Job Details

Employee Wellness Events and Outreach Coordinator

Position Number: 6916900
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Extension and Outreach

Employee Wellness Events and Outreach Coordinator

Requisition Number: 70023
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: University Staff
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 15-Feb-2026
Date Posted:

Job Summary

The University of Colorado Boulder encourages applications for an Employee Wellness Events and Outreach Coordinator! This role oversees the planning, implementation, and evaluation of events and programs supporting the health and wellness of staff and faculty. This role focuses on creating engaging and evidence-based initiatives, including workshops, events, and challenges as a way to engage employees and promote comprehensive health. The coordinator works closely with internal departments and external partners to cultivate a culture of well-being that aligns with the university's mission and values.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination 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.

Who We Are

Employee Health & Well-Being (EHWB) provides resources, services and education across the dimensions of wellness to empower faculty and staff, allowing them to thrive. To support faculty and staff individually and professionally, we are investing in new programs, resources and partnerships to empower individuals and transform workplaces. We provide many resources and tools to help employees stay healthy, take control of their finances, or seek support for mental health at work and beyond.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Program Development and Coordination

Organize signature employee wellness events and regular programs and activities. Coordinate program logistics including schedules, materials, venues, catering, speakers/educators, registration, communication with participants, and other key details.
Develop annual wellness programming calendar, in coordination with the EHWB units, that incorporates seasonal themes, campus priorities, and employee feedback; topics may include physical fitness, work/life balance, mental health, and more.
Partner with EHWB departments and other campus units, such as Faculty Affairs, Human Resources, CALM Center, Faculty & Staff Assistance Program, and others to deliver programming and outreach.
Engage employees by developing creative strategies to increase participation and build awareness of available resources.
Support EHWB presentations and outreach requests.

Collaboration and Administration

Support wellness-related committees, task forces, and employee resource groups as needed.
Manage event budgets, track expenditures, and recommend cost-effective solutions.
Build and manage relationships with local community organizations, health providers, and vendors.
Liaise with marketing and communications representatives.

Assessment and Reporting

Collect and analyze participation data, feedback, and outcomes to measure program effectiveness.
Prepare reports and presentations for leadership to demonstrate impact and recommend improvements.
Stay current with standard processes and trends in workplace health promotion and higher education well-being.

What You Should Know

The work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with occasional nights and weekends required as needed. The position works under a hybrid work modality, and is in the office an average of 2-3 days per week.

What We Can Offer

The salary range for this role is $50,000 - $54,080 annually.

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.

Be Statements

Be engaged. Be impactful. Be Boulder.

What We Require

Bachelor's Degree or a combination of education and relevant experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis.
1 year experience in one or more of the following: Public speaking/presenting to small and large groups of people, experience planning and delivering events, budget management experience, or administrative tasks such as communication and scheduling.

What You Will Need

Strong public speaking/facilitation skills.
High attention to detail across all mediums of communication and logistics.
Demonstrated ability to focus on the employee experience while managing concurrent tasks and multiple key partners.
Desire to continually improve, seek information and look for new approaches to processes and practices.
Ability to collaborate and form relationships across campus.
Emphasis on creating a welcoming environment that improves the success of all staff and faculty.
Ability to build partnerships and work well with others to meet shared objectives.
Computer skills including software (Microsoft 365 apps including SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams or similar), email communication tools, and web-based applications.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

A current resume.
A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by February 15, 2026 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Employee-Wellness-Events-and-Outreach-Coordinator/70023