Details
Open Date 01/06/2026
Requisition Number PRN43952B
Job Title Coordinator, Marketing & Communications
Working Title Marketing & Outreach Coor
Career Progression Track C
Track Level
FLSA Code Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm, with rare evenings or weekend work required
based on departmental events.
VP Area President
Department 00307 - Housing & Residential Educ
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range 48000 - 53000
Close Date 02/28/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) 02/02/2026
Job Summary
We are looking for a dynamic, motivated, and creative Marketing and Outreach Coordinator to contribute to the development of marketing and communications for the University of Utah Housing & Dining Programs ( HDP ) department.
This role involves supervising a student designer while coordinating and executing projects in writing and design. The coordinator ensures proper product branding and utilizes traditional and digital publishing technologies to produce diverse communication materials.
This position will be part of the HDP marketing and communications unit. The team is comprised of an associate director, a manager, and two specialists who supervise a group of student interns. This is a hybrid role that requires in-person meetings and maintaining a regular physical presence at the department. The ideal candidate is a self-directed professional who can work comfortably in a fast-paced environment and be accountable for results.
Responsibilities
1 - Design and coordination of marketing communication projects (marketing campaigns, photoshoots, and materials such as guides, banners, posters, and advertisements on TV screens).
2 - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and send timely emails to HDP residents, including move-in information, emergency communications (e.g., facilities issues), and online newsletters.
3 - Assist in HDP's collaborative work with departments on campus, including Dining Services, Admissions, Orientation, Print & Mail Services, University Marketing & Communications, and Auxiliary Services.
4 - Represent HDP at recruitment and outreach events in and out of state (some weekend and after-hours events included).
5 - Creation of presentations for outreach events in addition to serving as a presenter in front of several audiences (e.g., parents and families, incoming students, campus partners, etc.)
6 - Coordinate staffing needs for marketing-related events (e.g., recruitment events, presentations, tabling, etc.).
7 - Provide training to Outreach Ambassadors and Housing Ambassador staff for outreach events, on-campus tours, etc.
8 - May perform other related technical duties as assigned.
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related area, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). One year of related experience and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills required. Experience in different styles of writing, publishing software packages and advertising concepts may be preferred.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills
Proficient user of Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite, Canva, and email marketing platforms
Experience creating slide decks and presenting information to individuals and groups.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Familiarity with a variety of computer software; project management experience, and ability to work both individually and in a team setting.
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
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