CSUF-posted about 12 hours ago
Full-time • Director
Fullerton, CA
1,001-5,000 employees

The President’s Office at California State University, Fullerton is seeking an exceptional individual to join the team as the Director of Presidential Communications (Administrator II). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude, an active, energetic mind, and a leadership style that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness. The Director of Presidential Communications plays a pivotal role in advancing the mission, vision, and priorities of California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) through clear, authentic, and impactful communications. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Strategic Communications and Brand Management, the Director provides high-level leadership in developing and executing comprehensive communications strategies that amplify the voice and thought leadership of the President and university leadership, while strengthening engagement and trust across the campus community. The Director works collaboratively across university divisions, colleges, and units, ensuring that communications reflect the institution’s mission, values, and strategic direction. The successful candidate will be a highly skilled communicator, strategist, and advisor, capable of navigating complex issues with discretion, diplomacy, and sound judgment. The role requires a proactive, strategic thinker with an eye toward excellence and a high standard of ethics, discretion, and confidentiality in dealing with internal and external constituencies and stakeholders. Other duties as assigned.

  • Developing and executing comprehensive communications strategies that amplify the voice and thought leadership of the President and university leadership
  • Strengthening engagement and trust across the campus community
  • Ensuring that communications reflect the institution’s mission, values, and strategic direction
  • Navigating complex issues with discretion, diplomacy, and sound judgment
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college of university in Journalism, Public Relations, Communications, English, or related field.
  • Five to seven years of professional experience writing executive, advocacy, or legislative communications for public or private sector senior executives.
  • Demonstrated excellent written communication skills, specifically as an executive speechwriter.
  • Experience managing voice and message strategies.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop, analyze, use, and present data and metrics as part of the project management process.
  • Experience working effectively with a wide range of collaborators—including academic environments, executive leadership, stakeholders, influencers, staff, alumni, community groups, donors, and elected officials.
  • A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment.
  • Knowledge of methods for researching and identifying communication needs and target audiences through knowledge of web and social media communication platforms, tools, and best practices.
  • Knowledge of interview techniques to effectively define and deliver messages.
  • Ability to interview, research, and write for web, print, and social media.
  • Knowledge of policies, procedures, and regulations pertaining to discrimination, harassment, or related in a public sector organization.
  • Knowledge of relevant Federal and State laws, CSU Executive Orders, and California State University, Fullerton policies.
  • Knowledge of the complexity of historical, national, and local contexts regarding race and equity.
  • Demonstrated project management skills.
  • Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing, including communicating with empathy, accuracy, and cultural competency at all work levels.
  • Experience with data visualization tools and graphic design is desirable.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to establish and maintain professional relationships with students, staff, faculty, campus, and system-wide administrators, and visitors to the campus community.
  • Skill in communicating with tact and diplomacy.
  • Skill in utilizing various software applications such as Word, Excel, Google Chrome, and Google Suite with a high degree of accuracy and speed.
  • Knowledge of AI or ChatGPT and 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 savviness, including knowledge and experience in various communication channels, project management, and data capture platforms to design and capture multichannel content distribution.
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