College: Louisiana Delta Community College

Department: Administration & Finance

Sub department: 

Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Administrative/Staff

Duties and Responsibilities: 

Strategic Leadership
• Develop and implement a unified external affairs strategy aligned with LDCC’s Strategic Plan, LDCC and LCTCS policies.
• Serve as a key advisor to the Chancellor on public positioning, policy engagement, and crisis communication.
• Establish and maintain two-way communication channels with Campus Directors to support local initiatives and ensure consistent messaging across all locations.
• Provides direct supervision and strategic oversight for the Director of Information Technology, ensuring alignment of IT initiatives with institutional goals and community engagement priorities.
Communications and Brand Management
• Oversee internal and external communications, media relations, branding, digital presence, and executive messaging.
• Act as the college’s lead spokesperson and prepare senior leaders for media and public engagement.
• Lead crisis communication planning and execution in alignment with institutional values and compliance standards.
Government and Community Relations
• Build and maintain relationships with public officials, community leaders, and key stakeholders at all levels.
• Monitor and influence state and federal legislation affecting LDCC and advocate for institutional priorities.
• Represent the college at public events, hearings, and forums to foster civic engagement and policy influence.
Marketing and Advancement
• Direct marketing strategies to support enrollment, program visibility, and fundraising.
• Collaborate with the foundation and advancement team to enhance donor engagement and alumni relations.
• Support regional outreach initiatives tailored to community needs and demographics.
Team Leadership and Operations
• Lead and develop a high-performing external affairs team across communications, marketing, and development functions.
• Manage departmental budgets and operations with a focus on innovation, accountability, and results.
• Use data and analytics to evaluate program success and guide strategic decisions.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIS)
Communications and Public Relations
• Increased media placements and digital engagement.
• Measurable improvements in brand perception and public trust.
Government and Community Relations
• Increase legislative advocacy activities and number of strategic partnerships.
Marketing and Advancement
• Campaign performance metrics and donor/alumni engagement data.
Collaboration and Leadership
• Positive Campus Director feedback and team development outcomes.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Occasional evening and weekend commitments are required.
• Travel to campuses, legislative meetings, and community events.

Required Education: • Master’s degree in public relations, Communications, Public Administration, higher education leadership, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of progressively responsible experience in public affairs or external relations, preferably in higher education or the public sector.
• Proven success in communications strategy, stakeholder engagement, and media relations.
• Experience collaborating with government and community partners.
• Strong understanding of the dynamics of a comprehensive community college, particularly within a multi-campus system.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in digital communication tools and platforms.

Benefits: As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, Louisiana Delta Community College has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. Louisiana Delta Community College is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. Louisiana Delta Community College is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.