Vice President, University Communications at InsideHigherEd

Colgate University is a distinctive, leading, and national liberal arts university located in Hamilton, New York, known for its intellectual rigor, world-class professors, campus of stunning beauty, and alumni famously loyal to their alma mater. Supported by a 9:1 student-to-faculty ratio and an array of student affairs professionals who are leaders in their fields, Colgate’s 3,169 students are engaged in a highly personalized and rigorous residential undergraduate experience that prepares them to become global citizens who will thrive in life and in work.

The Vice President, University Communications will lead and elevate the university’s communications strategy during a period of ambitious growth. Reporting directly to the President and sitting on the University Cabinet, this leader will serve as the chief architect of Colgate’s narrative, amplifying the university’s reputation for intellectual rigor, world-class faculty, and a distinctive residential experience. This person will be responsible for the development and execution of a comprehensive communications strategy, and includes oversight of media relations, leadership communications, internal communications, crisis and issues management, thought leadership, digital and social media, content, and creative services.

The ideal candidate will have 15+ years of demonstrated senior leadership experience overseeing a communications program for a leading higher education institution or similarly complex, multi-stakeholder organization. Strong collaborative skills and proven team leadership and management skills are essential.

THE SEARCH PROCESS

Colgate University is assisted in this process by Spencer Stuart and welcomes nominations or expressions of interest. If you wish to submit your application materials or nominate someone to serve as Vice President, University Communications, please send an email message with supporting materials to: [email protected]