Associate Vice Chancellor and Chief Communications & Marketing Officer
Priority Application Deadline: 02/03/2026
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Category: Campus Administration and Operations
Organization: Chancellor
Department: Chancellors Office Gen Ops Dept
Location: Main Campus - UCR
Salary: $161,500 - $285,100
Date Posted: January 12, 2026
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Schedule: 8AM - 5PM
Full/Part Time: Full-time (100%)
Level of Supervision: General Direction
Personnel Program Code: Management & Sr Professional
Other Information: Qualifies for Employee Referral Bonus: No | UC Internal Job: No
The University of California, Riverside (UCR) is seeking a strategic, creative, and collaborative leader to serve as the Associate Vice Chancellor and Chief Communications & Marketing Officer (AVC/CCMO). As a key member of the Chancellor’s leadership team, the AVC/CCMO will be responsible for developing and directing communications and marketing strategies for the University, advancing the Chancellor’s goal of elevating UCR’s brand and reputation on both national and international levels, and ensuring consistent and collaborative messaging across campus.
- Develop and direct comprehensive communication and marketing strategies that align with UCR’s strategic priorities.
- Collaborate with communications staff and partners across departments to implement integrated initiatives.
- Create and execute a strategic roadmap to achieve branding, visibility, and reputation goals.
- Provide guidance and oversight to university-wide communications and marketing teams for consistency and collaboration.
- Work closely with the Chancellor, Associate Chancellor, and other campus executives to align messaging and storytelling.
- Consult and advise campus leaders to ensure consistent engagement with diverse audiences, including faculty, staff, alumni, donors, local leaders, and prospective students.
Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position and are not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Candidates must comply with all applicable University policies, collective bargaining agreements, and federal, state, or local government directives.
UCR is an equal opportunity employer. Please see the full leadership profile and application details at UCR Affairs .
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