Human Resources Communications Coordinator

University of Kansas; Lawrence (KS); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas is hiring an HR Communications Coordinator to design and execute an internal communications strategy for HR programs across Lawrence and KU Medical Center. You will serve as the primary contact for HR communications, coordinating content for newsletters, web and intranet, and employee-facing materials.

This in-person role offers some remote work flexibility, collaborating with Public Affairs and senior HR leaders to ensure clarity, accessibility, and engagement across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or related field and 1 year of experience OR Associate's degree and 3 years of experience OR HS diploma and 5 years of experience in internal communications.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with the ability to translate complex information into clear, employee-friendly language.
• Experience managing web or intranet content.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital communication tools.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience managing multiple priorities under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and maintain an HR communications calendar for timely messaging across HR programs and initiatives.
• Partner with HR leadership to plan and deliver strategic communications for policy changes and organizational initiatives.
• Create clear written, visual, and verbal communications for diverse employee audiences.
• Manage distribution of HR messages across channels (email, newsletters, websites, intranet, presentations).
• Oversee HR newsletters and content placement on campus platforms.
• Liaise with Office of Public Affairs and campus leaders to ensure alignment and consistency.
• Maintain HR web and intranet content ensuring accuracy and ADA accessibility compliance.
• Apply plain language and inclusive communication principles to improve understanding.
• Track communication effectiveness and adjust strategies.

Skills

Excellent writing

Editing

Proofreading

Web content management

MS Office

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications or related field

Associate's degree

Tools

Content management systems (CMS)

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Position Overview

The HR Communications Coordinator is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive internal communications strategy for Human Resources programs, initiatives, and priorities across all University of Kansas campuses. Working in close collaboration with the Office of Public Affairs and campus communication partners, this role ensures HR information is coordinated, clear, accessible, timely, and aligned with the university's mission and strategic goals.

The position serves as the primary point of contact for HR-related communications, including announcements, web and intranet content, newsletters, presentations, and other employee-facing materials. The role supports transparency, engagement, and a positive employee experience through effective communication practices and appropriate use of multiple media platforms. This position reports to the Chief of Staff to the Chief Human Resources Officer, with dotted line collaboration with members of the senior HR leadership team. This is an in-person position located at both the Lawrence and Medical Center campus offices with an opportunity for some flexibility for remote work as approved.

Job Description

95% - Key Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and maintain an HR communications calendar to ensure timely, coordinated, and effective messaging across all HR programs and initiatives.
• Partner with HR leadership and subject matter experts to plan and deliver strategic communications supporting policy changes, union activities, program rollouts, and organizational initiatives.
• Create clear, engaging written, visual, and verbal communications tailored to diverse employee audiences, including faculty, staff, and leadership.
• Manage the distribution of HR messages across appropriate channels, including email, newsletters, websites, intranet platforms, presentations, and campus news outlets.
• Oversee HR newsletters and coordinate content placement on campus platforms such as KU Today, Campus Insider, and related outlets.
• Serve as a liaison with the Office of Public Affairs and campus communication leaders to ensure message alignment and consistency.
• Oversee and maintain HR web and intranet content, ensuring information is current, accurate, accessible, and compliant with university and ADA accessibility standards.
• Apply plain language and inclusive communication principles to improve understanding and engagement.
• Track and assess communication effectiveness using available metrics and adjust strategies as needed.

5% - Other duties as assigned

Position Requirements

This is an in-person position located at both the Lawrence and Medical Center campus offices with an opportunity for some flexibility for remote work as approved.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or a related field and one (1) year of experience in internal or organizational communications OR Associate's degree and 3 years of experience in internal or organizational communications OR a High School diploma/GED equivalency and 5 years of experience in internal or organizational communications.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with the ability to translate complex information into clear, employeefriendly language as evidenced by application materials and interview process.
• Experience managing web or intranet content.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital communication tools.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders at all organizational levels as evidenced with application materials and interview process.
• Previous experience with managing multiple priorities, remaining flexible, and working effectively under deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or related field.
• Experience in higher education, healthcare, or an academic medical center environment.
• Familiarity with content management systems, accessibility standards, and employee engagement best practices.

Contact Information to Applicants

Angie McArthur
[e-mail]

Advertised Salary Range

$60,000

Application Review Begins

Wednesday August 5, 2026

Anticipated Start Date

Sunday September 13, 2026