Assistant Vice President of Communications Content

Lsu Open · verified Sep 21, 2026

University Administration Full-time VP Communications

At a glance

Leadership Communications role at Lsu. University Administration · full-time.

Pay not stated Communications salary

RoleCommunications

SeniorityVP

LocationUniversity Administration

EmploymentFull-time

PostedJul 14, 2026 · 2mo ago

Role brief

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What you'll do

Set LSU’s public relations and communications direction with university leadership across local, national, and international audiences
Coordinate writers, videographers, designers, social specialists, and media relations staff to produce platform-specific content
Work with the Chancellor, Provost, and Enrollment Management on annual recruitment communications and materials
Align campus communicators around shared LSU and System priorities, responsibilities, approvals, and reusable assets
Help plan campus crisis responses through the Emergency Operations Center and keep related materials current

What you bring

Bring a bachelor’s degree plus ten years of relevant experience, or equivalent experience without the degree
Show proven crisis communication experience, AP style proficiency, and strong written and verbal communication
Demonstrate experience managing many employees, handling issues, ghostwriting, and using social media

Who this fits

This role suits a senior communications leader who can direct writing operations, coordinate large cross-functional content teams, and advise university leadership. You should be prepared for crisis planning, emergency training, and possible campus reporting during emergencies or closures. A satisfactory background check and valid U.S. work authorization are required.

From the employer

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Job Posting Title:

Assistant Vice President of Communications Content

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSUAM OCUR - Office of Communications (Meg Casper Sunstrom (00327313) (Inherited))

Work Location:

University Administration

Pay Grade:

Professional

Job Description:

Strategizes for and directs LSU's overall global public relations and communications efforts with the university leadership team; promotes and publicizes LSU and the LSU System at the local, state, national and international levels; works to enhance LSU's reputation through communications and public relations; strategizes for and develops crisis communications for LSU; directs the writing department within the LSU Marketing & Communications Office.

Responsibilities:

40%: Coordinate and create content for multiple communications platforms using writers, videographers, graphic designers, social media specialists and media relations team. Content should promote and amplify LSU’s flagship campus as well as the System with a focus on audiences including students, alumni, faculty/researchers, donors, policy makers and the general public.

30%: Works directly with the flagship Chancellor/Provost in coordination with Enrollment Management Staff to identify recruitment strategies and the communications materials need to support those efforts annually.

20%: Oversee the Campus Communicators group, organize and plan meetings to ensure LSU flagship and system priorities/messaging are understood and amplified towards common goals. Establish and socialize campus communicator responsibilities for content creation and support of their direct supervisors while clarifying Marketing & Communication’s oversight/approval roles as well as shared assets that are available for use.

10%: Crisis Planning: Serve as a member of LSU’s Emergency Operations Center Core Committee, which works year-round to plan for/prevent crisis on campus. Attend crisis training and planning exercises. Provides periodic updates of crisis materials to staff. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree with 10 years of experience

LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply— a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's Degree with 12 plus years of proven experience in crisis communication, proficient knowledge of AP writing style, proven verbal and written communication skills, proven ability to manage a large number of employees, problem-solving skills, experience in issues management, experience in ghostwriting and with social media.

Additional Requirements:

This position may be required to report to campus in times of emergency and/or closure per PS-18.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please attach CV/resume, cover letter, and the names of three professional references. A copy of your transcripts may be attached to your application (if available). However, official transcripts are required prior to hire.

Please attach all documents under the “Resume/CV” section of your application. Attachments are limited to five.

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Meg Sunstrom at msunst1@lsu.edu.

Skills Needed:

Preferred Skills:

Posting Date:

July 14, 2026

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

November 11, 2026

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.