University of Arizona

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Coordinator, Communications Posting Number req23980 Department Office of the Registrar Department Website Link https://registrar.arizona.edu/ Location Main Campus Address Tucson, AZ USA Position Highlights The Office of the Registrar is seeking a detail-oriented, motivated and creative professional to fill the role of Communications Coordinator. This position will be responsible for coordinating and leading communication efforts across the office including time-line driven communications to students, faculty, and staff, crafting presentations, aiding with training development and maintaining the website. In addition to creating external communications this position will partner with Office of the Registrar leadership to create communication plans and collateral for special projects and initiatives. This individual will uphold the brand of the University of Arizona, the vision of the Office of the Registrar, and ensure alignment to the strategic imperatives while telling our story in a compelling fashion. The Office of the Registrar is responsible for the accuracy and integrity of the academic record. Serving all students, faculty, academic units, and student support functions; the Office is charged with the implementation of academic and student policies and their alignment to state and federal regulations and accreditation standards. The Office strives to be a leader and thought partner in creating efficient processes that are designed in a way that supports student success and service excellence. Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here. Duties & Responsibilities • Develop, execute, and maintain a comprehensive communications calendar and annual plan to coordinate and manage communication needs across all units within the Office. • Review and edit all communications to ensure clarity, consistency, accuracy, and alignment with the Office's tone style, and messaging standards. • Ensure all communications adhere to the Office and Arizona Brand identity across all platforms, maintaining consistency in voice and visual presentation. • Collaborate closely with leadership, project teams, and unit leaders to plan and deliver a variety of communication initiatives. • Provide strategic guidance to project owners on effective communication plans and recommend improvements as needed. • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of communications through metrics such as website traffic, engagement levels, email open/read rates, and post-communication feedback. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Exceptional writing and editing skills with attention to clarity and tone. • Skills in communicating ideas clearly and effectively across various audiences. • Highly organized with strong planning and prioritization abilities. • Abilities in being detail-oriented and accurate in all aspects of work. • Proficiency skills in Microsoft Office 365, including Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. • Demonstrates both creative problem-solving and analytical thinking skills. • Strong time management skills; able to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities. • Abilities to thrive in various, collaborative team environments while also working independently. • Skilled in analyzing communication-related data and recommending strategic improvements. • Proven leadership skill capabilities with experience guiding teams and projects. • Skills in collaborating with subject matter experts to develop clear, targeted messaging for internal and external communications. Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required. • Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience. Preferred Qualifications FLSA Exempt Full Time/Part Time Full Time Number of Hours Worked per Week 40 Job FTE 1.0 Work Calendar Fiscal Job Category Communication and Marketing Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits Rate of Pay $59,404-$74,254 Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) Grade 8 Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity. The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator. Career Stream and Level PC2 Job Family Communications Job Function Communications & Marketing Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) Number of Vacancies 1 Target Hire Date 10/31/2025 Expected End Date Contact Information for Candidates Kris Peabody, Operations Manager | kpeabody@arizona.edu Open Date 9/22/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter Special Instructions to Applicant Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.