Wsutech

Director of Communications & Public Relations

Wichita, Kansas, United States · Director

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 8 days ago

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About the role

This role is ideal for someone who can move between big-picture planning and hands-on execution, bringing clarity, creativity, organization, and strong judgment to a fast-paced communications environment.
You'll help translate institutional priorities into clear, engaging communication strategies that reach internal and external audiences.
Oversee major college events and special projects from planning through execution, ensuring they reflect WSU Tech's brand, voice, and standards of excellence.

Responsibilities

Lead the Voice of WSU Tech Are you a strategic communicator who thrives on storytelling, leadership, and building meaningful connections?
As Director of Communications & Public Relations, you'll work in partnership with the Executive Director of Public Affairs and Communications to support the college's communications, public relations, digital engagement, social media, and event initiatives.
You'll collaborate with campus leadership to develop impactful messaging, support media relations, oversee high-profile events, and ensure consistent, compelling storytelling across all communication channels.
You'll also: Lead and mentor a high-performing communications, social media, digital advertising, and events team.
Develop and execute internal and external communication plans that strengthen WSU Tech's reputation and support college priorities.
Support media relations, press conferences, announcements, and public-facing initiatives in partnership with the Executive Director of Public Affairs and Communications.
Support executive communications, campaign messaging, speeches, presentations, talking points, and institutional storytelling.
Partner with departments across the college to identify stories, promote programs, support enrollment initiatives, and highlight student, faculty, staff, alumni, and industry success.
Help manage communications planning for institutional campaigns, community initiatives, major announcements, and college-wide projects.
Drive innovative communication strategies using emerging technologies and AI-enabled tools while maintaining brand excellence, accuracy, and authenticity.

Requirements

Experience with media relations, digital marketing, social media strategy, and content development.
Knowledge of digital advertising, analytics, and audience engagement strategies.
Experience managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.
The ability to responsibly leverage AI tools to improve communication planning, content development, and workflow efficiency.
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).

Nice to have

Qualified candidates will have: Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).

Skills

Ensure communication projects are organized, on deadline, aligned with strategy, and executed with a high level of professionalism.

Compensation

$67,475.20/yr What You'll Do As Director of Communications & Public Relations, you will provide leadership for the day-to-day planning and execution of WSU Tech's communications and public relations efforts.

Company info

WSU Tech is seeking an innovative Director of Communications & Public Relations to help lead the college's communications efforts, guide day-to-day strategy and execution, and support how our institution is seen by students, employees, partners, and the community.

Equal opportunity

WSU Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Equal Opportunity Employer.

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