Rutgers University · 2 hours ago
Director of Executive Communications
New Brunswick, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$109K/yr - $166K/yr
5+ years expRutgers University is a leading national research university in New Jersey, seeking a Director of Executive Communications for the New Brunswick Chancellor. The role involves serving as the principal strategist for the Chancellor’s communications, shaping the institution’s messaging, and providing strategic advice while managing various communication channels and materials.
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Responsibilities
Shapes and elevates the voice, visibility, and impact of the Chancellor of Rutgers–New Brunswick, advancing the institution’s mission, vision, and priorities through consistent, compelling, and data-informed executive communications
Functions as a strategic advisor to the Chancellor, providing counsel on messaging and public engagement
Works closely with the Vice Chancellor for Communications & Marketing to align communications strategy while ensuring the Chancellor’s distinctive voice and brand identity are consistently represented
Leads the development and execution of clear, compelling, and consistent messaging for the Chancellor across written, digital, and spoken formats
Drafts, edits, and produces a wide range of communications including speeches, emails, talking points, statements, presentations, and constituent responses, ensuring accuracy, tone alignment, and message discipline
Anticipates communication needs by monitoring campus issues, national trends, and feedback from university leadership
Manages day-to-day operation of the Chancellor’s communication channels and ensures content is aligned with the Chancellor’s priorities
Manages the Office of the Chancellor email inbox ensuring timely, coordinated, and comprehensive responses
Coordinates with senior leaders; and school/department communicators, to ensure message alignment and appropriate sequencing
Reviews engagement and performance metrics and provides recommendations to improve clarity, reach, and resonance
Produces and manages content for presentations, high-profile events, video scripts, talking points, op-eds, multimedia pieces, and major campus announcements
Develops messaging frameworks and thematic narratives for annual priorities, major initiatives, and Chancellor-led projects
Prepares the Chancellor for public appearances, meetings, and interviews through well-researched briefing materials, background notes, and key message guidance
Maintains and updates content on the Chancellor’s website, LinkedIn page, and emerging platforms, ensuring a cohesive executive digital brand
Tailors messaging to diverse internal and external audiences and adapts communications based on engagement insights and audience response
Supports the planning and rollout of high-visibility university initiatives by coordinating messaging, timing, and supporting materials across stakeholders
Builds relationships with campus partners to gather information, ensure readiness for announcements, and streamline communication flow
Helps identify authentic visibility opportunities such as thought-leadership placements, campus engagements, and community/partner communications
Coordinates logistics and communication needs for public events and appearances, ensuring the Chancellor is fully prepared with accurate and impactful materials
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree preferably in communications, public relations, journalism, public policy, English, marketing, or a related field
Minimum of five years of progressive experience in executive communications, speechwriting, strategic communications, or related roles
Must anticipate needs, navigate sensitive matters with discretion, and translate the Chancellor's leadership priorities into powerful, resonant communications that reach diverse internal and external audiences
Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills with the ability to craft compelling messages for diverse audiences
Demonstrated ability to translate complex topics into clear, accessible communications
Proven experience advising senior leaders and navigating sensitive or high-stakes issues with discretion
Strong strategic thinking, planning, and project management skills
Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
High proficiency with digital content management systems, email platforms, social media, and analytics tools
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with senior leaders, faculty, staff, and external partners
Preferred
Master's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, higher education administration, public policy, or related field
7-10 years
Experience working in higher education, public sector leadership, or executive-level communications
Experience developing message frameworks and managing complex communication rollouts
Familiarity with multimedia content development and executive digital branding
Benefits
Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
Life insurance coverage
Employee discount programs
Company
Rutgers University
Rutgers University is an institution for higher education for doctoral and professional degree programs.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$27.84MKey Investors
Ferrero HazelnutNational Institute for Innovation in Manufacturing BiopharmaceuticalsNew Jersey Department of Environmental Protection
2024-11-15Grant· $0.16M
2024-04-09Grant
2024-03-26Grant· $0.1M
Leadership Team
Michele Norin
Sr. Vice President and Chief Information Officer
Jim Simon
Professor
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