University of Houston is hiring an Executive Director, Communications for the College of Natural Sciences & Math. The role oversees internal and external communications, directs a comprehensive communications and marketing program, and acts as the primary media contact for various news organizations to enhance the college's visibility.
Highlights
• Develop and manage communications and media relations programs to increase college visibility locally and internationally.
• Serve as primary media contact and advise senior administration, faculty, and staff on media and external relations.
• Act as marketing liaison for student organization events such as lectures and symposia.
• Build relationships with community, government agencies, and key constituent groups to strengthen communications.
• Maintain and manage electronic content for college websites and potentially coordinate social media for alumni groups.
• Administer special events, marketing, media relations, and other college advancement activities.
• Review, edit, and authorize content and oversee design of college publications.
• Requires strong background in science and health-related news writing, knowledge of AP Style, team management experience, and project management skills.
• Minimum of five years of directly related experience or equivalent education; requires a four-year degree or equivalent specialized training.
• Salary commensurate with experience and education.