Director - Communications & Media Relations

About Eastern Washington University:

Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. EWU's 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington's second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences, and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor's and master's degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by https://collegesofdistinction.com/, a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a https://collegesofdistinction.com/best-colleges-of-distinction/ (CoD). Money magazine recently named https://money.com/best-colleges/profile/eastern-washington-university/.

Tribal Land Acknowledgement

Eastern Washington University resides within the traditional homelands of the Spokane People and other tribes who are connected through their shared history of this region. This land holds their cultural DNA and it is their Ancestors who are here and bring forth the knowledge of this place---the knowledge that comes from the land.

Job Summary:

Eastern Washington University (EWU ) is currently seeking skilled and team-oriented applicants for the following position: Director of Communications and Media Relations. This key position, located within the Advancement division and reporting to the Associate Vice President for University Relations, serves as the university's chief communications and public information officer as well as its primary media relations contact. The Director plays a crucial role in communicating EWU's mission, vision, and values, working within an environment that highly values cross-divisional collaboration. Responsibilities include overseeing community and media relations, managing crisis communications, and developing content across multiple platforms. The Director also supports various units within the Advancement division. In addition, the Director contributes to advancing the university's mission and strategic priorities, enhancing visibility and awareness both within the university and throughout the broader community and region. This involves coordinating efforts and crafting messages for diverse internal and external audiences. The Director also acts as an advisor to the Vice President of Advancement, the President, the Cabinet, Deans, and other senior leaders.

EWU is committed to supporting and promoting a diverse workforce and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.

The salary for this position is $80,631(minimum) up to $112,887. Where the hired candidate will begin within this range is dependent on education, experience, and skills. In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insu