Communications Manager at University of California, Riverside – Riverside, California
About This Position
Overview
Job ID 36718328
Category Campus Administration and Operations
Organization College of Natural & Agricultural Sciences
Department CNAS Deans Office Dept
Location Main Campus - UCR
Salary $75,900 - $137,300
Date Posted February 26, 2026
Application Deadline March 12, 2026
Schedule 8AM - 5PM
Full/Part Time Full-time(100%)
Level of Supervision General Supervision
Personnel Program Code Professional & Support Staff
Other Information Qualifies for Employee Referral Bonus: No
UC Internal Job: No
Position Information
Under the direction of the Assistant Dean of Communications and Strategic Initiatives for the College of Natural & Agricultural Sciences (CNAS) at UC Riverside, this position will manage the day-to-day marketing and communications activities for CNAS, with a special emphasis on recruitment, outreach and retention. The primary function of this role is to develop and support and comprehensive campaigns designed to build awareness of the College's programs, attract prospective students, improve conversion rates of admitted students to enrollees, showcase the expertise and success of faculty, current students, and alumni, and enhance the culture of the college. This position is also responsible for writing, editing and producing content for print, web, visual, digital, and electronic platforms that target internal and external audiences, including students, faculty, staff, alumni, parents, prospective/admitted students, the UCR campus community, and the general public. This position will collaborate with college and campus partners to support marketing and communications efforts. As an integral part of the CNAS communications team, this position will work closely with the CNAS Assistant Dean of Communications and Strategic Initiatives, CNAS Digital Communications Manager, CNAS Events Manager, members of the CNAS Dean's Office, CNAS Undergraduate Academic Advising, CNAS Graduate Student Advising Center, CNAS’ 13 departments, 17 CNAS majors, 20+ institutes and centers, various college programs, faculty, staff, and students. Collaboration and partnerships with university stakeholders include University Relations, Development, Alumni Engagement, Family Network, Student Affairs, Student Life, Undergraduate Admissions, etc. A portfolio of work samples (writing, campaigns, video/photo projects, etc) will be requested of interviewees.The full salary range for the Communications Manager is $75,900.00 - $137,300.00 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is $75,900 - $91,250 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. A work sample may be required as part of the recruitment process.
Requirements
Educational Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| 4 - 7 years of related experience. | Required |
| Experience in marketing, communications, advertising, event planning, recruitment, outreach, or related fields | Preferred |
| Thorough knowledge of the campus and/or medical center products and services. |
| Thorough analytical and written communication skills. |
| Thorough knowledge of marketing mediums and funding sources. |
| Thorough knowledge of communication principles, media, and marketing techniques. |
| Strong project management skills. |
| Strong interpersonal communication and political acumen skills. |
| Strong skills in event and media activities management. |
| Skill in mentoring less experienced staff. |
| Thorough knowledge of the campus and/or medical center, including its achievements, mission, vision, goals, objectives and infrastructure. |
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
- UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
- UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
- Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
- Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
- UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.
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