New York, NY, 10176, USAVice President for Communications, Marketing, and Public Affairs POSITION DETAILSAt Baruch College we believe that student success is everyone’s responsibility. The Vice President for Communications, Marketing & Public Affairs, reporting directly to the President, will lead Baruch College’s strategic communications efforts to elevate the College’s visibility, reputation, and public support. This executive role is central to promoting the College’s mission, achievements, and strategic priorities to both internal and external audiences through a variety of media and communications channels.The Vice President will oversee the Office of Communications, Marketing, and Public Affairs (OCMPA), managing personnel, budget, and operations, while driving initiatives across media relations, marketing, internal communications, and public affairs. As a key member of the President’s cabinet, the Vice President will contribute to executive decision-making and advise the President and senior leadership on communication strategies and sensitive political issues. Acting as the College’s chief spokesperson, they will handle crisis communications, manage proactive media outreach, and foster relationships with key stakeholders.Primary Responsibilities Leadership in Communications and Marketing: Oversee College-wide communications and marketing initiatives, working closely with schools and divisions to enhance communication processes and engagement.Strategic Communications: Develop, direct, and implement the College’s strategic communications plan, addressing both internal and external constituencies.Proactive Media Outreach and Crisis Management: Lead proactive media outreach to increase the College’s visibility and manage crisis communications effectively.Government and Community Relations: Strategize and manage the College’s government and community relations efforts.Team Management and Development: Manage, develop, and mentor a professional communications team.Speechwriting and Executive Support: Oversee the preparation and content of the President’s major communications.Additional Responsibilities: Perform other duties as assigned by the President.QUALIFICATIONS This position is in CUNY’s Executive Compensation Plan. All executive positions require a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree and eight years’ related experience. Specific qualifications include:Educational and Professional Experience: A bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred) with at least ten years of progressively responsible experience in communications, public relations, marketing, and public affairs.Skills and Competencies: Exceptional written and oral communication skills, strong leadership abilities, expertise in crisis communications, strategic thinking, and experience in speechwriting.CUNY TITLE Vice PresidentCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITS $170,000 – $235,000; Salary commensurate with education and experience. CUNY’s benefits contribute significantly to total compensation.HOW TO APPLY Visit access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Candidates must attach a resume and cover letter.CLOSING DATE March 7, 2025.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply.#J-18808-Ljbffr