Director of Executive Communications
North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University, Greensboro, NC, United States
Position Overview
The primary purpose of this position is to direct and manage the Chancellor's comprehensive executive communications portfolio, including written, digital, and media-facing communications. The Director provides strategic counsel, prepares executive messaging, oversees the Chancellor's public and digital presence, and coordinates media engagement in partnership with University Relations.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, English, or a related field from an accredited institution.
Minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible professional experience in executive communications, speechwriting, media relations, or strategic communications.
Demonstrated experience directly supporting senior executive leadership in a complex organization.
Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex institutional issues into clear and compelling messaging.
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training, Education
Master's degree in a related field preferred.
Experience in higher education, government, or similarly complex institutions strongly desired.
Demonstrated political acumen, discretion, and executive-level judgment.
Experience serving as a principal speechwriter for a president, chancellor, CEO, or comparable executive.
Experience managing executive social media presence and media engagement.
Special Instructions to Applicant You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application.
Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting.
Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.
Employee Benefits
Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
Community Service Leave
Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
12 Paid Holidays
Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Campus Recreation Center Discount
University Bookstore Discount
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Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, English, or a related field from an accredited institution.
Minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible professional experience in executive communications, speechwriting, media relations, or strategic communications.
Demonstrated experience directly supporting senior executive leadership in a complex organization.
Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex institutional issues into clear and compelling messaging.
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training, Education
Master's degree in a related field preferred.
Experience in higher education, government, or similarly complex institutions strongly desired.
Demonstrated political acumen, discretion, and executive-level judgment.
Experience serving as a principal speechwriter for a president, chancellor, CEO, or comparable executive.
Experience managing executive social media presence and media engagement.
Special Instructions to Applicant You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application.
Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting.
Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.
Employee Benefits
Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
Community Service Leave
Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
12 Paid Holidays
Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Campus Recreation Center Discount
University Bookstore Discount
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