Program Assistant, Scrivner Institute of Public Policy

Program Assistant, Scrivner Institute of Public Policy

Essential Functions:

Communications:

• Developing external and internal communications, including drafting website articles and content for social media channels and newsletters
• Tracking and summarizing affiliated faculty publications and work
• Creating event flyers/graphics and promotional materials

Event Management: 

• Assisting with logistical preparation for events, workshops, and meetings, including:
  • Researching potential speakers and topics;
  • Compiling and organizing event briefs and agendas;
  • Supporting event promotion;
  • Making room reservations;
  • Helping with catering logistics;
  • Tracking RSVPs and attendance information;
  • Supporting day of event with set-up/clean-up, speaker engagement, photos, and notes

General Administration:

• Supporting the general administration of the Institute, including helping affiliated faculty and staff with adhoc projects and research
• Collecting and organizing Institute data and metrics for record-keeping and evaluation

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

The following KSAs are necessary for this position: 

• Strong writing and editing skills 
• Ability to synthesize complex information for a general audience 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact with stakeholders of all levels and from diverse backgrounds 
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks independently and with attention to detail and independently 
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, Forms, and PowerPoint 

The following KSAs are helpful for this position but can also be developed on the job: 

• Experience creating content for social media (LinkedIn and Blue Sky), newsletters, and website articles 
• Experience with Canva or similar platform for designing graphics and flyers 
• Experience with event management, particularly at DU (room reservations via 25Live, registration via Crimson Connect, speaker prep, promotions) 
• Interest in public policy, particularly local and state policy 

Required Qualifications: 

• Korbel student (minors accepted) enrolled for the 2026-2027 academic year and based in Denver.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MPP and PPOL students are especially encouraged to apply. 
• Work study funding can be utilized for this position but is not a requirement.

Work Schedule & Considerations:

• The work schedule will be flexible and variable as the need for support varies on a week-to-week basis depending on events and other programming.
• In general, we anticipate this position would work an average of 5 hours weekly, with more hours likely around events.
• Please note that majority of the work can be performed remotely, but we require in-person support for events and meetings.

Working Environment: 

• Most work can be done remotely with an internet connection and computer.
• In-person work required for events and periodic meetings. 

Physical Activities: 

• Occasional lifting and moving of supplies and boxes up to 20 lbs.
• Moving of furniture such as tables and chairs for events.

Compensation and Benefits: 

• Students will be paid $20.50 per hour with the opportunity for yearly increases, dependent on performance.
• In compliance with Colorado’s Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA), non-benefited employees accrue one hour of paid leave for every 30 hours worked up to a maximum of 48 hours per year.