Communications and Marketing Manager

Requisition Number:

73770

Location:

Boulder, Colorado

City

Boulder

State

Colorado

Employment Type:

University Staff

Schedule:

Full-Time

Posting Close Date:

04-Aug-2026

Date Posted:

28-Jul-2026

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Job Summary


Student Life Communications at CU Boulder encourages applications for a Communication & Marketing Manager ! This role strategically manages several key areas of the Division of Student Life Communication team, and is responsible for creating and implementing numerous communication campaigns and strategies across a variety of internal and external audiences including students, families, faculty and staff. The Manager will provide creative solutions to meet department and division communication needs while maintaining focus on the constituent experience. This role is responsible for the day-to-day management of key communication and marketing campaigns including overseeing content management, content writing and design for print, web, digital, email and social platforms. This role ensures that all content is professional, compelling, accurate, audience-appropriate and conforms to AP and university style guides. This position has the opportunity to supervise professional team members and/or student employees. In emergency situations, this position may be required to support crisis needs on nights and weekends.


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.

Who We Are

The Division of Student Life consists of 30 departments that provide student support and services dedicated to helping students become successful, curious, competent individuals during their time at CU Boulder.

The work in Student Life supports all factors of the student experience, no matter what department a staff member may work in. This includes where students live, eat, make friends, build professional skills and find help if they need it. Many departments provide involvement opportunities, educational resources and support services to help students find their community and build lifelong skills. Student Life also has shared services departments that support the work and staff of our student-facing areas, including areas like the Center for Assessment, insight and research, business services, finance, employee experience, communication and marketing, and technology solutions.

With over 900 staff members in the Division of Student Life, our diverse team is uniquely positioned to personalize the student experience and advocate for students, enhancing their success inside and outside the classroom.

Student Life Communication & Marketing

Student Life Communication and Marketing (SL Comm) is a full-service team that supports the Division of Student Life with strategic communication and marketing needs. Professional staff use their expertise and diverse skill set to create materials that engage, educate and promote Student Life departments. SL Comm collaborates with departments to develop and implement communication plans and tactics. The team strives to balance the goals of departments with the needs of our audiences and share communication that's timely and relevant. SL Comm also works closely with campus partners to ensure integrated campus-wide marketing and communications.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Project Management

• Responsible for the development and execution of communication campaigns to meet division and department goals, including articles, email, print, web, digital engagement, photography and videography.
• Ensures that all media platforms are fully applied and coordinated with larger Division campaigns by working collaboratively with other members of the Student Life Communication team.
• Understands the relationship between design, content and user experience and therefore adapts content as needed for each medium.
• Maintains strong brand identity across all communication and marketing materials.
• Responsible for managing and coordinating the distribution of content.
• Responsible for the prioritization of multiple print and digital media projects and requests, including establishing timelines and objectives to ensure client needs are met.
• Reviews and assesses data to improve communications and increase engagement.
• Reports and raises issues to the Assistant/Associate Director s of Communication as needed.
• Responsible for participating in cross-team training and providing coverage when colleagues are out of the office.

Communication Liaison

• Builds and maintains effective relationships with Student Life departments and campus partners to assess needs, provides solutions and develops and implements materials consistent with critical initiatives and branding.
• Stays abreast of industry developments to maintain the professional competence, knowledge and skills necessary for the satisfactory performance of all assigned responsibilities including changes in regulations, technology and standard processes.
• Manages communication plans and content calendars to ensure that projects are completed on time and on budget.

Supervision and Management

• Supervises student and/or professional staff on the Student Life Communication team.
• Provides leadership and guidance to both professional and student staff to ensure a successful and effective team environment.
• Manages workload, as well as content and creative processes, to ensure that the team is meeting goals, creating accurate and brand-appropriate communication, and meeting department expectations and needs.
• Determines daily and long-term work assignments for staff based on changing needs of the division and departments.

What You Should Know

This is a hybrid position with necessary in-person hours. Remote work is available depending on the needs of the day/office. Current work modality is 3 days in-person and 2 days remote. Modality is subject to change based on SA policies and departmental needs.

What We Can Offer

The salary for this position is $70,900 annually. Onboarding assistance is available within division guidelines.

Our outstanding benefits include:

• Paid days off: 22 vacation days, 15 sick leave days and 11 holidays per year.
• Access to medical, vision, dental and life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• A 10% employer contribution retirement plan.
• EcoPass for free RTD rides.
• Opportunity for career growth within the Division of Student Life and the CU Boulder campus!

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.

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What We Require

• A bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, advertising, journalism, English or closely related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for the degree on a year for year basis.
• 3 years experience managing communication projects, including marketing campaigns, websites or in a copywriting, communications, public relations or related position.

What You Will Need

• Project management skills.
• Ability to plan strategically.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Writing, editing, proofreading experience.
• Knowledge of AP Style.
• Extremely organized with an excellent attention to detail.
• Strong critical thinking skills.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Experience collaborating in a marketing/communications environment.
• Experience managing communication and marketing campaigns.
• Experience in higher education or creating marketing and communications materials for college students or families.
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite.

Special Instructions


To apply, please submit the following materials:

1. A current resume.
2. Optional : A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

We may request references at a later time.


Please apply by August 4, 2026 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.


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