Hire Learning: Is a Top Spot in University Communications Right for You?

Senior university communicators say they're being approached at an increasing rate with offers for a growing number of cabinet-level jobs in higher education. These newly created, elevated communications positions often report directly to the chancellor/president. Executive-search firms are focused on specific expertise and even consider candidates from outside the field of higher education. Here, Eppes looks at some factors to remember according to communications leaders at major universities if people are considering higher education communications as the next step in their career.