Senior Communications Officer

Job Description

Nevada State University invites applications for the position of Senior Communications Officer. The Senior Communications Officer will play a pivotal role in providing comprehensive communications support to the Office of the President and the institution. This includes executive, media, internal, and crisis communications. The position also supports public and government affairs activities, including projects and engagements at the local, state, and national levels.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support the implementation of the university's Integrated Communication Plan, ensuring messaging alignment and effective communication with a variety of internal and external audiences.
• Develop and implement communication strategies which integrate print and digital mediums across multiple platforms for the Office of the President.
• Draft speeches, talking points, video scripts, presentation slide decks, briefing papers, opinion editorials, letters, presidential emails, press releases and any other informational materials.
• Working in close collaboration with the Deputy Chief of Staff, provide representation and support at events, meetings, hearings, etc. Serve as a representative on-site during legislative sessions.
• Work with public relations consultants to manage the public relations aspects of the position to include developing story ideas, coordinating press conferences, media training, pitching and placing stories, and responding to issues.
• Oversee and manage the Office of the President social media platforms and presence and website.
• Liaise with key community partners.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism or Communications.
• Five (5) years of related professional experience.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship.