Posting Detail Information

　　Working TitlePublicity and Communications Assistant

　　Position LocationFort Collins, CO

　　Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

　　Research Professional PositionNo

　　Posting Number202400034AP

　　Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

　　Classification TitleProf/Indiv Contrib I

　　Number of Vacancies1

　　Work Hours/Week20

　　Proposed Annual Salary Range$48,000-50,000 (prorated for .50/half time)

　　Employee Benefits

　　Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment todiversity, equity and inclusion (https://inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu/about/) , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

　　For detailed benefit plan information for eligible employees, visithttps://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/andhttps://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/.

　　For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, visithttps://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/.

　　For more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in, visithttps://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/.

　　Desired Start Date

　　Position End Date (if temporary)

　　To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on02/05/2024

　　Description of Work Unit

　　The School of Music, Theatre and Dance ( SMTD ) has 36 tenured and tenure-track faculty as well as 40 adjunct faculty. There are currently over 550 students in SMTD , with 311 undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in music degree programs.

　　The University Center for the Arts is a nationally recognized state-of the art 350,000 square foot facility, that includes a 550-seat concert hall, a 275-seat organ and chamber music recital hall, a 320-seat thrust theatre, a 100-seat black box theatre, a 200-seat dance theatre, dedicated rehearsal, production, and research spaces, along with classrooms, labs, and practice rooms.

　　The College of Liberal Arts is a community of arts, humanities, and social science scholars who create and extend knowledge and artistry that develops reflective citizens and confident leaders. We value diversity and inclusion in the workplace, aspiring to a productive environment in which everyone feels valued, where their talents are fully utilized, and where all individuals can bring their full selves to the role. We promote the CSU Principles of Community – Inclusion, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Social Justice –https://inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu/resources/principles-of-community/. We therefore encourage applications from all individuals who share these values and we prioritize a fair and equitable search process that strengthens a diverse, creative, and effective community.

　　Colorado State University ( CSU ) is a land grant institution with a student enrollment of approximately 30,000 students in over 150 programs, and a faculty numbering 1,700. The College of Liberal Arts, within which the school is located, is the largest college in the University.

　　CSU is located in Fort Collins, Colorado, a beautiful city of approximately 175,000 located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, 65 miles north of Denver. MarketWatch has listed Fort Collins as the “No. 1 Best Place to Live in America in 2020,” and was also ranked No. 1 for the “2020 Top 100 Places to Live in America” by Livability.com. Additionally, Fort Collins is in America’s top ten for best performing city, safest for driving and cycling, best place to raise a family, and No. 1 in the country for reducing harmful emissions by using alternative fuels and transportation. CSU was recently ranked first among Colorado-based educational employers and fifth among all in-state employers in Forbes magazine’s “America’s Best Employers by State!”

　　Colorado State University is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music.

　　Position Summary

　　The Colorado State University School of Music, Theatre, and Dance is seeking a half-time Communications Assistant for immediate hire. This position serves to support the SMTD Communications Team in the promotion of events, academic programs, and recruitment of students. Duties will require occasional work on evenings and weekends.

　　Required Job Qualifications

　　Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution plus two years of professional or academic publicity/marketing experience

　　Demonstrated experience with one or more of the following: public relations, marketing, event management, data base management, website software (WordPress), CMS , professional use of social media

　　Demonstrated experience with one or more of the following: communications, English/writing, journalism, performing arts (music, theatre, and dance), and graphic design

　　Proficiency with Microsoft Office

　　Effective written and oral communication skills

　　Professional experience in an academic setting

　　Knowledge of performing arts terminology

　　Preferred Job Qualifications

　　Advanced degree in Communications, Writing, English, Marketing, or related field.

　　Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite

　　Diversity Statement

　　Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

　　Essential Duties

　　Job Duty CategoryCommunications and Publicity

　　Duty/Responsibility

　　Communications Support:

　　Serves as point person for all incoming communications requests from SMTD faculty and staff.

　　Generates and maintains communications schedule of SMTD news and events (i.e. email, The Green Room, Performance Guide, newsletter, and social media).

　　Manages distribution of communications materials. Oversees scheduling, printing, and delivery of campus/community poster runs, recruiting materials, and mailings, etc.

　　Proofreads all event publicity, recruiting, and alumni engagement related materials.

　　Distributes all event publicity, recruiting, and alumni engagement related materials.

　　Coordinates student takeovers of SMTD accounts.

　　Collects and organizes SMTD news about alumni, donors, faculty, staff, and students; details will be utilized for generating stories for inclusion in digital and traditional channels.

　　Assists in the production of student, faculty, alumni, and donor news/stories that promote interest in events, engagement opportunities, and degree programs.

　　Communications includes event publicity, recruiting of potential students, and alumni engagement. Duties specific to each area are components of the overarching communications support and include:

　　Publicity Support

　　Supports the overall publicity efforts of SMTD .

　　Generates and manages publicity plan timeline and schedules.

　　Maintain advertising opportunities and deadlines, including annual entry of audition information in industry publications.

　　Enter SMTD events into campus and community calendars.

　　Gathers event descriptions from faculty. Organizes and maintains event descriptions and images in preparation for each semester’s publicity materials.

　　Generates and distributes event press releases.

　　Schedules all poster run and digital signage reservations both on-campus and in the community.

　　Distributes performance event information to relevant target markets (i.e. K-12 schools, university departments, organizations, media outlets, etc.) and online calendars.

　　Percentage Of Time60

　　Job Duty CategoryRecruiting Support

　　Duty/Responsibility

　　Supports the overall recruiting/retention efforts of SMTD .

　　Prep, support, and attend recruiting fairs, admissions events, and conferences.

　　Leads potential students/family on facility tours.

　　Maintains high school director email lists in SharePoint and Constant Contact.

　　Assists with the production of student, faculty, and alumni news/stories that are of interest to prospective students.

　　Percentage Of Time30

　　Job Duty CategoryWebsite

　　Duty/Responsibility

　　Update/edit SMTD websites under supervision of Director of Communications.Percentage Of Time10

　　Application Details

　　Special Instructions to Applicants

　　Interested applicants must submit a cover letter which addresses how professional experiences align with identified required and preferred qualifications of the position, a current resume, and the names, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

　　CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

　　Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

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　　EEO Statement

　　Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.

　　The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,[email protected].

　　The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,[email protected].

　　The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,[email protected].

　　Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) .

　　Background Check Policy Statement

　　Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

　　References Requested

　　References Requested

　　Minimum Requested3

　　Maximum Requested3

　　Supplemental Questions

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　　Applicant Documents

　　Required Documents

　　Cover Letter

　　Resume

　　Optional Documents