Communications and Marketing Manager

University of Colorado; Boulder (CO); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

10% employer retirement contribution

EcoPass for RTD rides

Comprehensive health, dental, vision,–

Job summary

University of Colorado Boulder seeks a Communications & Marketing Manager within Student Life Communications to lead campaigns and oversee content across print, web, email and social platforms. The role ensures professional, audience-appropriate content and brand consistency, with potential supervision of staff.

The position is hybrid with in-person and remote days, offering room for career growth and collaboration with campus partners.

Qualifications

• ;Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, advertising, journalism, English, or related field.
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Responsibilities

• Develop and execute communication campaigns to meet division and department goals.
• Coordinate media, print, web, email and social campaigns with the Division.
• Align content design with user experience across channels.
• Maintain strong brand identity across all materials.
• Manage distribution of content across channels and calendars.
• Prioritize multiple print and digital projects with timelines.
• Review data to improve communications and engagement.
• Report issues to leadership as needed.
• Participate in cross-team training and provide coverage when needed.

Skills

Project management

Strategic planning

Writing

Editing

AP Style

Interpersonal skills

Content strategy

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, advertising, journalism, English or closely related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Location: Boulder, Colorado

Employment Type: University Staff

Schedule: Full-Time

Posting Close Date: 23-Sep-2026

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 36 departments that provide student support and services dedicated to helping students become successful, curious, competent individuals during their time at CU Boulder.

At CU Boulder, dining is more than just a meal-it's an experience. Our award-winning dining venues serve fresh, sustainable, and innovative cuisine crafted by a passionate team dedicated to your well-being.

Every year, we proudly serve over 3 million meals, fueling healthy bodies and minds with options that are as delicious as they are nutritious. From community-building events to hand-on food education, we’re here to help Buffs build lifelong habits for a healthier future.

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 Directors 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. In fact, CU Boulder has been named one of Forbes' America's Best Large Employers, ranking #4 among large employers in Colorado and #28 among universities nationwide. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.

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Be inspired. Be visionary. Be Boulder.

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.