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Kansas State University

Public Relations and Communications Strategist

🇺🇸 Manhattan, KS 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $75K - $85K 💻 Communications 🗓️ February 5th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

The Office of the President is hiring a Public Relations and Communications Strategist. The role involves managing strategic communications from the President's Office, supporting presidential initiatives, and serving as a liaison between internal leadership and external partners to ensure consistent, high-impact messaging.

Highlights
  • Serve as a senior strategic communications advisor for the Office of the President.
  • Coordinate presidential communications aligning with university priorities and brand.
  • Prepare and support the President for high-profile events and media engagements.
  • Act as primary liaison between the President's Office and Division of Communications and Marketing.
  • Assist with media relations and crisis communications including briefing and interview prep.
  • Manage confidential matters and competing priorities with discretion and strategic judgment.
  • Requires experience in executive-level support, public relations, and strategic communications with high-level writing and editing.
  • Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in related fields and experience in higher education or public sector environments.
  • Anticipated salary range is $75,000 to $85,000.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.