Communications Manager, Office of the Provost

🇺🇸 Rochester, Michigan 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $60K 💻 Communications 🗓️ September 10th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

Oakland University is hiring a Communications Manager, Office of the Provost. The role manages all communications for Academic Affairs, including executive content for the Provost, internal communications, digital channels, brand stewardship, and coordination with central teams, operating with autonomy and discretion. The manager advises the Provost on communications decisions and serves as a trusted representative in a senior leadership environment.

Highlights

Own day-to-day execution of the Provost’s communications plan.

Manage executive content, internal communications, digital channels, and brand stewardship for Academic Affairs.

Operate independently with professional maturity and discretion in a senior leadership setting.

Maintain confidentiality and act as a liaison between Academic Affairs and central communication teams.

Requires bachelor’s degree in communications or related field and 2+ years of relevant experience.

Strong writing skills across institutional messaging, social media, newsletters, and executive correspondence.

Experience managing social media accounts and content management systems.

Salary: $60,000 annually.

Preferred qualifications include a master’s degree, higher education experience, executive-level communications skills, brand governance knowledge, and familiarity with email marketing and web analytics.