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Senior General Coordinator, Communications

Classification Information

Communications
Communications is responsible for communications strategy and management. Partners with colleges and business units to provide creative solutions and consultation in the effective execution of communications initiatives for stakeholders including current and potential students, employees, media and others.
Individual Contributor
In an individual contributor role, the positions work is primarily achieved through individual efforts or by participating as part of a team. Individual contributors may: Coordinate, influence, or review the work of others. Be the authority on a given program or process. Lead teams. A range of knowledge, complexity, autonomy, and impact may be needed to achieve results at certain levels. Individual contributor roles are reflected in the Academic Administration, Development, General Administration, Technical/STEM, and C1-C4 of the Clinical tracks.
Level 3
Senior: These positions require experience and education, act independently, and may provide some team leadership.
G - General Administration
Roles that are in administrative/ professional non-student facing functions.

Position Summary

The Senior General Coordinator within Communications plays a key role in supporting and advancing the communications strategy at Virginia Tech. This position works closely with colleges, business units, and other stakeholders to provide high-level creative solutions and strategic consultation to ensure the effective execution of communications initiatives. The Senior General Coordinator is responsible for overseeing communication efforts aimed at various internal and external audiences, including students, alumni, employees, and the media. As a senior-level individual contributor, the role requires significant experience and education, allowing the coordinator to act independently and provide leadership within the team. The Senior General Coordinator will lead efforts to develop, implement, and assess communications strategies, taking on a more independent role while mentoring junior team members. This position is crucial for ensuring that communication initiatives are aligned with the broader goals of the university and are executed with a high degree of impact and efficiency. The Senior General Coordinator will manage complex projects, coordinate various communication channels, and ensure that all messaging is consistent and aligned with the university's objectives. This role requires a deep understanding of communications strategy, a high level of initiative, and the ability to lead efforts that will influence and shape the way the university communicates both internally and externally.