Chancellor's Office Statement
Join our team at the California State University, Office of the Chancellor, and make a difference in providing access to higher education. We are currently seeking experienced candidates for the position of Senior Director, Integrated Internal Communications. The CSU Chancellor's Office, located on the waterfront adjacent to the Aquarium of the Pacific in downtown Long Beach, is the headquarters for the nation's largest and most diverse system of higher education. The CSU Chancellor's Office offers a premium benefit package that includes outstanding vacation, health, and dental plans; a fee waiver education program; membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS); and 15 paid holidays a year.
Salary
The anticipated salary hiring range is up to $170,892 per year, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Classification
Administrator IV
Position Information
The California State University, Office of the Chancellor, is seeking a Senior Director, Integrated Internal Communications to serve as the chief storyteller for the California State University Chancellor’s Office and leads a team of writers responsible for strategic communications driven through messaging internal audiences including the Board of Trustees, employees, students, and key insiders such as the CSU Foundation Board and Alumni Council. The team will develop feature stories, pride points, and accurate and timely information about important university matters which are integrated into messaging to broader audiences.
This position is approved for telecommuting (two days telecommuting, three days in office (in-person)) with onsite work at the main headquarters located in Long Beach, California.
Responsibilities
Under the general direction of the Associate Vice Chancellor, Strategic Communications and Brand Marketing, the Senior Director, Integrated Internal Communications will:
-Provide strategic communications counsel to Division leadership developing an editorial calendar that furthers goals and objectives.
-Promote the CSU and Chancellor’s Office as an employer of choice that cares for its people and conducts purpose-driven work.
-Advance storytelling through a variety of mediums including newsletters, web content, blogs, podcasts.
-Develop case statements, position papers and narrative responses to emerging issues that can be leveraged both internally and externally.
-Help shape the Board of Trustees and Chancellor’s priorities through narrative storytelling.
-Disseminate information from human resources, legal and regulatory groups for operational compliance and effectiveness.
-Identify and monitor key performance indicators.
-Create and implement strategic communications plans with colleagues in University Relations & Advancement, and throughout the Chancellor’s Office.
-Integrate messaging with strategic communications, marketing and brand management.
-Lead, oversee and implement internal communications strategy leveraging WorkVivo systemwide intranet.
Qualifications
This position requires:
-A bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or a closely related discipline is required.
-A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in public affairs, journalism, communications, or marketing positions.
-Exceptional writing, editing, and communications skills.
-Demonstrated experience with narrative, explanatory, and persuasive writing.
Preferred Qualifications
-A master’s degree in a related area is preferred
-Experience in higher education is preferred.
-Familiarity with higher education/academia, and with California state public policy.
-Experience with targeted communication through digital communication platforms.
Application Period
Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by October 10, 2025. Applications will be accepted until the job posting is removed.
How To Apply
Please click "Apply Now" to complete the California State University, Chancellor's Office online employment application.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, the CSU provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Senior Human Resources Manager at (562) 951-4070.
Title IX
Please view the Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator at: https://www2.calstate.edu/titleix
E-Verify
This position requires new hire employment verification to be processed through the E-Verify program administered by the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (DHSUSCIS)' in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA).
If hired, you will be required to furnish proof that you are legally authorized to work in the United States. The CSU Chancellor’s Office is not a sponsoring agency for staff and Management positions (i.e., H1-B VISAS).
COVID19 Vaccination Policy
Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all Chancellor’s Office employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications.
Mandated Reporter Per CANRA
The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
Conflict of Interest
The duties of this position will include participation in decisions that may have a material financial benefit to the incumbent. Therefore, the selected candidate will be required to file Conflict of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interest when they first occupy the position, and on an annual basis, complete ethics training within 6 months of appointment, and attend this training every other year thereafter.
CSU Out of State Employment Policy
California State University, Office of the Chancellor, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Background
The Chancellor's Office policy requires that the selected candidate successfully complete a full background check (including a criminal records check) prior to assuming this position.