The University of Michigan School of Public Health began its pursuit of a healthier world in 1941. Ranked among the top public health schools in the country, Michigan Public Health educates and trains more than 1,000 graduate and undergraduate students each year. Our interdisciplinary strength empowers us to develop new solutions to complex health challenges. We pursue a healthier, more equitable world through education, research and action. We aim to recruit staff members who demonstrate a commitment to contributing to a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for all members of our community.

Michigan Public Health is looking for a Marketing and Communications Coordinator to join the school's Marketing and Communications team. Reporting to the Director of Creative and Brand Experience, you will help enhance engagement with internal audiences through many communications channels and event experiences, along with managing additional administrative responsibilities.

The Marketing and Communication team prioritizes creativity, collaboration and communication. We pride ourselves on working together to produce high-quality and impactful work in the most efficient and strategic way possible to grow the goals of the school and its departments.

Candidates for this position are effective communicators and passionate about teamwork. Experience working while working on projects both independently and collaboratively is important. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds who share our passion for developing innovative solutions.

Internal Communications

• Lead content development and distribution of weekly internal newsletters. Analyze newsletter metrics to make data-informed recommendations for continuous improvement.

• Coordinate content and development of the school wide intranet, while looking for continuous improvement for the user experience.

• In partnership with team members and internal partners, carry out the strategy for communicating with internal audiences through multiple channels.

• In partnership with team members, manage a comprehensive internal communications calendar.

• Direct the production of internal messaging for physical spaces, including table tents, showcase, digital displays and branded building signage, ensuring brand alignment. 

Events Support

• In partnership with team members and key school partners, contribute to the strategic planning, management and execution of Michigan Public Health signature events and programming including both in-person and virtual events.

• Create event documents including agendas, memos, maps, drawings, name tags, directional signage, staff tasks and other informational materials.

• Coordinate with vendors including caterers, audio/visual companies, florists, photographers and others to ensure flawless event execution.

• Staff Michigan Public Health events and provide guidance to team members, programming partners, and other volunteers.

• In partnership with team members, ensure alignment messaging for event attendees including pre- and post-event communications.

Administrative Support

• Manage inventory of marketing promotional items and printed collateral, including purchasing, vendor relations and internal partner support.

• Coordinate the management of marketing and communication digital assets including photos, videos, and audio.

• Coordinate other administrative responsibilities such as mailing, document preparation, and correspondence.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent,.

• Outstanding organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.

• Contributed to a collaborative, team-based, positive work environment.

• Proven ability to learn quickly and work efficiently.

• Will work occasional nights or weekends. Night and weekend work requirements will occur approximately 6-8 times per year for event support.

Travel/Hours

The ability to travel occasionally is needed for this role. This position may travel 4-6 times per year for out-of-town events and conferences.  

Michigan Public Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic staff member with a commitment to contributing to a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for all members of our community. 

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

U-M COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

COVID-19 vaccinations are now required for all University of Michigan students, faculty and staff across all three campuses, including Michigan Medicine, by the start of the fall term on August 30, 2021.  This includes those working or learning remotely.  More information on this policy is available on the Campus Blueprint website or the U-M Dearborn and U-M Flint websites.