Internal Communications Specialist

Fellowship of Catholic University Students•Golden, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

FOCUS is a Catholic outreach dedicated to sharing the hope and joy of the Gospel with college students and beyond. As our apostolate grows, strong internal communication is vital to ensure our staff remains aligned, informed, and mission-focused. This role will contribute to strengthening the clarity and consistency of internal communication across various audiences and channels.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to clarity and detail
Mission-aligned, self-motivated, and deeply committed to serving others
Highly organized and detail-focused, with a solutions-oriented mindset
Strong collaborator, able to work effectively across teams and adapt communication for different audiences
Willingness to learn (or prior experience with) tools such as Smartsheets, SharePoint, Workshop, and other systems

Nice To Haves

Background in communications, marketing, or a related field

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Manager to improve the weekly internal newsletter, including drafting/coordinating articles, editing for clarity and audience, and managing publication requests.
Build content calendars and engagement plans for different staff audiences.
Support the development of key messaging, including talking points, presentations, and organizational resources.
Contribute to employee engagement initiatives through internal communications projects, research, and evaluation of tools and platforms.
Track and report on key metrics (e.g., engagement, message clarity, employee sentiment).
Assist with audits of communication platforms to ensure content remains current and effective.
Support calendar management and cross-team coordination, including updates to national and DSC calendars.
Engage in personal Mission Partner Development (MPD) efforts and fundraise on behalf of FOCUS, receiving world-class training and ample time for fundraising.

Benefits

Medical, Vision and Dental insurance
Ability to contribute to a Health Savings Account
Employer-provided life insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Option to purchase additional life insurance for yourself, your spouse and your child(ren)
403(b) retirement plan with a discretionary employer-match for eligible staff
Option to purchase LifeLock Identity Protection
Integrity-based Paid Time Off
Paid parental leave
Observation of many paid holidays recognized by fellow Americans and some feast days of Holy Mother Church
Office closure from December 24-January 1 each year (Sacred Christmas Respite)