**Outreach & Engagement Regional Program Manager** **University of Colorado Denver** **Description** **Who We Are:** **Position Summary:** **Where You Will Work:** **Diversity and Equity:** **Duties & Responsibilities:** + Build meaningful, strategic, and ongoing relationships with diverse constituencies. These constituencies include but are not limited to the K-12 school system, students and families of school-age children, other higher education institutions, business groups and industry partners, health care providers, community organizations, foundations, etc. + Educate the public and business, civic and education groups about the student opportunities, academic programs, and value that CU provides to Coloradans. + Serve as a hub to connect individuals and entities in ecosystems important to CU and to all four campuses. + Serve as a hub to connect the university to industry to optimize the workforce pipeline. + Foster important connections and trust with diverse communities. + Gather field intelligence and feedback about public perceptions of CU and community/workforce interests and needs. + Recommend membership and sponsorship opportunities with organizations important to CU's mission and goals to the Vice President of Outreach and Engagement. + Assist the Vice President of Outreach and Engagement in setting up meetings, events and other engagement opportunities with the CU president, regents, campuses and other university staff. + Collaborate with other System Office staff and campus staff to align outreach and engagement activities. **What We Offer:** **Salary:** **$110,000-$121,900** **Benefits:** + No-cost or low-cost medical & dental plan options, some inclusive of IVF assistance. + Disability, Life, Vision Insurance options. + Multiple retirement planning options including a mandatory 401(a) plan where CU contributes 10% of your gross pay, a 401k or 403b plan and a 457 deferred compensation plan. + Pre-tax savings plans, such as Health care and Dependent care flexible spending accounts. + Embrace a healthy work-life balance with ample sick and vacation leave, along with at least 12 paid holidays. This includes a dedicated week off for winter break. + 6 weeks of parental leave to adjust to the joys of parenthood. + A tuition benefit program for you and/or your dependents. + Free RTD EcoPass and Free Onsite Parking at our 1800 Grant Street Office. + Many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5788577&targetURL=https://advantage.cu.edu/) . **Qualifications:** **Minimum Qualifications:** **Please ensure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against these qualifications. You must meet all minimum requirements listed at the time of application to be considered for this role.** + Five (5) years of relevant work experience in an outward facing role for a community-based or regional-based advocacy organization, a non-profit, or in a community relations position. + Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education. + Ability to work after hours and occasional weekends or on-call, as needed. + Ability to travel in-state occasionally. **Preferred Qualifications:** + Seven (7) years of relevant work experience. + Knowledge of the K-12 education system in Colorado. + Knowledge of higher education institutions in Colorado. + Bilingual; Spanish **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:** + Demonstrated experience in relationship and partnership building and ongoing relationship management with a broad and diverse body of constituencies. + Proven success in promoting equity and inclusion in the workforce and continual achievement of inclusive excellence. + Ability to exercise sound judgment regarding confidential and sensitive information. + Strong organizational skills, including the ability to set and meet goals and deadlines. + Excellent verbal and written communications skills. + Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and reliable professional judgment, as well as work collaboratively with a team to achieve desired results. + Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). + Experience utilizing remote, online meeting platforms (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, etc.). **How to Apply:** 1. A cover letter identifying the job specific minimum qualifications you possess 2. A resume including any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. **When to Apply:** **Monday, November 25th** **Sponsorship Statement:** **Background Check Statement:** **ADA Statement:** **Job Category** **Primary Location** **Schedule** **Posting Date** **Unposting Date** **To apply, please visit: https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=35385&lang=en (https://apptrkr.com/5788577)** Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency (https://www.jobelephant.com/) Outreach & Engagement Regional Program Manager - 35385 University Staff System Administration, which also houses the Office of the President, is located in the uptown neighborhood of Denver with a few smaller offices located on the campuses. Many of our departments support the educational and research missions of the four University of Colorado campuses, but System Administration is not considered a campus. We provide diverse opportunities for professional development, innovation, and collaboration with talented staff and faculty. Learn more about CU System Administration (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5788577&targetURL=https://www.cu.edu/cu-careers/cu-system) . The Office of Outreach & Engagement leads outreach and engagement on behalf of the president's office and the Board of Regents with key audiences across the state. The office supports the university's strategic priorities that include partnerships; community connections; programs that meet community needs; enrollment that reflects the diversity of Colorado; research collaborations with the campuses; experiential and employment opportunities for students/new alumni; and local level advocacy for CU's public policy priorities. Outreach & Engagement Regional Program Managers are field-based staff who assist in improving the public understanding and perception of CU, and to broaden and deepen CU's connections and ties to local communities across Colorado. Each Regional Program Manager must reside within a territory that will serve as that staff person's coverage area. This position is expected to focus their work in their designated communities. The Regional Program Manager in the Denver Metro Area is primarily responsible for outreach to and engaging with diverse constituencies and stakeholders in the Denver metro region. In addition, and in coordination with all four campuses, the Regional Program Manager will support and expand CU's network in ecosystems important to the university to strengthen relationships outside the university. This position reports to the Vice President of Outreach and Engagement and is exempt from the State of Colorado Classification system. This role is eligible for a hybrid schedule, working some days from home and some days in office at our 1800 Grant Street office in Denver. The University of Colorado System Administration Office is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse workforce. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. Duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to: The anticipated hiring range has been established at .CU System Administration takes into consideration a combination of the selected candidate's education, training and experience as it relates to the position, as well as the position's scope and complexity, internal pay equity and external market value when determining a salary level for potential new employees. With our unparalleled range of benefits, including top-notch healthcare, comprehensive wellness programs, enriching professional development, and a dynamic work-life balance, we ensure your holistic growth and happiness. Additional taxable fringe benefits may be available. For more information on benefits programs, please review our Comprehensive Benefits Guide (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5788577&targetURL=https://www.cu.edu/node/183087) . Access our Total Compensation Calculator (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5788577&targetURL=https://www.cu.edu/node/153125) to see what your total rewards could be at CU. (This position is a University Staff position) To be successful in this position, employees will need to know the following: For full consideration, please attach the following as separate documents to your application: Please ensure you check the "Job Specific Attachments" box next to each document on the "Required Documents" page of the application for the appropriate documents to be attached.Per the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, you are not required to provide your date of birth, dates of school attendance, or dates of graduation on your resume or cover letter. If an application requires additional materials, such as a transcript or certification, you may redact identifying information relating to your date or birth, dates of school attendance, or dates of graduation. For full consideration completed applications must be submitted by . Reference checking is a standard step in our hiring process. You may be asked to provide contact information, including email addresses, for up to five references as part of the search process for this position. *Please note: All application materials must be submitted through CU Careers; emailed materials will not be considered.* We are unable to sponsor applicants for work visas for this position. The University of Colorado is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial history, motor vehicle history and/or fingerprinting background check. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that a verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment. We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free search process. We provide accommodations for applicants requesting accommodation through the search process such as alternative formats of this posting. Individuals with disabilities in need of accommodations throughout the search process should contact the ADA Coordinator at: systemhr@cu.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5788577&targetURL=systemhr@cu.edu) .Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV : Communication : Denver Department: S0001 -- System Administration - 50050 - Government Relations : Full-time : Nov 7, 2024 : Ongoing Posting Contact Name: systemhr.recruiting@cu.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5788577&targetURL=systemhr.recruiting@cu.edu) Posting Contact Email: systemhr.recruiting@cu.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5788577&targetURL=systemhr.recruiting@cu.edu) Position Number: 00793353jeid-3bbfffa0bb73934abad9d5d888469a2a The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.