Spokesperson
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Spokesperson
Requisition Number:
72845
Location:
Boulder, Colorado
City
Boulder
State
Colorado
Employment Type:
University Staff
Schedule:
Full-Time
Posting Close Date:
05-Jul-2026
Date Posted:
23-Jun-2026
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Job Summary
Job Summary
The Spokesperson is a full-time position in the Office of Strategic Relations and Communications (SRC), handling day-to-day issues that necessitate a media response or could require public messaging later. This position reports to the Director of Issues Management and Spokesperson and assists the Director in carrying out key media communications plans and media responses for the entire campus, with a focus on Campus Operations, Infrastructure and Resilience, Local Government and Community Engagement, Sustainability and other areas of campus as assigned. Areas of responsibility include developing and delivering institutional messages, talking points, official statements and responses, while also preparing other faculty, staff and administrators to engage with the media on issues-driven breaking news and campus emergencies.
The Spokesperson will be involved with campus emergency communications and will serve as the university's Public Information Officer (PIO) on-call rotation. This position will also be a member of the Emergency Services Public Information Officers of Colorado (ESPIOC) to stay abreast of current standards and develop relationships with other regional PIOs.
The primary objectives of this job are to ensure that:
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
Who We Are
As the university's central marketing and communications team, Strategic Relations and Communications advances CU Boulder's mission, vision and reputation through an integrated communications approach supporting a campus-wide experience that inspires greater affinity and engagement.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
What You Should Know
What You Should Know
This is a hybrid work opportunity that may require some nights and weekends.
What We Can Offer
What We Can Offer
The annual salary range for this position is $92,000-$110,000.
Benefits
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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Be ambitious. Be inspired. Be Boulder.
What We Require
What We Require
What You Will Need
What You Will Need
What We Would Like You to Have
What We Would Like You to Have
Special Instructions
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
We may request references at a later time.
Please apply by July 5, 2026 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Essential Services
Essential Services
This position is designated "essential/critical services." The incumbent is required to respond to requests for work during campus emergencies (snow, wind, rain, flood and any other natural or man-made event) and report to work for regularly assigned shifts during emergency campus closures.
Posting Contact Information
Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources
Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu
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