Hi Herb,

Can you please resend this announcement?  There was a bad link in the email.  The NOV is correct, however.  So sorry for the inconvenience.

Thanks!!

Herb,

Thank you so much for agreeing to send out this announcement.  It is below – you can just delete this extraneous message J 

Thanks again!  Hope you have a wonderful week.

Washington State University (WSU) seeks a dynamic Director of Communications to bring strategic and visionary leadership to the planning and execution of communications for the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS). WSU is the land grant institution for Washington and CAHNRS supports this mission through discovery (research), translation (extension) and transformational learning (teaching).    The Director is the Chief Communications Officer for CAHNRS and is responsible for marketing, communication, and dissemination of critical information emanating from Washington State University’s largest college, which includes 15 academic departments, four Research and Extension Centers, 39 Extension county offices, and one tribal Extension office. Key recipients of communications include members of large and small agricultural groups, Extension clientele, state and federal agency personnel, students, alumni, and donors.

CAHNRS is one of the largest, most diverse colleges at WSU with a statewide presence in research and extension. The College features 24 majors, 19 minors, and 27 graduate level programs and has one of the most wide-ranging and well-funded research portfolios among land grant institutions in the U.S. 

The complexity of CAHNRS presents an amazing opportunity for an individual seeking to serve in a proactive leadership role.  This fast-paced, demanding, and strategically important position requires exceptional skills in media relations, marketing communications, news writing, and team leadership, as well as familiarity with the agricultural, natural resources, and human sciences.

CAHNRS many distinctive achievements…

*       Home to the nation’s first organic major and Center (CSANR) devoted to sustainable agriculture

*       Beetles and a cup of joe: Entomology professors research how insects boost fair trade coffee sales

*       Prestigious innovation grant awards

*       Students win scholarship in swimwear for plus-size women design completion

*       Internationally recognized scientists work side by side with students to solve threats to the world’s food supply

*       Dairy Club wins Flavor Faceoff with Ferdinand’s Ice Cream Shoppe’s Apple Cup Crisp

How would you lead a team to tell CAHNRS story?

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and six (6) years of progressively responsible relevant experience, which has included at least three (3) years of managerial experience.  A Master’s degree in a related field may be substituted for up to one (1) year of the required experience.

Education and experience must fit the specific organizational entity/directorial assignment.

This position is based in Pullman, WA, and is a full-time appointment offering a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

For more information, please view the full position description at:  http://www.wsujobs.com. Apply online with a cover letter, resume including the names and contact information of three references, and a portfolio with digital exhibits consisting of no more than five examples of relevant work in communications, marketing, and/or design.  

Screening begins July 15. The position is open until filled.

WSU is an EO/AA Employer and Educator.

Kathy

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Kathy Stilwell, Assistant to the Associate Dean and Director

Washington State University Extension

P.O. Box 646248

Pullman, WA  99164-6248

509-335-2933

Fax: 509-335-2926

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http://ext.wsu.edu

WSU Extension programs are available to all without discrimination.

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