The Assistant Director (AD) for Communications provides communications support and expertise to Villanova's Human Resource Development (HRD) Program, a graduate program of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS).

While reporting to the Director of Communications, Graduate Studies, CLAS, and serving as a member of the University Communication and Marketing (UCM) department, the AD is fully integrated into the HRD team. The Director of Communications supervises the AD in partnership with HRD leadership to ensure alignment with both university communications standards and HRD program priorities.

Operating within Villanova's overall branding and messaging guidelines, the AD develops, implements, and manages communications materials and tactics to effectively promote the HRD program for audiences including current and prospective students, faculty, alumni, and the HR and business community.

The AD is responsible for implementing targeted communications initiatives that enhance program visibility and support enrollment goals and community engagement. The AD develops cohesive, brand-aligned content across platforms, including the HRD website, blog, podcast, and social media, and serves as the primary liaison between HRD, university marketing and recruitment partners.

Must have the ability to work occasional nights and weekends as the demands of the job dictate.

This position falls within salaried grade 14 and the range for this position is $57,200-71,500. The final salary will be determined with consideration of several factors including the selected candidate's qualifications, department budget availability, market data, and internal equity.