Executive Writer

Job No: 562046; 09/09/2026

EXECUTIVE WRITER

California State University, Los Angeles, invites applications for the above Administrator I position.

The University: California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA) is one of 22 campuses within the California State University system.  The University is the premier comprehensive public university in the heart of Los Angeles. We offer nationally recognized programs, and our faculty have a strong commitment to scholarship, research, creative pursuits, and service.

As a federally recognized Hispanic-serving (HSI) and Asian American, Native American, and Pacific Islander-serving institution (AANAPISI), Cal State LA recognizes the transformative power of education and embraces its duty to identify and serve the needs of all its students. The University is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population of students, faculty, and staff can thrive.

The Position: Reporting to the Chief of Staff, with a dotted- line reporting relationship to the President, the Executive Writer serves as the President's principal writer and a key partner in presidential and executive communications. The position develops high-level communications that authentically reflect the President's voice, leadership, priorities, and vision while advancing the University's strategic objectives. Working closely with the President and Chief of Staff, the Executive Writer develops speeches, remarks, talking points, presentations, correspondence, opinion pieces, executive messages, presidential social media content, and other communications for internal, external, and system wide audiences. The Executive Writer conducts research and develops briefing and background materials, and translates complex institutional issues into clear, compelling, and audience-appropriate communications. The position supports presidential communications associated with Board of Trustees activities, legislative and government relations priorities, donor and community engagements, major University initiatives and announcements, media opportunities, and other high-profile activities. The position also supports the President's digital voice and presence by developing authentic social media and thought leadership content connected to presidential priori ties, campus activities, institutional milestones, and community and system wide engagement. The Executive Writer works collaboratively with the Chief of Staff, Strategic Communications, External Affairs & University Relations, and other University partners to ensure presidential communications are accurate, coordinated, timely, and aligned with institutional messaging while maintaining the President's distinct voice.

Required Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Communications, Journalism, English, Public Relations, Political Science, Marketing, or a related field. Five years of progressively responsible experience in executive writing, communications, journalism, public affairs, executive communications, or a related field. Demonstrated experience writing for senior executives or other high-level leaders while maintaining an authentic and consistent executive voice across multiple formats. Experience developing content across multiple communications channels, including speeches, executive correspondence, presentations, and digital communications. Exceptional writing, editing, proofreading, and storytelling skills, with the ability to communicate complex subjects clearly and persuasively. Strong research, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and competing deadlines in a fast-paced executive environment. Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, diplomacy, and confidentiality when working with sensitive or high-profile information. Ability to collaborate effectively with senior leaders, communications professionals, subject-matter experts, and diverse internal and external stakeholders. Incumbent must demonstrate an interest or ability in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who may apply for the position. A task may be included as part of the interview process.

California State University, Los Angeles, 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.

Desired Qualifications: Master’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Administration, Higher Education, Political Science, or a related field. Experience writing for a university president, chancellor, elected official, public-sector executive, or other senior executive. Experience in higher education, government, public affairs, or public-sector communications. Experience developing executive communications for complex, sensitive, or high-profile institutional matters, including executive social media, thought-leadership, and other digital content. Experience preparing executive communications for governing boards, elected officials, donors, community leaders, and other high-level stakeholders. Knowledge of California State University governance, contemporary higher education issues, and the role of public universities.

Compensation: Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Salary range is $4,135 - $12,288/monthly. Budgeted hiring salary range is $7,083 - $9,166/monthly. A comprehensive benefits package is provided.

Appointment: The Administrator I appointment will be made under the guidelines for management and supervisory employees of the California State University.  All rights and benefits associated with this appointment are governed by the Management Personnel Plan.

This position is a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission.

Closing Date: Review of applications will begin on September 23, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled; however, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications are received. A completed online Cal State LA employment application is required. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

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 revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.

In addition to meeting fully its obligations under federal and state law, California State University, Los Angeles is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual. To that end, all qualified individuals will receive equal consideration without regard to economic status, race, ethnicity, color, religion, disability, national origin or cultural background, political views, sex or sexual orientation, gender, or other personal characteristics or beliefs.

Candidates must demonstrate ability and/or interest in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. Certain positions require fingerprinting. The University actively encourages qualified minorities, women and persons with a disability to apply.  Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions when this does not cause an undue hardship. We are an Equal Opportunity/Title IX Employer.

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