Senior Director of Chancellor Communications

Job Description

The Strategic Relations and Communications Department at CU Boulder invites applications for a Senior Director of Chancellor Communications! This position is responsible for strategic communications for the chancellor at the University of Colorado Boulder.

This role supports the communications and other goals laid out by the Chancellor. The person in this role is responsible for advising the Chancellor and his leadership team on communications issues and coordinating communications from Strategic Relations and Communications (SRC), Athletics, Advancement, Alumni Relations, Chancellor Events, and the Chancellor’s staff as they pertain to the Chancellor. He/She/They report(s) to the Senior Associate Vice Chancellor of Public Affairs and Strategic Communications.

The position also develops and implements the executive communications plan for the Chancellor, including being responsible for social media strategy, crafting speeches, talking points, op-eds, and other related communications materials for the principal. Additionally, they are responsible for developing and delivering critical communications in coordination with various campus partners, including but not limited to the Office of the Provost, the Senior Vice Chancellor for Operations, the Senior Vice Chancellor for Strategic Initiatives, and other campus units.

The Senior Director of Chancellor Communications advises the Senior Associate Vice Chancellor of Public Affairs and Strategic Communications and Vice Chancellor for Strategic Communications, regarding communications strategy, issues, and coordinating communications from the Chancellor’s office. The position reflects the goal of SRC and the Chancellor’s office to work collaboratively and seamlessly on all issues related to communication, internal, external, and marketing-related. 

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

What We Can Offer

The annual salary range for this position is $115,000-$135,000.

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.

Special Instructions

Application Link: Senior Director of Chancellor Communications

For consideration, applications must be submitted by 11:59pm on May 27th, 2026 using the provided URL.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs (Home | CU Boulder Jobs | University of Colorado Boulder).

Job Requirements

What We Require

• A Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, advertising/marketing.
• 6+ years of professional, job-related experience as a writer, editor, and/or marketing communications professional.
• A Bachelor's degree in liberal arts may be substituted for the areas above with supplemental professional experience of at least 7 years of professional work experience as a writer, editor, and/or a marketing communications professional, including 3+ years in a consultative/advisory and strategic role in a higher education environment
• Demonstrated experience in overseeing the development and dissemination of communications plans, including internal as well as external news releases and news packages, social media, talking points, and speeches for senior leadership, strategic and tactical communications plans.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve interested party “buy-in" by representing work product and strategies through presentations and trainings across all levels of a large organization.
• Demonstrated experience leading communications professionals – particularly coordinating them in a dispersed management environment where they do not report directly to you.
• Experience with strategic communications planning, project management, and the execution of strategic communications across multiple media (print, web, multimedia, advertising, events, social media, public relations).

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