Vice President, Strategic Communications

Connecting Messages to our Mission

Transforming Lives at Valencia College

At Valencia College, we are committed to fostering an environment where strategic communication plays a key role in advancing our mission of student success and community impact. Valencia College is searching for an inspiring senior leader to shape and elevate our brand as the next Vice President of Strategic Communications. As the driving force behind our multi-channel communication strategies, you’ll enhance the visibility and reputation of Valencia College by overseeing marketing, media relations, and internal and external communications. Join us in ensuring our messaging resonates consistently across all audiences and channels, amplifying our mission to transform lives through education and innovation.

We are seeking an innovative individual who is driven to contribute to transformative change with a clear purpose—to significantly influence the lives of students and our community, rather than change for the sake of change. If you are ready to lead with vision and creativity and advancing the College’s impact on higher education through effective communication, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity with us.

Application Process:

Join our team and be part of our bold work to achieve Valencia College’s ambitious Strategic Impact Goals!

We invite you to submit a complete online application and the following materials:

• A letter of interest
• A resume or curriculum vitae.
• The names and contact information for three (3) professional references. Professional references will only be contacted for finalist candidates.
• Applicants must complete the entire online application and include work history, even if attaching a resume. Any incomplete applications will not be considered.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution, or any equivalent combination of related education, training, and/or experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions.
• Required Field of Study: Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or closely related field.
• Six-eight (6-8) years of progressive experience with developing and leading strategic communication initiatives; experience managing multiple teams.

Valencia’s Total Rewards Commitment

Valencia College is committed to providing employees with a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Your total rewards include significantly more than just your base pay. Our total rewards program offers a wide-ranging combination of pay, benefits, professional development, work/life balance in a meaningful, collaborative work environment, and so much more…

Additional Information:

• This is a primarily onsite position located at the West Campus and will require you to drive to various College-Wide Campus Locations and community off-campus events as needed.
• This position is not eligible for Veteran’s Preference under Florida Statute 295.07(5)(a), F.S.
• Please note that you will need to establish Florida residency within 30 days from your start date if selected for this position.

Closing Date: This position is Open until Filled. Applications will be reviewed continuously until all positions have been filled, and the posting may close at any time. We invite all applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible.

To be considered for this position, applications must be submitted through the Valencia College career site.