"Executive Director of University Advancement Communications"

Florida State University is seeking an Executive Director of University Advancement Communications. Reporting to the Associate Vice President of University Advancement, this role will strategically plan and lead all Division of University Advancement communication and branding efforts that advance the mission and priorities of Florida State University.

The Executive Director will conceptualize, design, and execute an innovative, comprehensive communications strategy in support of the university's next comprehensive campaign. They will lead and manage a dynamic team of communications professionals that handle day-to-day advancement communications, including comprehensive campaign communications.

This position involves working closely with key partners in alumni engagement, donor relations, annual giving, gift planning, and fundraising staff across colleges, schools, and units to align communication policies and practices. The Executive Director will provide guidance and creative influence over the Division of University Advancement website and other digital and print pieces involving the division's most important priorities.

One of the nation's top R1 universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, the university is located in Tallahassee, Florida, and is home to more than 45,000 students from every Florida county and 130 countries. Students benefit from a 17:1 student-to-faculty ratio and access to nearly 300 degree programs.

Florida State University is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, creative endeavors, and service. It strives to instill the strength, skill, and character essential for lifelong learning, personal responsibility, and sustained achievement within a community that fosters free inquiry.

The university is among the nation's most entrepreneurial and innovative, transforming lives through exceptional teaching, research, creative activity, and service. It emphasizes entrepreneurship, interdisciplinarity, and experiential breadth, drawing from the rich diversity of its students, faculty, staff, and alumni.

Florida State's faculty includes members of the National Academies, Guggenheim Fellowship recipients, and Fulbright Scholars. The university has received numerous honors in the arts and ranks highly in various national assessments.

Qualifications require a bachelor's degree and six years of relevant experience, or a combination of post-high school education and experience equal to ten years. All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and résumé, responsive to the university's mission and the position's responsibilities.

The salary range is $150,000 to $170,000 annually. For reasonable accommodations, contact Michael Carver at Aspen Leadership Group.

To apply, visit: https://opportunities.aspenleadershipgroup.com/opportunities/4943