The California State University is hiring: Director, of Executive Communication

Apply now Job no: 543890Work type: Management (MPP)Location: FullertonCategories: MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full TimeJob Title Director of Executive CommunicationClassification Administrator IIAutoReqId 543890Department President’s OfficeDivision President’s OfficeSalary Range (Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $11,700 - $14,300 per month)Appointment Type At-WillTime Base Full TimeWork Schedule Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMAbout CSUF Standing on 241 acres in the heart of Southern California, the University was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 40,000 students. As Titans, we believe that diverse perspectives deepen our understanding. We are committed to giving students the support they need to graduate, while responding to California’s revolving workforce needs. At Cal State Fullerton, we strive for continual improvement of students, staff, faculty, and administrators through orientations, training programs, and professional development opportunities.Job Summary The Director of Executive Communications will be a key member of the President’s Leadership team to align internal and external communication efforts reflecting the vision and mission of the University. The director works with the Chancellor’s Office, the vice presidents’ communications teams, the Chief of Staff, and Strategic Communications to ensure messaging is aligned with the CSU mission, president’s vision, and CSUF brand.The ideal candidate should have a positive attitude, an active, energetic mind, and a leadership style characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness. This position reports directly to the Chief of Staff and ensures the president is informed and prepared for all events. The director is responsible for leading communication strategy development while cultivating and maintaining effective relationships across the university and with community partners.The director will research, plan, and write a wide range of communications including speeches, talking points, campus announcements, donor collateral, signature publications, position briefings, podcasts, video scripting, social content, marketing, promotional, policy-related communications, and thought leadership and opinion columns for regional and national media outlets. The position ensures the clear communication of the President’s goals and priorities, aligning them with the university’s mission, values, and strategic direction.This is achieved through multi-channel strategies, including speechwriting, talking points, scripts, presentations, event support, social media content, correspondence, reports, website management, and stakeholder messaging. The role requires a proactive, strategic thinker with high ethical standards, discretion, and confidentiality in working with internal and external stakeholders. The incumbent will collaborate with the Chief of Staff and the leadership issues management team, helping to develop and disseminate messaging for pending issues and crisis communication. The director also works discreetly on sensitive assignments with sound judgment, maintaining the trust and confidence of the University President, senior leadership, and staff. Other duties as assigned.Diversity Statement A Diversity Statement is required below, please be sure to address the following as a minimum:What diversity means to you.A description of your experiences with a diverse range of individuals.A description of how issues of diversity have impacted you personally or professionally.Essential Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a related field and a minimum of five years of related professional experience researching, writing, editing, and proofing diverse editorial content, sometimes within highly condensed timeframes. Demonstrated ability to adapt writing to reflect the character, voice, and expressions of another person (e.g., an organization's chief executive). Experience in, knowledge of, and ability to synthesize and express complex public-policy issues related to higher education in California and the nation. Demonstrated ability to understand differing stakeholder audiences and differing content environments, adjusting editorial content accordingly. In-depth knowledge of overall university communication objectives. Ability to work independently, exercising sound judgment. Ability to understand issues from a broad, strategic perspective. Expert networking and interpersonal skills including strong consultative and persuasive skills to work with internal and external constituents. Demonstrated organizational skills. Proficiency in various software applications such as Word, Excel, and Google Suite with a high degree of accuracy and speed. Knowledge of Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Chat Generative Pre-trained Transformer (ChatGPT) and their impact on communications and content strategies. Ability to function independently and organize workload with close attention to detail, manage multiple tasks and timelines, and make appropriate decisions following campus policies and procedures. Demonstrated technology competence.Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in journalism, public relations, communications, English, or related field. Minimum of five years of experience working on executive-level projects. Experience working within an academic setting. Experience with social media, digital, in-person, and traditional environments to communicate with various audiences. Experience working with confidential and sensitive information. Experience with data visualization tools, web editing, and graphic design. Experience using digital and multichannel platforms including web, social media, and traditional formats to effectively communicate to a portfolio of diverse audiences. Experience working in a fast-paced environment. Experience in an institutional/educational environment utilizing a customer-oriented and service-centered attitude.Applications received by November 15, 2024, will receive priority consideration during the first review.California State University, Fullerton celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the University’s strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.The person holding this position is considered a limited mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirement outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process. Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration.California State University, Fullerton is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e., H1-B Visas).Advertised: Oct 21 2024 Pacific Daylight TimeApplications close: Nov 21 2024 Pacific Standard Time#J-18808-Ljbffr