing software.
Technical ability with audio, visual, and cinematography equipment and accompanying software.
Translate complex operational processes into clear communications for diverse audiences.
Gather, build, and analyze data from multiple sources for reporting needs.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and two or more years of experience writing, editing, and communicating content for individual and group distribution.
Experience managing or assisting with website content management. Substitution of required education with experience may be granted on a year‑for‑year basis.
Experience with WYSIWYG web publishing tools (Drupal, Terminal4, WordPress, etc.).
Desired Qualifications
Understanding of CSUMB Vision Statement and core values.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite for photo, video, graphic editing, and layout.
Familiarity with mass‑email marketing systems (Constant Contact, Mailchimp, Silver POP, Salesforce Marketing Cloud).
Experience with social media posting tools like Canva, Sprout, Hootsuite, Meta for Business.
Fluency in Spanish.
Special Conditions of Employment The position requires a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and compliance with CSU Executive Order 1083. A criminal background check is required before any offer is made. Applicants with a criminal history are considered per the California Fair Chance Act. The employee must report to the Campus Title IX Officer any information relating to sex discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, dating/domestic violence, and stalking per CSU Executive Order 1095.
All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. The Corporation provides equal opportunity employment in accordance with Title VI, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, and applicable state and federal laws.
All employees must be eligible for employment in the U.S. The Corporation does not sponsor visas. The Corporation does not use artificial intelligence or automated decision‑making tools to evaluate candidates. Employment is at‑will.
Sensitive Positions
Responsibility for the care, safety and security of people, animals and CSU property.
Access to Level 1 confidential information about students, faculty, staff or alumni.
FERPA This position is required to comply with confidentiality requirements related to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act and California Educational Code Chapter 13.
Clery Act
Designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) and required to participate in training and report crimes per the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy.
Responsibilities include campus security, reporting criminal offenses, and duties related to student and campus activities.
Special License or Certifications
May require occasional evenings and/or weekend work.
Contact Questions can be sent to: hr_corporation@csumb.edu.
Salary and Benefits The hourly hiring range is $29–$32. The position is classified as Grade 3, Staff, non‑exempt, eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a contributory retirement plan (TSA 403b), and other benefits. The Corporation offers access to CSUMB’s Faculty & Staff Meal Plans and affordable campus housing.
How to Apply All prospective applicants must apply online. Submit the complete application and resume by 5 :00 p.m. PST on the priority screening date. Applications received after this date will be reviewed at the discretion of the Corporation.
To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/csumb/jobs/5274477/communications-coordinator.
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