Update: St. Bonaventure University will accept applications for the Chief Marketing and Communications Officer position until June 30, 2026.
St. Bonaventure University invites applications for the position of Chief Marketing and Communications Officer (CMCO). The Chief Marketing and Communication Officer is a strategic executive leader responsible for shaping and advancing the brand identity, reputation, and market position of St. Bonaventure University, bringing strong news judgment and editorial vision alongside expertise in modern marketing and brand strategy. Serves as a strategic advisor to the President and President’s Cabinet on communications, messaging, and reputational risk.
The CMCO will develop and execute an integrated marketing and communications strategy, grounded in strong editorial vision and institutional storytelling, that aligns with the University’s Franciscan mission and strategic goals. This role is pivotal in driving enrollment, leading storytelling strategy, enhancing institutional prestige, and fostering engagement across diverse internal and external constituencies. The CMCO serves as the University’s lead strategist for internal communications, ensuring alignment of messaging across Cabinet, divisions, and key stakeholder groups. This role establishes institutional standards and frameworks for communications and marketing across a decentralized environment to ensure consistency, clarity, and impact. The CMCO generally serves as the official spokesperson for the university.
This is an in-person leadership role reporting directly to the President. The CMCO establishes and leads institution-wide communications and marketing standards, working in close coordination with Advancement, Athletics, Enrollment, and academic units to ensure alignment with brand strategy and institutional priorities.
About St. Bonaventure University
St. Bonaventure University is located in the scenic Enchanted Mountain region of Western New York, approximately 75 miles south of Buffalo, New York, with easy access to major metropolitan areas. A close-knit and caring community guided by its values of compassion, wisdom and integrity, St. Bonaventure is dedicated to academic excellence as informed by its Franciscan and liberal arts traditions. The university is committed to developing an inclusive community and preparing leaders dedicated to ethical conduct and compassionate service.
The university currently enrolls approximately 2,000 undergraduate students and more than 1,000 graduate students in its schools of Arts and Sciences, Business, Education, Communication, and Health Professions. U.S. News & World Report ranks SBU in the top 15% of regional universities in the North, for both value and overall. St. Bonaventure is a member of the Atlantic 10 Conference (NCAA Division I), with athletes participating in 20 sports.
A bachelor's degree is required; a master's or doctoral degree is preferred.
Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in marketing, communications, or related fields. Experience in higher education is preferred, though high-level corporate or non-profit experience will be considered. Demonstrated experience and leadership in managing a comprehensive strategic communications, media relations, and marketing program to advance an organization's mission and goals.
Full-time employees at SBU enjoy unparalleled Benefits
- 4 weeks of Paid Time off
- 21+ University Paid Holidays
- Tuition Remission
100% undergraduate tuition remission for employee, spouse, and dependents
80% graduate tuition remission for employee (online and ground programs)
50% for spouse (ground programs only)
403b Retirement Plan + 10% Employer contribution after 2 years
Health Insurance with $250 Wellness card
Dental Insurance
Employer Paid Life insurance
Short-term Disability
Employer Paid Long-term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
Free access to campus fitness center
2 free Division 1 Men’s Basketball Season tickets
Golf course membership discount
Other National and Local discounts available
