Building the Future at Sonoma State University
Do you have a passion for innovative storytelling and impactful communication? We're on the lookout for a visionary leader to join our team as the Director of Strategic Communication!
What You’ll Do:
As the Director of Strategic Communication, you will spearhead efforts to define and execute the organization's communication strategy. This pivotal role involves leading dynamic teams, building strong stakeholder relationships, and delivering creative and compelling content across various channels. You’ll have the opportunity to shape narratives that amplify our mission, values, and vision.
Why You’ll Love It Here:
- Innovate & Create: We offer a supportive environment where creativity thrives. Your vision will have a direct impact on shaping the future of our communication strategy and engaging audiences far and wide.
- Diverse & Inclusive Environment: Join a community that celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our work.
- Beautiful Campus: Our 269-acre campus is nestled in the stunning Sonoma hills, offering breathtaking views, green spaces, and a community vibe that’s truly one-of-a-kind.
Check out the position description listed above for full scope of responsibilities and qualifications.
If you’re ready to inspire, lead, and make a difference, we invite you to apply and start your journey with us at Sonoma State University!
Sonoma State University is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. In line with our Strategic Plan and our Seawolf Commitment, our values include diversity, sustainability, community engagement, respect, responsibility, excellence and integrity. We strive to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. We encourage innovation, experimentation and creativity, as well as contributions to equity and inclusion, in the pursuit of excellence for all members of our university community.
Sonoma State University embraces innovation in our quest to be a national model for public higher education by 2025. Our students graduate prepared to meet the challenges of the 21st century and to make an impact in the community and the world. SSU’s core values include Diversity and Social Justice; Sustainability and Environmental Inquiry; Connectivity and Community Engagement; and Adaptability and Responsiveness.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
This position is open until filled. For full consideration, please submit application, resume and cover letter addressing the below prompt by Friday, May 16th.
PROMPT: The Director of Communications role relies on a team-oriented management approach, a solid understanding of current communications tools and resources, and a strategic mindset, often on a tight schedule. In your cover letter, please provide examples from your past work that demonstrate your ability to lead communications initiatives; your understanding of communications tools and platforms; development and implementation of communications strategies; and your leadership style.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Click "Apply Now" to apply to this position. Materials submitted with your application will not be returned. The ADA Coordinator is available, at 707/664-2664, to assist individuals with disabilities in need of accommodation during the hiring process.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Starting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and is anticipated to be in the range of $7,500 to $9,167 a month. This position is a member of the Management Personnel Plan and serves at the pleasure of the President. This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 15 paid holidays are offered each year and a Personal Holiday that may be taken any time during the year. Sonoma State University is also a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Employer. A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by clicking here.
Supplemental Information
Sonoma State University is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. In line with our Strategic Plan and our Seawolf Commitment, our values include diversity, sustainability, community engagement, respect, responsibility, excellence and integrity. We strive to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. We encourage innovation, experimentation and creativity, as well as contributions to equity and inclusion, in the pursuit of excellence for all members of our university community.
The University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. Mandated Reporting: This position may be considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
The CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption and thereafter comply with routine campus testing requirements. Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to comply with this requirement. To learn more about the vaccination requirement at Sonoma State, please visit: https://covid19.sonoma.edu/vaccine-requirement-information.
CSU Out of State Policy - Sonoma State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current employees who apply for this position.
Sonoma State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff positions (i.e. H-1B visas).
Positions are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.
For questions related to the application process, please reach out to hr@sonoma.edu. The ADA Coordinator is also available (hraccommodations@sonoma.edu) to assist individuals with disabilities in need of accommodation during the hiring process.
