Director of Office of Communications, Marketing and Events

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute college-level marketing and communication initiatives, including collateral, press releases, and website content
• Create and implement an annual marketing and communications plan aligned with the Dean's strategic vision
• Oversee the strategic development and maintenance of the college website to ensure a modern, user-friendly experience
• Manage the Office of Communications, Marketing and Events (OCME) team, including staff supervision and workflow optimization
• Plan, execute, and evaluate college-level events and oversee unit-level event execution
• Serve as the administrator for the Dean's Advisory Council, managing membership, elections, and communications
• Manage the annual OCME department budget, including LSU and LSU Foundation accounts

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• 7+ years of professional experience
• Proven experience in event planning and project management
• Background in marketing and/or public relations
• Previous supervisory or management experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree
• 8-10 years of administrative experience
• Previous leadership experience within a business college

Benefits

• Health, life, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement options and flexible spending accounts
• Various leave options and paid holidays
• Tuition exemption for qualified positions
• Training and development opportunities

About the Company

Louisiana State University is the state's flagship land-, sea-, and space-grant institution. LSU is committed to offering a broad array of undergraduate and graduate programs, employing excellent teacher-scholars, and using its extensive resources to solve economic, environmental, and social challenges across Louisiana.