Assistant Director for University Communication

🇺🇸 Glassboro, NJ 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $67K - $77K 💻 Other 🗓️ June 17th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

Rowan University is hiring an Assistant Director for University Communication. This role involves promoting the university's reputation through proactive media relations, collaboration with university stakeholders, multimedia storytelling, and managing communication projects. The assistant director also writes various content types, participates in emergency communication, and supports campus engagement.

Highlights

Promote University via media relations, news releases, and pitching stories regionally to internationally.
Collaborate with deans, faculty, researchers, students, and leadership to identify impactful stories.
Coordinate promotion of research across academic disciplines.
Utilize social media, blogs, and video platforms for storytelling and highlighting university priorities.
Write advertising copy, speeches, and executive communications.
Participate in emergency response communication efforts and campus community activities.
Manage projects with freelance writers and design professionals.
Required skills include exceptional writing/editing, 5+ years professional experience, and proficiency in AP style.
Preferred qualifications include journalism/media relations experience, master’s degree, video/photography skills, and expertise in major social media platforms.
Salary range is $67,027 to $77,083 annually, with comprehensive NJ State benefits and tuition reimbursement available.