What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vice Chancellor for Strategic Communications position at The University of North Carolina at Greensboro?
Posting Details
Position Information
| Position Number | 000665 |
|---|---|
| Functional Title | Vice Chancellor for Strategic Communications |
| Position Type | Administration - Staff |
| Position Eclass | E1 - SAAO I 12 Mo Leave Earning |
| University Information | Located in North Carolina's third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal - helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University's 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B. |
| Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit | The division of University Communications advances the University's mission and goals through strategic communication designed to inform, educate and garner support on behalf of the University. University Communications is a staff of communication professionals who have primary responsibility for internal and external communications through outlets that include print, broadcast and electronic media. University Communications is a unit reporting to the Office of the Chancellor. The UC Mission is "to provide external communications through the print, electronic media, Web and other means to increase public awareness, understanding and support of the University." |
| Position Summary | Reporting to the Chancellor, the Vice Chancellor for Strategic Communications will serve as the university's chief communications and marketing officer, leading and managing internal and external communications and marketing strategy, execution, and evaluation. The Vice Chancellor will be responsible for leading the restructuring of the UC division to enhance efficiency and align with organizational objectives while fostering collaboration and maintaining a positive and productive team environment. This individual will create the vision for and lead the implementation of a proactive, innovative, and comprehensive marketing, communications, and branding strategy that highlights the university's strengths, bolsters its ambitions, expands its regional and national profile, and increasingly engages and informs internal constituents (e.g., prospective students and families, current students, administrators, faculty and staff, alums, and donors) and external audiences (e.g., local community members and leaders; local, state, and national governments; local, national, and international media; and associations, influencers, and thought leaders in higher education). To this end, the Vice Chancellor will provide leadership and oversight of a core total staff of 17 and a non-personnel budget of $800,000, which will be adjusted after the new operational plan is implemented. This individual will work closely with senior leadership across UNCG to set priorities, devise communications and marketing strategies for university-wide objectives, and oversee a comprehensive branding initiative. The Vice Chancellor will also work closely with unit-based teams to create a comprehensive communications and marketing program that serves the needs of the overarching university and the specific colleges, schools, programs, and units. This position will serve as a critical member of the Chancellor's Council and work closely with the Provost, Vice Chancellor for Enrollment Management, Vice Chancellor for University Advancement, Chancellor's Chief of Staff, and other senior leadership on overarching issues both in the long term and day-to-day. In addition to formal duties, the Vice Chancellor must become an integral member of the Greensboro community and take an active interest in the city's economic, political, and cultural vitality and the surrounding region. The Vice Chancellor will reflect and embody the values of UNCG and its leadership, leading the university's communications effort and serving the wider community with integrity, warmth, humility, grace, and humor. |
| Minimum Qualifications | The Vice Chancellor will bring many of the following professional qualities and experiences:
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| Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates | |
| Preferred Qualifications | A Master's Degree or advanced degree in a relevant field |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
UNCG has retained Isaacson, Miller has been retained to assist in the search for Vice Chancellor for Strategic Communications Please direct all inquiries, nominations, referrals, and applications in strict confidence to: Dan Rodas, Partner (he/him) Tiffany Weber, Managing Associate (She/her) Seema Khan, Senior Search Coordinator (she/her) Isaacson, Miller https://www.imsearch.com/open-searches/university-north-carolina-greensboro/vice-chancellor-strategic-communications |
| Recruitment Range | Commensurate with experience. |
| Org #-Department | University Communications - 33901 |
| Job Open Date | 01/06/2025 |
| For Best Consideration Date | |
| Job Close Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| FTE | 1.000 |
| Type of Appointment | Permanent |
| If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment. | |
| Number of Months per Year | 12 |
| FLSA | Exempt |
The University of North Carolina at Greensboro has been and will continue to be committed to equality of employment opportunities and does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, or age. Men, women, and members of all racial and ethnic groups are encouraged to apply. EOE AA/M/F/D/V
Salary : $800,000
