Marketing & Communications

Associate Vice President, Strategic & Integrated Communications

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Job typeOther PostedAug 27, 2026 Apply bySep 26, 2026

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About this position

Associate Vice President, Strategic & Integrated Communications

About the Company

Top university providing a personalized & interdisciplinary educational experience

Industry
Higher Education

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1861

Employees
1001-5000

Categories

  • Higher Education
  • Non Profit
  • STEM Education
  • Universities
  • Chapman University
  • Chapman University Homepage
  • Colleges & Universities
  • Education
  • Private Colleges and Universities
  • Services
  • Training

Specialties

  • arts and entertainment
  • business and economics
  • science and technology
  • humanities and social sciences
  • and law

About the Role

The Company is seeking an Associate Vice President for Strategic and Integrated Communications to lead the development and implementation of the institution's communication strategies. The successful candidate will be a strategic leader with a collaborative and forward-thinking approach, responsible for managing the company's operational and strategic communication efforts. This role involves providing executive counsel to senior leaders, acting as a chief spokesperson when necessary, and overseeing a team of communication professionals. The AVP will be at the forefront of protecting the company's reputation, particularly in issues management and crisis communications, and will be expected to champion a results-oriented, data-driven culture. Applicants for the Associate Vice President position at the company should be highly experienced in integrated and strategic communications, with a proven track record of leveraging various media campaigns to achieve transformative impact. The role requires a leader who is an exceptional communicator, impactful presenter, and who can foster a culture of continuous improvement and excellence. The ideal candidate will be a relationship-oriented leader, deeply rooted in partnership and mutual respect, and will approach their work with humility, positive intent, and a commitment to teamwork. A primary focus of the role is on promoting a unit of high-performing professionals and ensuring that the department's structure and resources align with the company's strategic objectives. The AVP will also be responsible for mentoring staff at all levels and must be prepared to adapt strategies and support innovation in the pursuit of the company's goals.

Hiring Manager Title
Senior Vice President of Marketing and Public Affairs

Functions

  • Marketing
  • Education/Academic Administration
Confidential

Location and commute

Orange, CA .

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How to apply

Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-3009654675.