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Director of Communications - University Strategic Communications

The University of Texas at San Antonio · San Antonio, TX · 2 wk ago
Marketing$88k–$97k/yrFull-time

Job Summary

The Director of Communications oversees the planning, development and execution of comprehensive communication programs that support the institution’s strategic priorities. Manages multiple communication initiatives, coordinates cross-functional teams, and ensures that work products are delivered on time, on brand, and aligned with institutional goals. Collaborates with colleagues to maintain a high standard of quality, messaging consistency, and relevance across communications channels.

Core Responsibilities

  • Writes and edits various communications, including institutional reputation articles, thought leadership documents, and collateral materials to promote the institution, its leadership, its schools, and units.
  • Develops and manages the execution of large and small-scale communications plans from initial concept through completion.
  • Serves as lead editor to ensure the quality and continuity of messaging across communications platforms, including publications, web communications, media relations, social media, internal communications, and marketing collateral.
  • Collaborates with media relations, social media, internal communications, multimedia/digital, and marketing professionals to design, develop, and execute highly impactful storytelling that fosters a positive impression of the university.
  • Maintains budgets and timelines related to specific projects.
  • Oversees and evaluates analytics and impact of communications programs;
  • Serves as a liaison to communications colleagues from other colleges, divisions, and units.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
  • Seven (7) years of related work experience.
  • This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Independent Decision Making
  • Problem Solving
  • Verbal & Written Communication
  • Leadership
  • Creativity
  • Digital Transformation
  • Strategic Planning
  • Collaboration
  • Creativity
  • Strategic Communications, Public Relations, Branding, Multimedia
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Editing Skills

Working Conditions

  • Office environment. Ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions, or other business-related events. Workdays, areas, and work hours may vary depending on departmental needs.
  • Sedentary: Up to 10lbs - Ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

Physical Demands

  • Sedentary: Up to 10lbs - Ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

Job Details

Salary Range: $87,500 - $96,900/Annualized, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 7/17/2026. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Required Application Materials

  • Resume is required.
  • Cover letter is required.
  • Contact information for three professional references.

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