Presidential Communications Strategist

University of Vermont; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 68,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont is seeking an Executive Communications Specialist to serve as the principal writer for the President, shaping the voice across major addresses, announcements, correspondence, and digital content.

This role drafts remarks and talking points for senior leaders, ensures consistency with the university’s mission, and supports strategic plan messaging with a hybrid onsite arrangement when possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in executive communications, speechwriting, or senior editorial roles.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with strong attention to nuance, clarity, and accuracy; familiarity with AP style.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build productive relationships across diverse academic and administrative communities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Serve as principal writer for the President's voice across platforms.
• Prepare remarks, talking points, and announcements for senior leaders.
• Translate executive vision into compelling narratives that support institutional goals.
• Ensure consistency and alignment of executive messaging with university communications.

Skills

Exceptional writing

Editing and proofreading

AP style familiarity

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking/Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications

Advanced degree in English, Journalism, or Communications

Job description

The University of Vermont is seeking an Executive Communications Specialist to serve as the principal writer for the President, shaping the voice across major addresses, announcements, correspondence, and digital content.

This role drafts remarks and talking points for senior leaders, ensures consistency with the university’s mission, and supports strategic plan messaging with a hybrid onsite arrangement when possible.