Director of Executive Communications

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Position Number:

Payroll

Title:

COMM SPEC 4

Job Code: 5887

Job Open Date: 9/1/2025

Application Review Begins: 09/17/2025; open until filled

Department Code (Name): CHAN

Percentage of Time: 100%

Union Code (Name): 99 (Non-Represented)

Employee Class (Appointment Type): Staff (Career)

FLSA Status: Exempt

Classified Indicator (Personnel Program): MSP

Salary Grade: Grade 24

Full Salary Range: The full range for this position is $99,000 to $182,000/ year. The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $99,000 to $139,600/ year.

Work Location: Cheadle Hall, 5117

Working Days and

Hours:

M-F; 8am - 5pm

Benefits Eligibility: Full Benefits

Type of Remote or Hybrid Work Arrangement (if applicable): Hybrid

For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.

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Independently oversees executive communications, working closely and regularly with the Chancellor on a communications strategy that expresses and supports the vision and mission of the university. Prepares a wide range of communications including speeches and presentations, reports to the Faculty Legislature, Foundation Board of Trustees and Alumni Board, international keynotes, media quotes and responses, campus memos, communications with UC Office of the President, public statements, interviews, award nominations, and general correspondence, with high visibility and consequence of error.

Researches issues and special topics, consults with campus colleagues, writes reports, and works on complex communication projects requiring quick thinking and response, strong subject matter expertise and sensitivity to nuance, and an in-depth understanding of how to reach out effectively and respectfully to different audiences. Exercises diplomacy, tact, and discretion at all times; works with a high degree of autonomy while developing strategies and tracking multiple deadlines and priorities;

is flexible, organized, thoughtful, thorough, and collaborative.

• Bachelor's Degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• 7-9 years of experience with writing/editing in higher education environment or related area
• Demonstrated ability to prepare speeches, presentations, and written communications for senior leadership across a variety of audiences.
• Strong judgment and political acumen, with the ability to navigate sensitive and complex issues.
• Proven skill in conveying complex information in a clear, concise, and compelling manner.
• Experience engaging with media and public communications, including preparing leaders for interviews or public statements.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.

• 4-6 years of experience with writing/editing for a senior leader or executive

• Satisfactory completion of a conviction history background check
• UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts…