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Social Media Program Manager


Company : University of Colorado


Location : Aurora, CO


Created : 2026-02-06


Job Type : Full Time


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Social Media Program Manager Description University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Department: Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences - Marketing, Communications, and Alumni Relations Job Title: Social Media Program Manager Position #: 00844882 - Requisition #:38890 Job Summary: Key Responsibilities: + Lead and execute the Dean's LinkedIn strategy, crafting thought-leadership content, managing the executive voice, and expanding the Dean's national digital influence. + Develop and manage the school's broader social media strategy across LinkedIn, Meta, and other priority platforms to elevate reputation, visibility, and engagement. + Create compelling content that showcases faculty expertise, research breakthroughs, student success stories, alumni achievements, and institutional recognition. + Collaborate with senior leadership, marketing, admissions, advancement, and faculty to source, shape, and refine high-impact digital storytelling. + Track, analyze, and report social media performance, using data to optimize strategy and demonstrate measurable impact on institutional goals. Work Location: Hybrid Why Join Us: Why work for the University? + Medical: Multiple plan options + Dental: Multiple plan options + Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision + Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay + Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year + Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours) + Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual) + Holiday Days: 10/year + Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses + ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: + Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field. + Four (4) years of professional social media management experience, with strong expertise in LinkedIn. Preferred Qualifications: + Experience in higher education, healthcare, academic medicine, or research institutions. + Experience working with senior leaders or faculty. + Demonstrated experience managing or supporting executive-level social media accounts. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: + Excellent writing and editing skills, with the ability to adapt tone for institutional and executive audiences. + Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders. + Basic design or multimedia skills (e.g., Canva, short-form video). + Strategic thinker with a creative drive and attention to detail. + High level of professionalism and discretion. + Strong judgment and editorial instincts. + Proactive, organized, and comfortable working independently. + A passion for higher education, research, and health impact. + Familiarity with university rankings, reputation management, or thought leadership strategy. How to Apply: 1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position. 2. Curriculum vitae / Resume 3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address. Screening of Applications Begins: Anticipated Pay Range: $65,105 - $82,813 Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: ADA Statement: Background Check Statement: Vaccination Statement: Job Category Primary Location Schedule Posting Date Unposting Date To apply, visit ( Copyright 2025 Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency ( Social Media Program Manager - 38890 University Staff As the Social Media Program Manager, you become the architect behind the school's most influential storytelling, elevating the Dean's national presence on LinkedIn, amplifying groundbreaking research, and showcasing the people and ideas driving the future of pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences. You'll collaborate with senior leadership, faculty experts, and cross-campus partners to translate complex academic work into compelling narratives, while also developing school-wide campaigns that highlight faculty discoveries, student achievements, and major research milestones. Through strategic content creation, active engagement, and data-driven optimization, your work will directly shape how peers, policymakers, healthcare leaders, and prospective students perceive the school, offering both immediate impact and long-term career growth within a dynamic academic medical campus. - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings. The Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, located at the Anschutz Medical Campus, is an internationally renowned School of Pharmacy and a top tier research school ranked in the top 10% of more than 140 schools in the country for research grant funding. At the Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, we are committed to excellence and innovation in professional, graduate, and post-graduate education; scholarship and research; patient-centered care; public health advocacy; and societal leadership and engagement. Together, our innovation, discoveries and engagement with our communities improve the health and well-being of society.We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday, vacation, and sick leave The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage (. Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):Questions should be directed to: Lori Westermann, ( Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by 3/24/26 The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as .The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.Total Compensation Calculator ( CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination 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. The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at (. The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees. CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases (. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program (. Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References : Communication : Hybrid Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20518 - SOP-Administration : Full-time : Feb 3, 2026 : Feb 25, 2026, 6:59:00 AM Posting Contact Name: Lori Westermann Posting Contact Email: ( Position Number: 00844882jeid-f871d4d298bb9d46a31d9942247c2eb6The 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.