Communications and PR Manager

🇺🇸 Irvine, California 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $79K - $90K 💻 Communications 🗓️ November 10th, 2026

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Edtech.com's Summary

University of California - Irvine is hiring a Communications and PR Manager. The role is in the Office of Communications at the UC Irvine School of Law and reports to the Assistant Dean for Communications. The manager leads the law school's communications and public relations strategy, shaping its brand across the website, social media, email newsletters, marketing materials, media outreach, and special publications.

Highlights

Lead the development and execution of an integrated communications and public relations strategy for the School of Law, advancing institutional priorities.
Shape and promote the law school's brand identity across its website, social media platforms, email newsletters, marketing materials, and special publications.
Develop media relations strategies and secure earned media coverage, building relationships with journalists and external partners.
Write and edit news and feature content in AP Style, translating complex legal and academic topics into accessible stories for multiple audiences.
Manage several communications projects at once, working with faculty, administrators, students, alumni, and senior leadership.
Use data and metrics to evaluate communications platforms and effectiveness, and refine the strategy.
Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, English, or a related field, or equivalent experience, plus at least three years of progressively responsible experience in communications, public relations, journalism, or higher education communications.
Working knowledge of digital communications tools including WordPress, Constant Contact, and Canva, and an understanding of legal or professional education environments.
Preferred experience in communications within higher education, law schools, legal organizations, or nonprofits, along with familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud.
Pay range of $79,200 to $90,000 per year.