Director of Marketing and Communications

Columbia-Greene Community College/SUNY seeks a dynamic, creative, and resourceful Director of Marketing and Communications to join the senior leadership team. The successful candidate will propel the institution forward in the post-pandemic era. Reporting to the President of the College, the Director of Marketing and Communications provides the vision, leadership, planning, and coordination in advancing an integrated marketing communications program that includes brand identity, advertising, digital and print publications, and strategic messaging for diverse audiences in Columbia and Greene Counties and beyond. 

The Director of Marketing and Communications serves every department in the College and maintains regular collaboration with the Offices of Admissions, Academic Affairs, Athletics, Student Development, Community Engagement, Information Technology, Institutional Research and Effectiveness, Workforce New York, and the Columbia-Greene Community College Foundation.

Minimum Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess exemplary writing and interpersonal skills along with a highly creative approach to building the College’s brand. Candidates must have a master’s degree in English, journalism, communications, marketing, or related field along with at least seven years of experience in marketing / communications. Familiarity with higher education marketing in general and community colleges in particular will be a plus. (See the Columbia-Greene Community College website for a complete job description.)

Salary and Benefit Information 

Salary will be commensurate with experience. The College offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical and dental insurance, short- and long-term disability, generous

vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tax-deferred compensation, as well as employee and dependent tuition waivers. 

Application Information

For full consideration, forward a cover letter, CV, samples of work, and the names and contact information of five professional references as ONE PDF to HR@sunycgcc.edu by November 1, 2021.

SUNY Columbia-Greene Community College is an AA/EOE employer.