| Executive Director of Communications - Mercy University | |
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Work Location New York, NY U.S.A |
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Type of organization / Mission Focus: Geographic Scope: None Keywords: Education, |
Organization Website: https://talenthub.mercy.edu/jobs/executive-director-of-communications-dobbs-ferry-ny-new-york-united-states |
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Required Experience: Required
Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, or a related field. Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience in executive-level communications, preferably in higher education, nonprofit, government, or complex organizations. Demonstrated experience advising senior leaders and managing high-visibility communications. Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills across multiple formats. Proven ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion, sound judgment, and professionalism. Preferred Master’s degree in a related field. Experience working directly with a university president, CEO, or equivalent executive. Background in crisis communications and media relations. Familiarity with issues facing higher education, including enrollment, affordability, and workforce alignment. Core Competencies Strategic thinking and executive presence Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills Political and organizational acuity Ability to manage ambiguity and competing priorities Commitment to Mercy University’s mission and values Similar Jobs: Events Manager The Event Manager is responsible for assisting in coordination and on-site implementation for university events, space rentals, activities, camps & conferences. The position will provide essential support planning and execution, handling coordina... Assistant Director of Admissions, Recruitment Mercy University seeks a dynamic, energetic and inspirational individual to join our team as the Assistant Director of Admissions for Suffolk County Long Island. This is a highly visible position responsible for increasing awareness and building e... Executive Director of Communications Mercy University seeks a strategic, experienced, and highly collaborative Executive Director of Communications to lead presidential and institutional communications in support of the University’s mission, vision, and strategic priorities. Reportin... About Mercy Mercy University is a dynamic, independent, coeducational New York City area university that offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs in six schools: Business, Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Liberal Arts, Nursing, and Social and Behavioral Sciences. Mercy is the region's largest private, nonprofit, Minority-Serving Institution, proud to serve a student body that is highly diverse. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy University, has been ranked nationally among top colleges in the country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and by Excelencia in Education, earning their prestigious Seal of Excelencia for intentionally serving Latino students. Mercy University was further recognized by HACU as a national leader in awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics in several disciplines, including Psychology, Sociology, and Business. Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College in Westchester County in 2019, 2020, and 2022. Mercy is committed to offering an inclusive learning environment to help a diverse student body set a course for their future. To support its student body, Mercy has been awarded a number of federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver education to our students. Mercy’s student body reflects the rich diversity of the New York metropolitan area. Enrollment, including full-time and part-time undergraduates and graduates, is approximately 8,800. Mercy students learn on campuses in Dobbs Ferry, the Bronx, and Manhattan as well as online. At Mercy University we strive to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more. Our Mission: Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students the opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and high-quality learning environments, thus preparing students to embark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout their lives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing world. Benefits Eligible: Mercy University strives to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more. EEO Statement Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy University actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, height, weight, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. As part of this commitment, Mercy University will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact The Office of Human Resources at (914) 674-7839, Option 6 or via email at HR@mercy.edu. The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the organization. Mercy is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws. Campus Safety Mercy University is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all. Mercy University New York, NY $95,000 - $120,000 a year - Full-time Profile insights Here’s how the job qualifications align with your profile. Skills Content editing Do you have experience in Content editing? Education Bachelor's degree Do you have a Bachelor's degree? Job details Here’s how the job details align with your profile. Pay $95,000 - $120,000 a year Job type Full-time Benefits Pulled from the full job description Health insurance Retirement plan Full job description Dobbs Ferry, NY, New York, United States Staff Full-time $95,000- $120,000 annually Job Summary: Mercy University seeks a strategic, experienced, and highly collaborative Executive Director of Communications to lead presidential and institutional communications in support of the University’s mission, vision, and strategic priorities. Reporting jointly to the President’s Chief of Staff and the Vice President of Human Resources and serving as a senior communications advisor, the Executive Director will shape and execute a comprehensive communications strategy that elevates Mercy University’s reputation, strengthens stakeholder engagement, and advances institutional goals. This role oversees messaging for the Office of the President and works closely with senior leadership, University Advancement, Marketing, Human Resources, Enrollment Management, Academic Affairs, and other key partners to ensure consistent, compelling, and mission-aligned communications across all platforms. Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities: Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. It in no way states or implies that the responsibilities listed are the only duties required to perform in this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position responsibilities if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position. Strategic Communications & Leadership Serve as a senior communications strategist and advisor to the President on all internal and external messaging. Personally write, edit, and finalize presidential communications, including speeches, talking points, campus messages, Board communications, and external statements. Serve as the primary drafter for sensitive, complex, or time-critical communications, including crisis response, reputational issues, and institutional announcements. Develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy aligned with Mercy University’s mission, strategic plan, and brand. Anticipate and manage reputational risks, crisis communications, and sensitive issues in coordination with senior leadership and legal counsel. Represent the Office of the President in cross-divisional initiatives and strategic planning efforts. Presidential Communications Oversee and produce presidential communications, including speeches, remarks, op-eds, talking points, correspondence, and campus-wide messages. Prepare the President for public appearances, media interviews, board meetings, and major institutional events. Ensure presidential communications reflect institutional priorities, values, and voice. Institutional Messaging & Brand Stewardship Ensure consistent, clear, and compelling messaging across all University communications channels. Partner with marketing, digital, and advancement teams to align storytelling, branding, and engagement strategies. Identify and elevate stories that highlight Mercy University’s academic excellence, student success, community impact, and leadership. Team & Project Management Lead, mentor, and collaborate with communications staff and external vendors as needed. Manage multiple high-priority projects under tight deadlines with discretion and sound judgment. Establish best practices, workflows, and metrics to assess communications effectiveness. Required Skills & Experience: Required Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, or a related field. Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience in executive-level communications, preferably in higher education, nonprofit, government, or complex organizations. Demonstrated experience advising senior leaders and managing high-visibility communications. Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills across multiple formats. Proven ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion, sound judgment, and professionalism. Preferred Master’s degree in a related field. Experience working directly with a university president, CEO, or equivalent executive. Background in crisis communications and media relations. Familiarity with issues facing higher education, including enrollment, affordability, and workforce alignment. Core Competencies Strategic thinking and executive presence Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills Political and organizational acuity Ability to manage ambiguity and competing priorities Commitment to Mercy University’s mission and values Similar Jobs: Events Manager The Event Manager is responsible for assisting in coordination and on-site implementation for university events, space rentals, activities, camps & conferences. The position will provide essential support planning and execution, handling coordina... Assistant Director of Admissions, Recruitment Mercy University seeks a dynamic, energetic and inspirational individual to join our team as the Assistant Director of Admissions for Suffolk County Long Island. This is a highly visible position responsible for increasing awareness and building e... Executive Director of Communications Mercy University seeks a strategic, experienced, and highly collaborative Executive Director of Communications to lead presidential and institutional communications in support of the University’s mission, vision, and strategic priorities. Reportin... About Mercy Mercy University is a dynamic, independent, coeducational New York City area university that offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs in six schools: Business, Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Liberal Arts, Nursing, and Social and Behavioral Sciences. Mercy is the region's largest private, nonprofit, Minority-Serving Institution, proud to serve a student body that is highly diverse. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy University, has been ranked nationally among top colleges in the country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and by Excelencia in Education, earning their prestigious Seal of Excelencia for intentionally serving Latino students. Mercy University was further recognized by HACU as a national leader in awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics in several disciplines, including Psychology, Sociology, and Business. Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College in Westchester County in 2019, 2020, and 2022. Mercy is committed to offering an inclusive learning environment to help a diverse student body set a course for their future. To support its student body, Mercy has been awarded a number of federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver education to our students. Mercy’s student body reflects the rich diversity of the New York metropolitan area. Enrollment, including full-time and part-time undergraduates and graduates, is approximately 8,800. Mercy students learn on campuses in Dobbs Ferry, the Bronx, and Manhattan as well as online. At Mercy University we strive to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more. Our Mission: Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students the opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and high-quality learning environments, thus preparing students to embark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout their lives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing world. Benefits Eligible: Mercy University strives to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more. EEO Statement Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy University actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, height, weight, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. As part of this commitment, Mercy University will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact The Office of Human Resources at (914) 674-7839, Option 6 or via email at HR@mercy.edu. The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the organization. Mercy is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws. Campus Safety Mercy University is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all. |
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Duties / Expectations: Executive Director of Communications
Mercy University New York, NY $95,000 - $120,000 a year - Full-time Skills Content editing Do you have experience in Content editing? Education Bachelor's degree Do you have a Bachelor's degree? Benefits Health insurance Retirement plan Full job description Dobbs Ferry, NY, New York, United States Staff Full-time $95,000- $120,000 annually Job Summary: Mercy University seeks a strategic, experienced, and highly collaborative Executive Director of Communications to lead presidential and institutional communications in support of the University’s mission, vision, and strategic priorities. Reporting jointly to the President’s Chief of Staff and the Vice President of Human Resources and serving as a senior communications advisor, the Executive Director will shape and execute a comprehensive communications strategy that elevates Mercy University’s reputation, strengthens stakeholder engagement, and advances institutional goals. This role oversees messaging for the Office of the President and works closely with senior leadership, University Advancement, Marketing, Human Resources, Enrollment Management, Academic Affairs, and other key partners to ensure consistent, compelling, and mission-aligned communications across all platforms. Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities: Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. It in no way states or implies that the responsibilities listed are the only duties required to perform in this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position responsibilities if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position. Strategic Communications & Leadership Serve as a senior communications strategist and advisor to the President on all internal and external messaging. Personally write, edit, and finalize presidential communications, including speeches, talking points, campus messages, Board communications, and external statements. Serve as the primary drafter for sensitive, complex, or time-critical communications, including crisis response, reputational issues, and institutional announcements. Develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy aligned with Mercy University’s mission, strategic plan, and brand. Anticipate and manage reputational risks, crisis communications, and sensitive issues in coordination with senior leadership and legal counsel. Represent the Office of the President in cross-divisional initiatives and strategic planning efforts. Presidential Communications Oversee and produce presidential communications, including speeches, remarks, op-eds, talking points, correspondence, and campus-wide messages. Prepare the President for public appearances, media interviews, board meetings, and major institutional events. Ensure presidential communications reflect institutional priorities, values, and voice. Institutional Messaging & Brand Stewardship Ensure consistent, clear, and compelling messaging across all University communications channels. Partner with marketing, digital, and advancement teams to align storytelling, branding, and engagement strategies. Identify and elevate stories that highlight Mercy University’s academic excellence, student success, community impact, and leadership. Team & Project Management Lead, mentor, and collaborate with communications staff and external vendors as needed. Manage multiple high-priority projects under tight deadlines with discretion and sound judgment. Establish best practices, workflows, and metrics to assess communications effectiveness. Required Skills & Experience: |
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