"Chief Marketing & Communications Officer"

Job Details

East Texas A&M University seeks an outstanding and experienced leader to serve as the Chief Marketing and Communications Officer (CMCO). Responsible for setting the strategic direction for marketing and communications for East Texas A&M University, the CMCO will serve as both a strategist and catalyst for the university initiatives. The position reports to the President and has close working relationships with the members of the President’s Executive Team and Administrative Council.

At East Texas A&M University, lives are transformed! Established in 1889, the university proudly maintains a 136-year legacy of excellence and is the third-largest university in the prestigious Texas A&M University System. With locations across Dallas and surrounding regions, the university delivers 140+ academic degrees and serves approximately 13,000 students. In November 2024, the institution changed its name from Texas A&M University-Commerce to East Texas A&M University. This new name celebrates the East Texas heritage and connects the university to the communities it serves. East Texas A&M is a rapidly growing university, with a rising profile, making positive strides toward innovation and the future. Driving the ascending trajectory is the university's commitment to providing high-quality educational opportunities that prepare students for success, including students from low-income and first-generation backgrounds. Located an hour from Dallas, the university is becoming the school of choice for urban and rural Northeast Texas. Embracing a mission to transform lives, East Texas A&M has seen a 7% increase in overall enrollment. In 2025, East Texas A&M earned an “R2” research classification and is now recognized as a major research university. Students gain hands-on experience with modern facilities like a high-tech hospital simulation lab, a 1,300-acre research farm focused on sustainability, and new agricultural and wildlife research centers opening soon.

The successful candidate will have

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Eight (8) years of related progressive experience in communications, public relations, media relations, or related field. Excellent communication and human relations skills.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred

• Master’s degree in marketing, communications, public relations, and or a closely related field.
• Familiarity with brand management, media relations, and digital content strategy in an academic context.

How to Apply

Lauren McCaghren and Denice Purdue with Greenwood Asher & Associates® are assisting East Texas A&M on this search. Applications and nominations are now being accepted. Application materials should include: A letter of interest that clearly states the applicant’s qualifications for the position, A current résumé/curriculum vitae. We strongly encourage submitting application materials as separate PDF attachments. The search will be conducted with a commitment of confidentiality for candidates until finalists are selected. Initial screening of applications will begin immediately and will continue until an appointment is made. All application materials should be submitted through the Greenwood Asher & Associates e-mail at: easttexascmco@greenwoodsearch.com. For best consideration, please submit materials by October 14th, 2025. Nominations, inquiries, and questions regarding the application process should be directed to: Lauren McCaghren, Assistant Vice President for Business Development & Client Relations, (850)-797-0246, laurenmccaghren@greenwoodsearch.com. Denice Perdue, Senior Executive Search Consultant, (404)-796-4196, deniceperdue@greenwoodsearch.com. East Texas A&M University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.