What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vice President for Communications and External Relations position at State of South Carolina?
York Technical College, a member of the South Carolina Technical and Comprehensive Education System, is a public, two-year institution of higher education that offers a variety of associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates. Through maximizing student success, the College seeks to contribute to the economic growth and development of York, Lancaster, and Chester counties and of the State.
York Technical College invites applications for the Vice President for Communications and External Relations, a transformative leadership role charged with driving the College’s growth, reputation, and impact. This position reports to the President and leads the development of a comprehensive advancement program, securing major philanthropic support to fuel student success and institutional innovation.
As the College’s chief ambassador, the Vice President cultivates powerful partnerships with business, industry, and community leaders to strengthen workforce development and create lasting opportunities for students. With oversight of marketing and communications strategies, this role elevates the College’s public image, inspires engagement with stakeholders, and positions York Tech as a leader in higher education and economic development. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of an institution committed to transforming lives and communities.
As a key member of the executive leadership team, the Vice President provides vision and direction for the following:
- Development and Fundraising: Cultivating and soliciting major donors, managing fundraising campaigns, and shepherding grants development to secure significant contributions that support institutional goals.
- Business and Industry Focused Partnerships and Curriculum: Fostering relationships that drive workforce development and student success through innovative programming and strategic collaboration.
- Marketing and Communications: Develop proactive strategies, manage crisis communications, and position the College as a leader in education and workforce development.
- Strategic Leadership: Integrating the College’s “front porch” concept into all external relations, ensuring seamless and inclusive experiences for stakeholders.
Why Join York Technical College?
When you join York Tech, you become part of a close-knit community built on shared values (courage, care, champions for equity, and curiosity) where your passion and skills can thrive. Our campuses are warm and welcoming environments where dedicated faculty and staff collaborate to support students in their pursuit of a brighter future. We provide competitive compensation, generous paid time off, comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a strong commitment to work/life balance, including flexible scheduling and remote work options.
- Master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
- Seven or more years of progressively responsible leadership and management experience in development or advancement, preferably within higher education or a similarly complex organization.
- Demonstrated success in securing significant contributions from major donors, cultivating long-term donor relationships, and managing fundraising campaigns.
- A comprehensive application package should include a fully completed application detailing your entire employment history, as well as attachments including a cover letter, a curriculum vitae or resume, and examples of work that highlight your individual contributions and expertise.
- Applicants indicating degree(s) on the application may be required to provide unofficial copies of transcripts in the application process and official transcript upon hire.
- Applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted in late January 2025 to schedule a virtual interview.
