Director, Strategic Communications & Marketing, Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement R0154018

Director, Strategic Communications & Marketing, UNLV Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement [R0154018]# University of Nevada, Las Vegas## Director, Strategic Communications & Marketing, UNLV Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement [R0154018]Apply:
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R0154018

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** Job Description
** The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for
** Director of Strategic Communications & Marketing, Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement**## ROLE of the POSITION The Director, Strategic Communications & Marketing provides strategic communications and marketing leadership for the UNLV Foundation and Division of Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement. Reporting to the Vice President for Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement, the position develops and implements  communications and marketing strategies that advance philanthropic priorities, strengthen constituent engagement, support fundraising objectives, and enhance institutional reputation.

The position provides strategic leadership for media relations, brand management, digital engagement, storytelling, content strategy, and public visibility initiatives.

The Director coordinates integrated communications efforts that promote the impact of philanthropy, alumni engagement, volunteer leadership, donor investment, and institutional achievement. The position ensures communications are coordinated, audience-focused, data-informed, and aligned with organizational priorities.

The Director manages strategic communications planning, media relations, content development, digital communications, social media, publications, website content, marketing campaigns, brand consistency, and communications analytics. The position collaborates with division leadership, advancement professionals, university partners, donors, alumni, volunteers, and community stakeholders to strengthen visibility, engagement, and philanthropic support.

The position exercises independent judgment in developing messaging, managing communications initiatives, coordinating media engagement, and recommending approaches to communications and stakeholder needs, consistent with established priorities and delegated authority.
** Rebel Title (HR Classification):
** Communications Manager M3## COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY The successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity and inclusiveness as well as participate in maintaining a respectful, positive work environment.# BACKGROUND SCREENING
* Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.*# MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS This position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, Strategic Communications, English or a closely related field from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and 7-10 years of experience.

Credentials must be obtained prior to the employment start date.
* This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must maintain work authorization throughout employment.*# PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Master's degree preferred; 10+ years of experience preferred; 7-9 years of supervisory experience preferred; 7-9 years of management experience preferred.# COMMITMENT TO OUR CAMPUS VALUES Successful candidates will advance UNLV's mission by cultivating an environment of mutual respect and belonging.

They will model our Campus Values in their decision-making and inspire excellence across our community.# SALARY range is **$ to $.
**** BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV
*** Competitive total…