Executive Communications Specialist

Phase2 Technology; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance plans

Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

University tuition reduction for employee and family members

Retirement plans

Access to university recreation and cultural activities

Job summary

Phase2 Technology is seeking an Executive Communications Specialist in Tucson, AZ, to develop integrated communication strategies for senior leaders and enhance visibility of leadership priorities. Responsibilities include writing high-quality executive communications, advising on messaging strategies, and preparing leaders for media engagements.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree and has at least 8 years of relevant experience. Benefits include health insurance, paid vacation, and university tuition reduction. Contact Lisa Black at [e-mail] for more information.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Responsibilities

• Write, evaluate, and edit executive-level communications.
• Ensure alignment of messaging with brand values.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders.
• Prepare leaders for media engagements.
• Implement communications strategies for visibility.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Communication best practices

Discretion when interacting with executives

Innovation and creativity

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Executive Communications Specialist

Posting Number: req26393
Department: RII Research Communications
Location: Tucson Campus, Tucson, AZ USA

Job Overview

The Office of Research & Partnerships (ORP) Marketing and Communications Team at the University of Arizona is seeking an Executive Communications Specialist. The role fosters effective communication between senior leaders and diverse audiences—including industry and government partners, donors, faculty, staff, students, alumni, and community members—to advance the university’s strategic vision. The specialist develops and delivers integrated communication strategies and products that support senior leadership and institutional research priorities. This position provides strategic communications counsel focused on executive communications, thought leadership, high‑visibility messaging, and media relations, operating independently to influence key stakeholders and manage sensitive, high‑impact communications across internal and external audiences.

Visa Information

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Write, evaluate, review, and edit high‑quality executive‑level communications including speeches, talking points, presentations, briefing materials, correspondence, and leadership messages.
• Ensure consistency, clarity and alignment of executive messaging with institutional brand, values and strategic goals.
• Serve as a trusted communications advisor to senior leaders, providing counsel on messaging strategy, tone, timing and audience considerations.
• Prepare leaders and subject‑matter experts for media engagements through briefing documents and message development.
• Plan, develop and implement integrated marketing and communications strategies for thought leadership and media relations to enhance the visibility and public profile of executives, leadership priorities and research initiatives.
• Collaborate with marketing professionals, creative staff, digital specialists, and campus partners to align content with institutional brand standards.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of communication best practices, techniques and standards.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to exercise discretion when interacting with executives and senior leaders.
• High degree of innovation, creativity and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience; minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Life insurance and disability programs.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• University of Arizona/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members.
• Retirement plans.
• Access to university recreation and cultural activities.

Additional Information

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Contact: Lisa Black | [e-mail]