Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:
August 3, 2026
If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.
Available Title(s):
1284-NN_ADMINPRO - Public Relations/Communications Manager, 1284-YN_ADMINPRO - Public Relations/Communications Manager
Business Title:
VCEA Marketing and Communications Director
Employee Type:
Admin. Professional
Position Details:
The Opportunity:
The Marketing and Communications Director provides strategic leadership for the Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture's marketing and communications efforts. In this position, you will lead the College's marketing and communications team in planning, developing, and implementing integrated branding, marketing, and communications strategies that deliver clear, consistent, and impactful messaging to internal and external audiences.
As the Director, you will collaborate closely with College leadership to develop and execute communications plans that educate, inform, and engage students, faculty, staff, alumni, industry partners, donors, and other stakeholders. You will be responsible for overseeing the creation of compelling content across multiple platforms, evaluates the effectiveness of marketing, public relations, and social media initiatives through data and analytics, and continuously refines strategies to maximize reach and impact.
Working in partnership with administrators, faculty, staff, students, professional organizations, community and business leaders, and Washington State University Communications, you will advance the College's reputation, strengthens its brand, and supports its strategic priorities through innovative and effective marketing and communications programs.
Additional Information:
This is a full-time ( 100% FTE), permanent position. O vertime eligibility will be determined based on final salary placement.
Monthly Salary: $6,012.09 - 9,400 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications
In accordance with RCW 49.58.110 , the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.
Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation .
Required Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations or other relevant field AND four (4) years of professional level experience in print or broadcast media, public relations work or other relevant experience which has included at least one (1) year of supervisory experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated experience making presentations.
Experience with graphic design.
Experience with social media marketing.
Experience with analytics including their interpretation and presentation.
Experience overseeing the design and production of print materials and publications.
Excellent multitasking abilities and oral and written communication skills.
Proven abilities in effective marketing/advertising strategies.
Experience working with a variety of different populations.
Position Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for work visa sponsorship
About Department/College - Learn more VCEA Marketing and Communications
Area/College: Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture (VCEA)
Department Name: VCEA Communications and Marketing
Location: Pullman, WA
Application Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.
1) Resume
2) Cover Letter
External candidates , upload all documents in the “Application Document” section of your application.
Current WSU Employees (internal candidates) , before starting your Workday application, please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday . Internal candidates, upload all documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of your application.
Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible.
Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday.
Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34 , engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.
Time Type:
Full time
Position Term:
12 Month
Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.
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