Assistant Dean, Strategic Communications & Brand Leadership

Zymtronix Catalytic Systems Inc; City of Ithaca (NY); Hybrid; USD 134,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Cornell benefits package

Job summary

Cornell University in Ithaca, NY, seeks an innovative Assistant Dean of Communications to lead the Brooks School of Public Policy’s marketing and communications efforts. You will shape a clear communications vision, align messaging across multiple stakeholders, and elevate the school’s national and global visibility.

The role reports to the Dean and partners with central teams to drive a strategic plan, budget management, and a high-performing team of two professionals.

Qualifications

• Experience leading communications in higher education, government, or non-profit settings.
• Ability to develop and execute comprehensive communications plans and branding.
• Proven track record in managing budgets, staff, and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive communications and marketing strategy for the Brooks School.
• Lead a two-person communications team and coordinate with Brand, Media Relations, News, and Strategic Communications.
• Serve as strategic advisor to the Dean and senior leadership; supervise resources and deliver measurable results.
• Demonstrate commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and wellbeing; manage vendor relations and contracts.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Communications planning

Stakeholder management

Diversity & inclusion

Storytelling

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 7–10 years experience

Tools

Video production

Social media

Job description

Cornell University in Ithaca, NY, seeks an innovative Assistant Dean of Communications to lead the Brooks School of Public Policy’s marketing and communications efforts. You will shape a clear communications vision, align messaging across multiple stakeholders, and elevate the school’s national and global visibility.

The role reports to the Dean and partners with central teams to drive a strategic plan, budget management, and a high-performing team of two professionals.