Director of Marketing and Communications

Jefferson Community College

Watertown, New York

Director of Marketing and Communications

Jefferson Community College, part of the State University of New York (SUNY), is currently conducting a search for the Director of Marketing and Communications.

The Director of Marketing and Communications provides strategic direction, planning, and leadership for the College's overall internal and external communications, marketing, branding, advertising and media relations; plans and designs innovative communication approaches using integrated web, social media, and traditional media technologies to serve student, academic and administrative needs. The Director streamlines, strengthens and evaluates the College's communications, and coordinates production of College print and digital materials, including the College website. Staff are expected to advance the College's focus on student success and completion and will work closely with the College's leadership to advance the mission of the current Strategic Plan.

Required: Bachelor's degree, three years of appropriate professional experience

Applicants must interact and communicate effectively with diverse populations, foster inclusion, and promote equal access and treatment for groups traditionally under-represented in higher education.

Preferred: Master's degree with professional experience in the area of communications, marketing, public relations or related field.

$65,000 -- $90,000 for well-qualified individuals. Salary is determined based upon experience and education as well as internal equity. The College offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision, and dental insurance, long-term disability, generous leave policies, paid holidays, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, tax-deferred compensation, NYS retirement, as well as employee and dependent tuition waivers; may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

To Apply: For additional information about the College and this posting, please visit https://www.sunyjefferson.edu, and select “Careers at Jefferson”. You may then apply by selecting the “Apply Now” button.

The following documentation/information is required to complete the application process:

• Cover letter
• Résumé
• Unofficial college transcript(s) showing college degree(s) earned
• Contact information for three professional references is required on the Employment Application Form.

Review of applications will begin immediately. Completed applications must be received by June 25, 2026.

Finalists will be responsible for interview-related expenses.

Final candidates are subject to a pre-employment criminal background investigation.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.