Strategic Communications & Programs Coordinator

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Blacksburg (VA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Communications and Operations Coordinator for the Blackwood Department of Real Estate at Virginia Tech. This role involves supporting academic programs, faculty, and students while executing marketing initiatives across communication channels.

The ideal candidate will manage multiple priorities, support event planning, and engage effectively with various stakeholders. The position offers a starting salary of $50,000, commensurate with experience, and may evolve to a hybrid work model after six months.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with communications, content creation, or program coordination in a professional environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute communications and marketing initiatives that promote the department’s programs.
• Provide programmatic and administrative support for departmental initiatives.
• Assist with planning and execution of events.

Skills

Communications experience

Content creation

Project management

Event coordination

Digital communication platforms

Job description

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Communications and Operations Coordinator for the Blackwood Department of Real Estate at Virginia Tech. This role involves supporting academic programs, faculty, and students while executing marketing initiatives across communication channels.

The ideal candidate will manage multiple priorities, support event planning, and engage effectively with various stakeholders. The position offers a starting salary of $50,000, commensurate with experience, and may evolve to a hybrid work model after six months.