Colorado State University

Description of Work Unit

Communications

The Communications Department leads strategic communications and marketing efforts to support the mission of the CSU Health Network. Essential duties include public health and safety communications, health education and prevention campaigns, internal and executive communication efforts, new student and family communications and outreach, service line marketing, digital media (website, social media, etc.), branding, graphic design, events, media relations, and more. The team supports and collaborates with all Health Network departments to meet internal and public communications needs. In addition, the team regularly partners with other units and communicators across the university to elevate the health and well-being of the university community. We strive to center inclusive communication and health equity principles in all of our work. The Communication Department operates under normal business hours of 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday-Friday, year-round, with occasional evening and weekend work required for events, programs and time-sensitive needs.

CSU Health Network

The CSU Health Network (CSUHN) at Colorado State University provides a full range of cost-effective mental health and primary care medical services on campus, referral for community specialty care, and comprehensive health education and prevention services programming. Services such as physical therapy, dentistry, and optometry are available. The CSU Health Network is active in creating a healthy campus environment to support learning and success. For more information about the CSU Health Network at Colorado State University, see https://health.colostate.edu/

Why work at Colorado State University?

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!”

We are looking to add individuals to our team who have the following characteristics:

• Confidence – they expect success in what they do
• Compassion – they have genuine care and concern for others
• Commitment to Inclusive Excellence – they engage principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in all they do, valuing a supportive community where everyone’s contributions are valued, and all voices are heard
• Empowerment – they use their knowledge and skills to adjust, change, and improve daily tasks/work for themselves and others
• Integrity – they are honest, and others trust them
• Responsibility – they take ownership of decisions and actions

Our Investment in You

Colorado State University (CSU) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits and well-being package that supports you, your health, and your family.

These CSU resources help with many aspects of your life – financial, physical, emotional, family, workplace wellness. These resources are part of our investment in you.

Employees are benefits eligible when working a minimum of 20 hours per week; benefits outlined below reflect full-time status of 40 hours per week; some benefits would be prorated for part-time status.

• Attractive Monday-Friday work schedule
• Inclusive leave programs and benefit options including:
• Paid time off to include 24 vacation days, 15 sick days, 11 paid holidays, annually
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Parental Leave, work/life resources, and more
• Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for your overall well-being
• Discounted staff memberships in campus recreation center
• Employee Study Privilege (prepaid courses up to 9-semester credits per year)
• Tuition Scholarships (up to 50% for eligible family members)
• No cost employee growth opportunity through CSU Talent development
• After-school programs and summer camps for kids
• Community Discounts
• No cost MAX transit use with CSU identification

For more detail about these and other Health and Welfare benefits and Commitment to Campus programs, visit our CSU Well-Being Hub at https://hr.colostate.edu/well-being-hub/ and our Benefits programs for Administrative Professional employees: https://hr.colostate.edu/current-employees/benefits/afap/.

Retirement Programs

While employees of CSU do not contribute to Social Security, the University and the state of Colorado offer competitive retirement plans. As a condition of employment and required by Colorado law, employees are required to participate in either the University’s Defined Contribution Plan (DCP) or the Public Employee’s Retirement Plan (PERA) of Colorado. Each plan offers a generous employer match between 10% – 21%. For more information, visit: https://hr.colostate.edu/current-employees/benefits/afap/retirement/.

Top Public Research University

Colorado State University is one of the nation’s top public research universities and an institution on the rise. In the last decade, CSU has:

• Produced record enrollment
• Built on all-time highs in student diversity and student success
• Delivered groundbreaking research driven by a highly productive faculty
• Revitalized campus through a transformational building campaign
• Shaped an unrivaled learning environment where nine of 10 recent graduates say they would choose CSU again and rate their education as excellent

Campus Culture and Principles of Community

Colorado State University has a campus culture that is driven by a desire always to do better and a vision to be the best place to learn, work, and discover. Our Principles of Community – Inclusion, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Social Justice – reflect our core values and support CSU’s mission and vision of access, research, teaching, service, and engagement. Each member of our community has a responsibility to uphold these principles when engaging with one another and acting on behalf of the University. For more information visit: https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-people/.

Tobacco and Smoke-Free

Colorado State University is a tobacco and smoke-free campus. For the health of our university community, the use of smoking, vaping or tobacco products is prohibited on CSU grounds or in buildings.

Live in Fort Collins

Fort Collins has been home to CSU since the University’s inception in 1870. It is a vibrant, friendly city of 161,000 tucked against the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Northern Colorado, 60 miles from Denver. The strong local economy is noted particularly for a broad range of outdoor activities and a thriving arts and entertainment industry.

Position Summary

The Graphic Designer, in collaboration with the Associate Director of Communications, is responsible for the creation of the department’s graphic design and branding efforts. Projects include print (posters, brochures, handouts, mailers, etc.) and digital graphics (digital sign graphics, web and social media graphics, presentations, etc.).

This position collaborates with staff across the organization, including the Health Education and Prevention Services department, to create engaging and inclusive campaigns that support and enhance the mission, vision, and values of the department. Audiences range from current students, to prospective and new students, internal staff, and the University at large.

Candidates should be adaptable in a fast-paced work environment, work with attention to detail, and have a demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion. Candidates should have a demonstrated ability to manage projects independently and also work effectively as part of a team.

The Graphic Designer reports directly to the CSU Health Network, Associate Director of Communications.

Required Job Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor of Science/Arts degree in Graphic Design, Art, Communications, Journalism & Media Communication, Multimedia, or a related field, with a minimum of one year of professional experience; OR
• Bachelor of Science/Arts degree in Graphic Design, Art, Communications, Journalism & Media Communication, Multimedia, or a related field by May 2024, with a minimum of two years of student/internship experience; OR
• Bachelor of Science/Arts degree in unrelated field, with a minimum of three years of experience in the Design or Communications field

Experience

• Demonstrated experience and expertise in graphic design (both digital and print), which includes managing projects from start to finish (concept development, design, routing, pre-press, print coordination, delivery logistics, installation, implementation, etc.)
• Demonstrated project management experience, including the ability to manage multiple projects at one time, with attention to detail and deadlines

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

• Advanced knowledge and use of Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop) as demonstrated by a portfolio
• Demonstrated experience working with established and evolving brands and graphic standards
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment
• Effective listening, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Job Qualifications

Experience

• Demonstrated experience with basic photography and/or videography
• Demonstrated experience with video production and editing software, such as Final Cut Pro or Adobe Premiere

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

• Previous experience in a higher education work setting
• Experience creating and deploying marketing and communications for diverse populations
• Demonstrated understanding of concepts pertaining to multiculturalism and diversity and how they impact marketing and communications
• Ability to analyze policies, programs, and initiatives to make recommendations for quality improvement
• A personal or professional commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through active planning and purposeful effort

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. The Office of Equal Opportunity 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, titleix@colostate.edu.

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, oeo@colostate.edu.

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, oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education.

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