Washington State University
Director for Eastern Washington Community Relations
Richland, WA · Director · Full-time
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About the role
- WSU's Office of External Affairs and Government Relations (EAGR) is seeking a Community Relations Director to amplify the university's impact and elevate brand awareness across the diverse communities of Eastern Washington.
- Through these efforts, you will cultivate high‑visibility partnerships that strengthen regional economic growth, elevate WSU's institutional story, and champion student success and research excellence.
- As the Director for Eastern Washington Community Relations, you will play a key role in advancing WSU's mission through strategic stakeholder engagement across Eastern Washington.
Responsibilities
- In this role, you will drive meaningful cross‑state collaboration in partnership with our Western Washington Community Relations Director.
- Through your efforts, you will help foster meaningful relationships, facilitate collaboration, and support WSU's presence and engagement within the communities it serves.
Requirements
- A Master's degree in a related field may be substituted for up to one (1) year of the required experience.
- Demonstrated ability to independently produce strategic, high-level, and stakeholder-facing materials.
- Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver's license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.
- Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:
- All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Nice to have
- Master's degree in related field.
- Position Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for work visa sponsorship
- About Department - WSU Government Relations | Washington State University
- Area/College: External Affairs and Government Relations
- Department Name: External Affairs and Government Relations
- Application Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application.
- Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.
- Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible.
Skills
- Opportunity:
- Travel will primarily cover the Eastern Washington region.
Compensation
- Monthly Salary: $ 10,350.20 - $11,695.20 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications
Benefits
- WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave
- medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents
- deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts
- and employee tuition waiver.
- For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Not eligible for work visa sponsorship
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