Senior Communications Officer

Nevada State University

Nevada, US
Base: $86,445; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
Executive communications
Media relations management
Speechwriting for president
The Senior Communications Officer will provide comprehensive communications support to the Office of the President and the institution, including executive, media, internal, and crisis communications

Job Summary

  • The Senior Communications Officer will provide comprehensive communications support to the Office of the President and the institution, including executive, media, internal, and crisis communications.
  • This role requires close collaboration with the Office of the President and the Executive Team to ensure alignment with institutional messages, themes, and priorities, and serves as the primary speechwriter for the President.
  • Nevada State University offers excellent benefits, including a 19.25% retirement match, 24 annual leave days, 30 sick leave days, 12 paid holidays, and three health insurance plans.

Matching Summary

The Senior Communications Officer will provide comprehensive communications support to the Office of the President and the institution, including executive, media, internal, and crisis communications.

Salary

Base: $86,445; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 19.25% retirement match, 24 annual leave days, 30 sick leave days, 12 paid holidays, educational benefits, three health insurance plans

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Executive Communications
  • Media Relations Management
  • Speechwriting for President
  • Internal Communications Strategy
  • Crisis Communications Planning

Nice-to-have

  • Fostering inclusive campus culture
  • Supporting underrepresented students
  • Collaborating with diverse teams
  • Advancing institutional mission

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism or Communications
  • Five (5) years of related professional experience
  • Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship

Work Rights

Not specified

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