Hofstra University
Assistant Vice President of Communications
🇺🇸 Hempstead, NY
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $140K - $150K
💻 Communications
🗓️ July 8th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
Hofstra University is hiring an Assistant Vice President of Communications. This role leads strategic communication efforts to advance the university's brand and reputation, managing media relations, crafting integrated storytelling across multiple platforms, and collaborating with academic and administrative teams to promote the university's values and achievements.
Highlights
- Supervises communications team including directors and managers across public relations, social media, and internal communications.
- Manages local and national media relations and handles media inquiries.
- Develops and executes comprehensive content strategies spanning press releases, university magazine, newsletters, social media, and video projects.
- Writes and edits speeches, letters, and op-eds for senior leadership and board members.
- Acts as university spokesperson for both student and external media.
- Leads video production projects, collaborating with internal and external teams to ensure alignment with brand and storytelling goals.
- Partners with academic leadership and enrollment teams to highlight student success, faculty expertise, and community impact.
- Assists in crisis communication strategy development and execution.
- Requires a bachelor's degree and at least 5 years in supervisory roles.
- Preferred experience includes higher education communications and video production.
- Salary range: $140,000 - $150,000.
Assistant Vice President of Communications Full Description
Assistant Vice President of Communications
About Hofstra
Hofstra University is nationally ranked and recognized as Long Island’s largest private university located in Hempstead, N.Y. When you work at Hofstra, you join a team of talented professionals committed to preparing students for the challenges of tomorrow, in an environment that cultivates learning through the free and open exchange of ideas for the betterment of humankind. The work we do at Hofstra supports the education and well-being of our students, and the workforce of the future. While working towards this mission, employees can take advantage of many enriching experiences on campus. Whether it’s a lunchtime lecture, a Division I NCAA athletics game, a musical concert, a theatre performance, or a visit to one of our two accredited museums, there is always something exciting to do at Hofstra. Enjoy the ease of going to the fitness center, taking a swim, or grabbing a bite to eat without having to leave our beautiful campus! Hofstra University is dedicated to recruiting and retaining a highly qualified and diverse academic community of students, faculty, staff, and administrators respectful of the contributions and dignity of each of its members. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community.
Position Title | Assistant Vice President of Communications
Position Number | 897800
Position Category | Administration
School/Division | Office of Interactive Media (division)
Department | Marketing & Communications
Full-Time or Part-Time | Full-Time
Description
Reporting to the Vice President of Marketing and Communications, the Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Communications serves as a strategic leader in advancing Hofstra University’s brand, and reputation. This role is pivotal in crafting and sharing compelling, values-driven narratives that reflect Hofstra’s commitment to interdisciplinary learning, community engagement, student success, and organizational agility. Through integrated storytelling across media relations, digital content, social media, and video production, the AVP builds a cohesive and inspiring brand identity rooted in the University’s values: Belonging, Community, Creativity, Discovery, and Integrity. The AVP works in close partnership with the academic leadership of Hofstra’s colleges and schools to uncover and elevate stories of student achievement, faculty expertise, research innovation, and community impact. The role also collaborates with admissions and enrollment teams to develop engaging content for prospective students and families, and with alumni relations and development to spotlight Hofstra graduates and reinforce lifelong pride and connection to the University. All communications and campaigns are designed to support Hofstra 100: The Strategic Plan for Hofstra University, advancing key priorities and amplifying Hofstra’s distinctive voice across audiences—internal and external, local and national. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Supervises the Senior Director of Public Relations, Director of Public Relations, Magazine Editor, Social Media Manager, and Internal Communications Specialist. Manages media relations at the local and national level and handles media inquiries and expert requests. Identifies and pitches compelling stories to elevate the profile of Hofstra University, its faculty, students, alumni, and programs. Develops and executes a comprehensive content strategy that spans press releases, news stories, the university magazine, internal and external newsletters, social media, and videos. Writes and edits speeches, remarks, letters, and op-eds for senior leadership, faculty, and board members. Serves as the university spokesperson with both student and external media. Acts as lead producer on university video projects, from strategic planning and scripting to overseeing production and final delivery—collaborating with internal and external teams to ensure high production value, brand alignment, and storytelling impact. Partners with videographers, editors, and subject matter experts to produce content for admissions marketing campaigns, donor engagement, institutional storytelling, and internal communications. Assists the Vice President with the development and execution of crisis communication strategies. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree required. 5+ years in a supervisory role. Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills. Experience publishing content on the web.
