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Director of Public Affairs Job at University of Alaska

University of Alaska Anchorage, AK 99508

Job Information

  • Date Posted
    2025-08-30
  • Location
    Anchorage, AK 99508
  • Job Title
    Director of Public Affairs
  • Gender
    Both
  • Job Number:522146
  • Classification:Director (Admin)
  • Grade:Senior Administrator
  • Work type:Hybrid, Officer/Senior Administrator, On Campus, Staff Full-time
  • Administrative Unit:University of Alaska Statewide
  • School/Business unit:VP University Relations 4
  • Location:Anchorage, Fairbanks
  • Categories: Executive/Director/Management, Communications/Public Relations/Marketing

Position Summary:

As part of the University Relations team, this position leads communication and outreach efforts to support the President, the Board of Regents and other university leadership in raising the profile and reputation of the University of Alaska (UA). The Director works closely with the public affairs and university advancement leadership at each of the universities and is also responsible for internal communications and supervision of the Office of Public Affairs. Position can be based in Fairbanks or Anchorage.

Duties:

1-25Communication leadership: Provide communication leadership, guidance and support to the President, Board of Regents and other university leadership on policy issues, and other matters of significance to the reputation and relationships of the University of Alaska and its central administrative office. Respond to crises and challenging situations quickly and professionally in conjunction with university leadership.Essential
25Strategic communications: Develop and implement a strategic, comprehensive and proactive communication and outreach plan to raise the profile and reputation of the University of Alaska (UA), its core programs and areas of excellence with key stakeholders and partners in Alaska, nationally and internationally. Ensure all messaging is consistent across the university. Proactively seek out and promote innovative and creative approaches to communication.Essential
3-25Primary spokesperson: Primary spokesperson to local, national, and international media on issues pertaining to the University of Alaska, including on behalf of the university president and Board of Regents actions. Includes coordinating public information requests with the UA Office of General Counsel. Develop relationships and working with media outlets and community stakeholders.Essential
4-15Staff leadership: Manage the public affairs team performance, development needs and career growth. Serve as project manager for communication campaigns. Work cooperatively with university public affairs officers and university advancement leaders on internal communication strategies to efficiently and effectively reinforce the mission, values and culture, and to advance the reputation of the UA, and report on communication progress.Essential
5-10Develop strategy: Coordinate with the university's state and federal directors on proactive legislative strategies Work with system leadership to establish priorities when needed.Essential
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
  • High proficiency in oral & written communications
  • Extensive journalism & public relations experience
  • Working knowledge of Alaska history and politics
  • Familiarity with appropriate laws, i.e., Open Meetings Act, Alaska Public Records Act, Freedom of Information Act.
  • Proficiency with a variety of digital platforms.
  • Analytical skills to solve problems and find the best way to convey a message.

Typical Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in a writing or communications-related field with five or more years of progressively responsible experience in communicating to the public. Knowledge of higher education institutions. Working knowledge of Alaska history and politics.

Required Education or Training:

Bachelor’s Degree in a writing or communications-related field with five or more years of progressively responsible experience in communicating to the public. Experience coordinating large scale communication campaigns. A minimum of three years experience managing a team. Demonstrated success working with senior executive level clients and stakeholders. Master’s degree in a writing- or communications-related field preferred.



Salary Information:

This is a full-time, 12-month, exempt senior administrator position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package.

UA provides a generous compensation package that includes excellent benefits including retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage.



Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please submit a cover letter, CV or resume and three (3) professional references. This position is open until filled; however, the initial application review will begin on November 7, 2022.


This position is designated as an officer of the university or senior administrator at the discretion of the president.

UAF COVID Requirements:

Effective immediately, all new UAF hires, whose job function or work location results in the employee being subject to the UAF vaccine requirements guided by the Federal Contractor Employee vaccine mandate*, must be fully vaccinated with an FDA- or WHO- authorized or approved COVID-19 vaccine or have obtained a university-approved disability/medical or religious exemption no later than six weeks from the new hire's start date.

  • Employees based on UAF’s Troth Yeddha’ (Fairbanks) campus, regardless of university affiliation and remote work status; Employees based in UAF research units outside Fairbanks (including Seward Marine Center, Kodiak Seafood and Marine Science Center, HAARP, Poker Flat, Lena Point, and Toolik Field Station); and Employees, regardless of their work location, paid by or directly working on impacted UAF federal contract.
  • To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.

UA is an AA/EO employer and educational institution and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual:

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact University of Alaska HR at 907-450-8200.

Advertised: 26 Oct 2022 Alaskan Daylight Time
Applications close:




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