Director of Communications & Public Engagement

Working in collaboration with the Dean and the leadership team of the School, the position oversees all communications and marketing initiatives for the School and its units to translate complex students, alumni, faculty and staff achievements and impacts into clear, compelling narratives that improve student enrollment, retention, engagement and success; support advancement and fundraising; and promote reputation and community excellence. The position liaises with KU Marketing and Public Affairs, and KU Endowment Association on matters related to communications and public engagement.

This position is a 1.0 FTE appointment serving the School Architecture and Design at the University of Kansas. 
Working in collaboration with the Dean and the leadership team of the School, the position oversees all communications and marketing initiatives for the School and its units to translate complex students, alumni, faculty and staff achievements and impacts into clear, compelling narratives that improve student enrollment, retention, engagement and success; support advancement and fundraising; and promote reputation and community excellence. 
The position is a member of the Dean’s leadership team. The position liaises with KU Marketing and Public Affairs, and KU Endowment Association on matters related to communications and public engagement. The position supervises the Graphic Designer of the School and a staff of student employees. The Position serves at the pleasure of the Dean and reports to the Dean.