Strategic Communications Lead – Engineering

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech’s Bradley Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering seeks a Communications Manager to lead the department’s strategic communications and marketing efforts. The role plans, executes, and evaluates a comprehensive communications strategy that supports recruitment, research reputation, and industry partnerships.

The manager supervises the Digital Marketing Coordinator, ensuring digital content, website management, and storytelling align with university priorities while

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Communications (or related field) or Bachelor's degree with equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated work history of effective written communication, including editing and copywriting.
• Experience with developing promotional materials.
• Experience working with multiple communication platforms, including managing social media.
• Demonstrated work history of managing complex, multiple priorities with deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated communications, marketing, branding, and engagement strategies to elevate visibility and impact.
• Serve as department's primary communications advisor and support executive communications.
• Supervise Digital Marketing Coordinator and ensure alignment with priorities and accessibility standards.
• Adhere to Virginia Tech brand standards and editorial guidelines within the advancement model.

Skills

Effective written communication

Editing and copywriting

Promotional materials

Social media management

Strategic communications

Project management

Education

Master's degree in Communications

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Tools

Content management systems

Graphic design software

Web platforms

Photography / Videography

Job description

Virginia Tech’s Bradley Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering seeks a Communications Manager to lead the department’s strategic communications and marketing efforts. The role plans, executes, and evaluates a comprehensive communications strategy that supports recruitment, research reputation, and industry partnerships.

The manager supervises the Digital Marketing Coordinator, ensuring digital content, website management, and storytelling align with university priorities while