| Description: The Director of Agricultural Communications (AgComm) is expected to provide leadership for the Unit which includes seven staff. The Director is the school’s top communication position, responsible for the development of communication strategies to enhance the reputations of both the school and Extension locally, nationally and internationally. Ag Comm’s objective is to communicate information developed by faculty, researchers, and specialists to residents in the state, and worldwide. Primary Function of Organizational Unit: North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University's College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences (CAES) has a rich history of innovation and application of cutting-edge technology. From our pioneering Laboratory Animal Science and Landscape Architecture programs to our award-winning Cooperative Extension and Agricultural Research programs, our faculty and staff serve today’s needs while keeping an eye on the future.
With programs and expertise in such areas as biotechnology, agricultural and biosystems engineering, natural resources management, waste management, and food microbiology, the A&T College of Agriculture grows concurrently with the demand for qualified graduates. Our four academic departments are the Department of Agribusiness, Applied Economics and Agriscience Education; the Department of Animal Sciences; the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences; and the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Design. Within these departments, students will find a myriad of opportunities for classroom learning, research and field work.
Through our Agricultural Research Program and our Cooperative Extension Program, we are able to research issues of importance to North Carolina and also provide research-based outreach training to citizens across the state and around the world. Internal job number: 008526 Requirements: Master’s degree in a relevant field and four (4) years of progressively responsible relevant experience, which includes three (3) years or more of managerial experience, or an equivalent combination of education an experience (i.e., Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and six (6) years of related experience). The successful candidate must show evidence of demonstrated experience in developing comprehensive communications plans; experience which demonstrates excellence in producing communications materials; demonstrated experience in public relations, media relations, crisis management, traditional media, and emerging/social media/digital marketing. Preferred: Advanced degree in a related field.
Experience with or working in higher education.
Background in media and/or public information industries.
Experience as a spokesperson for a large organization.
Knowledge of issues with higher education. Special Instructions: You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity. | 
