Communications Manager

Posting Details

Posting Details

Position Title Communications Manager

Department 7159 - Communications & Marketing

Position Number 986822

Requisition No. S02864

Salary Range/Pay Rate $55,472 - $62,399 annually

Benefits of Working at Oakland University Oakland University offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefit program including a comprehensive medical plan with low contribution amounts for our employees, dental and vision plans at no cost for our employees, generous paid time off plans, a generous University contribution to our 403(b) retirement plan, tuition assistance for our employees and dependents, free access to our Campus Recreation Center and workout facilities, and flexible work schedules and wellness programs. These are current benefit levels subject to future changes. Oakland University offers a strong, University-wide commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, which has garnered national recognition as a top workplace for LGBTQ+ community members; national recognition as a safe workplace, and consistent top ranking for support services to U.S. Military veteran students.

Employee Group/Grade AP Band N

Job Category Administrative-Professional

Work Schedule FT/Reg (40 hours)

Shift/Days This is a full-time position.

First consideration will be given to those who apply by November 13, 2026.

Pay Schedule Month

Number of Hrs./Wk. 40

Position Information

Position Information

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, English, public relations, marketing, higher education or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• A minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in communications, marketing, or a related field, with demonstrated strength in writing, digital channel management and project coordination.
• Excellent written communication skills across multiple formats and audiences, including remarks, institutional messaging, social media and newsletters.
• Ability to adapt writing to another person’s voice, receive and incorporate feedback and raise questions when clarification is needed.
• Ability to gather information from multiple sources, summarize key points and turn complex information into clear and compelling written content.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple assignments, deadlines and shifting priorities.
• Digital fluency, including experience managing content for websites, social media, email newsletters or other digital communication tools.
• Ability to coordinate communications projects involving multiple contributors, reviewers, deadlines and approval steps.
• Professional judgment, discretion and ability to handle confidential or sensitive information appropriately.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and units.

The writing sample should be a speech op-ed, video script, or something similar.

Those selected for final interviews may be required to complete a writing assignment.

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree.
• Experience supporting communications for an executive.
• Experience with content management systems, social media scheduling tools, email marketing platforms or analytics tools.
• Familiarity with brand governance principles and experience working within an institutional brand framework.
• Familiarity with higher education.
• Knowledge of and enthusiasm for the mission of a regional public university.

All Qualifications Unless otherwise required by an applicable collective bargaining agreement, all minimum, additional and desired qualifications are preferred, but qualifications, degrees, and/or experience deemed comparable and/or equivalent by Oakland University in its sole and exclusive discretion may be considered.

Position Details

Position Purpose The Communications Manager is a member of University Communications & Marketing who supports the day-to-day execution of presidential and other assigned executive leadership communications. Reporting to the Director of Presidential Communications, the manager researches, drafts, edits, coordinates and manages executive communications content across a range of formats, including remarks, talking points, scripts, presentations, leadership messages, web content, social media posts, newsletters and selected executive correspondence.

This role helps ensure executive communications are clear, accurate, timely, audience-appropriate and aligned with each leader’s voice and style, OU institutional priorities and OU brand standards. The manager coordinates with executive offices, UCM colleagues and campus partners to gather information, support executive appearances, manage digital content and maintain organized communications workflows.

This role requires excellent writing skills, digital fluency, project management discipline, sound judgment and a commitment to brand consistency. The successful candidate must be organized, proactive and adaptable, with the ability to move quickly and effectively in a fast-paced executive communications environment. The role also requires comfort writing in another person’s voice, receiving and incorporating constructive feedback, raising thoughtful questions and suggestions and incorporating final direction with professionalism and discretion.

Job Open Date 11/02/2026

Job Close Date

Position Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you currently a member of the Oakland University Administrative-Professional Group?
• Yes
• No
• No Response

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Writing Sample

Optional Documents