Preferred Qualifications | Experience in higher education, preferred. Experience as a video producer.
Special Instructions | For consideration, please submit the following: Resume Cover letter (Including Salary Requirement) Writing sample Media placement sample
Deadline | Open Until Filled
Date Posted | 07/07/2025
EEO Statement | Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary/Salary Range | $140,000 - $150,000
Hofstra University is nationally ranked and recognized as Long Island’s largest private university located in Hempstead, N.Y. When you work at Hofstra, you join a team of talented professionals committed to preparing students for the challenges of tomorrow, in an environment that cultivates learning through the free and open exchange of ideas for the betterment of humankind. The work we do at Hofstra supports the education and well-being of our students, and the workforce of the future. While working towards this mission, employees can take advantage of many enriching experiences on campus. Whether it’s a lunchtime lecture, a Division I NCAA athletics game, a musical concert, a theatre performance, or a visit to one of our two accredited museums, there is always something exciting to do at Hofstra. Enjoy the ease of going to the fitness center, taking a swim, or grabbing a bite to eat without having to leave our beautiful campus! Hofstra University is dedicated to recruiting and retaining a highly qualified and diverse academic community of students, faculty, staff, and administrators respectful of the contributions and dignity of each of its members. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community.
Position Title | Assistant Vice President of Communications
Position Number | 897800
Position Category | Administration
School/Division | Office of Interactive Media (division)
Department | Marketing & Communications
Full-Time or Part-Time | Full-Time
Description
Reporting to the Vice President of Marketing and Communications, the Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Communications serves as a strategic leader in advancing Hofstra University’s brand, and reputation. This role is pivotal in crafting and sharing compelling, values-driven narratives that reflect Hofstra’s commitment to interdisciplinary learning, community engagement, student success, and organizational agility. Through integrated storytelling across media relations, digital content, social media, and video production, the AVP builds a cohesive and inspiring brand identity rooted in the University’s values: Belonging, Community, Creativity, Discovery, and Integrity. The AVP works in close partnership with the academic leadership of Hofstra’s colleges and schools to uncover and elevate stories of student achievement, faculty expertise, research innovation, and community impact. The role also collaborates with admissions and enrollment teams to develop engaging content for prospective students and families, and with alumni relations and development to spotlight Hofstra graduates and reinforce lifelong pride and connection to the University. All communications and campaigns are designed to support Hofstra 100: The Strategic Plan for Hofstra University, advancing key priorities and amplifying Hofstra’s distinctive voice across audiences—internal and external, local and national. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Supervises the Senior Director of Public Relations, Director of Public Relations, Magazine Editor, Social Media Manager, and Internal Communications Specialist. Manages media relations at the local and national level and handles media inquiries and expert requests. Identifies and pitches compelling stories to elevate the profile of Hofstra University, its faculty, students, alumni, and programs. Develops and executes a comprehensive content strategy that spans press releases, news stories, the university magazine, internal and external newsletters, social media, and videos. Writes and edits speeches, remarks, letters, and op-eds for senior leadership, faculty, and board members. Serves as the university spokesperson with both student and external media. Acts as lead producer on university video projects, from strategic planning and scripting to overseeing production and final delivery—collaborating with internal and external teams to ensure high production value, brand alignment, and storytelling impact. Partners with videographers, editors, and subject matter experts to produce content for admissions marketing campaigns, donor engagement, institutional storytelling, and internal communications. Assists the Vice President with the development and execution of crisis communication strategies. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree required. 5+ years in a supervisory role. Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills. Experience publishing content on the web.
Preferred Qualifications | Experience in higher education, preferred. Experience as a video producer.
Special Instructions | For consideration, please submit the following: Resume Cover letter (Including Salary Requirement) Writing sample Media placement sample
Deadline | Open Until Filled
Date Posted | 07/07/2025
EEO Statement | Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary/Salary Range | $140,000 - $150,000
Additional Information
Hofstra University provides the above salary* as a good faith estimate of the starting pay range which considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience and education. In addition to the salary offered, we offer a collegial and inclusive culture, and a benefits program which includes generous paid time off, paid holidays, tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents, and a retirement plan with University contributions.
*Salary ranges indicated for positions covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement are in accordance with the CBA.
Documents needed to apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter (Including Salary Requirement)
- Sample Publications
- Writing Sample
Optional Documents
Supplemental Questions
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