News Content Manager, University Communications
University at Buffalo · Buffalo, NY
FULL-TIME
Posted Sep 6, 2026
Job Description
Posting Details
Position Information
Fiscal Year
2026-2027
Position Title
News Content Manager, University Communications
Classification Title
Associate Director of Community Relations
Department
Office of University Communications
Posting Number
P260168
Posting Link
Employer
State
Bargaining Unit
08
Position Type
UUP Professional
Professional Appointment Term
Term
Salary Grade
SL4
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary
Ready to join a creative and collaborative office that plays a key role advancing the reputation of one of the nation's top public research universities?
If so, University Communications has a full-time opening - News Content Manager on its media relations team - that we invite you to apply for.
In this role, you will work with some of the world's top scholars, awe-inspiring students and deeply committed administrators and staff members to help the University at Buffalo tell its story to Western New York, the nation and the world. This opening will focus on spotlighting how UB's research - everything from health sciences and urban planning to AI and other scientific advancements - is helping to solve some of the world's most pressing challenges.
Primary duties include:
- Writing and strategically sharing accurate and timely news content - specifically, news releases, faculty expert tip sheets and multimedia content - for external and internal audiences.
- Proactively working with regional, national and international news media to help build UB's reputation as a top public research university that's committed to educational excellence, cutting-edge research and community service.
- Utilizing software programs to post and disseminate news content, maintain and improve UB websites, monitor news media, and other duties.
- Acting as a trusted advisor to deans, professors, students and other members of the university community.
The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who keeps close tabs on local, national and international news, as well as the rapidly evolving digital media, technology and communications landscape. They will be comfortable working across multiple digital platforms and content formats and demonstrate a willingness to learn and adapt as audience behaviors, communication tools and industry best practices evolve.
This is an on-campus position with the option for a hybrid work modality, subject to university policy.
About University Communications
Under the Vice President for Communications, the Division of University Communications (UC) is responsible for providing strategic leadership for institutional communications initiatives and practices, including internal communications, issues management, marketing and branding, trademarks and licensing, visual and editorial storytelling, crisis communications, and media relations for the University at Buffalo. UC is highly visible, and its communications products are the public face of the university for many audiences. University Communications' activities are closely aligned with the strategic priorities and mission of the university and are focused on five primary objectives:
- Strengthen and amplify UB's global reputation as one of the nation's leading public research universities, increasing awareness and understanding of that distinction among key audiences.
- Build pride, affinity, and engagement within the university community in support of UB's leadership priorities.
- Protect and safeguard UB's reputation and operational continuity through proactive issues management and effective crisis communications.
- Increase awareness and consideration among prospective students and families by positioning UB as an exceptional choice for talented students seeking opportunity at a leading public research university.
- Promote a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive university culture and environment.
UC strives to integrate and align communications vehicles and associated disciplines, and provide strategic direction and best-practice counsel for communicators across the university, calling for a continual need to improve efficiency and effectiveness within the organization and across institutional channels.
Learn more:
- Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
- Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.
University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- 3 years of full-time experience as a professional communicator in higher-education, agency, corporate, nonprofit or news media settings
- Significant experience developing content for news and web communications, researching stories, and interviewing subjects
- Must have significant writing experience, experience with web technologies, and excellent oral and written communication skills
- Experience working strategically and independently.
Preferred Qualifications
- Preferred major or concentration: Journalism, English, Communications, or Public Relations
Our University Community
Prodig+
No
Executive Position
No
Physical Demands
Driving Requirements
This position will never drive a university owned vehicle.
Salary Range
$66,000 - $72,500
Additional Salary Information
Job Type
Full-Time
Campus
North Campus
Posting Alerts
Special Instructions Summary
Please submit three professional writing samples that best represent your range.
Additional Information
Is a background check required for this posting?
No
Background Check Notification
Contact Information
Contact's Name
Nancy Varner
Contact's Pronouns
Contact's Title
Business Office Manager
Contact's Email
njvarner@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone
716-645-4609
Posting Dates
Posted
07/30/2026
Deadline for Internal Applicants
08/13/2026
Deadline for External Applicants
08/28/2026
Date to be filled
11/09/2026
References
Number of References Required
3
Reference Cutoff Date
Instructions to Applicant
Skills:
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Best Practices, Brand Marketing (Branding), Communication Skills, Community Relations, Community Support, Community and Social Services, Content Development, Content Management, Crisis Management, Digital Media, English Language, Health Science, International News, Internet Technology, Interviewing Skills, Journalism, Leadership, Licensing, Marketing, Modality, Multimedia, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, National News, Nonprofit, Office Management, Online Communications, Power Amplifier, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Storytelling, Strategic Planning, Team Player, Time Management, Trademarks, University/School Policies, Urban Planning, Web Site Monitoring, Writing Skills
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University at Buffalo
Position Information
Fiscal Year
2026-2027
Position Title
News Content Manager, University Communications
Classification Title
Associate Director of Community Relations
Department
Office of University Communications
Posting Number
P260168
Posting Link
Employer
State
Bargaining Unit
08
Position Type
UUP Professional
Professional Appointment Term
Term
Salary Grade
SL4
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary
Ready to join a creative and collaborative office that plays a key role advancing the reputation of one of the nation's top public research universities?
If so, University Communications has a full-time opening - News Content Manager on its media relations team - that we invite you to apply for.
In this role, you will work with some of the world's top scholars, awe-inspiring students and deeply committed administrators and staff members to help the University at Buffalo tell its story to Western New York, the nation and the world. This opening will focus on spotlighting how UB's research - everything from health sciences and urban planning to AI and other scientific advancements - is helping to solve some of the world's most pressing challenges.
Primary duties include:
- Writing and strategically sharing accurate and timely news content - specifically, news releases, faculty expert tip sheets and multimedia content - for external and internal audiences.
- Proactively working with regional, national and international news media to help build UB's reputation as a top public research university that's committed to educational excellence, cutting-edge research and community service.
- Utilizing software programs to post and disseminate news content, maintain and improve UB websites, monitor news media, and other duties.
- Acting as a trusted advisor to deans, professors, students and other members of the university community.
The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who keeps close tabs on local, national and international news, as well as the rapidly evolving digital media, technology and communications landscape. They will be comfortable working across multiple digital platforms and content formats and demonstrate a willingness to learn and adapt as audience behaviors, communication tools and industry best practices evolve.
This is an on-campus position with the option for a hybrid work modality, subject to university policy.
About University Communications
Under the Vice President for Communications, the Division of University Communications (UC) is responsible for providing strategic leadership for institutional communications initiatives and practices, including internal communications, issues management, marketing and branding, trademarks and licensing, visual and editorial storytelling, crisis communications, and media relations for the University at Buffalo. UC is highly visible, and its communications products are the public face of the university for many audiences. University Communications' activities are closely aligned with the strategic priorities and mission of the university and are focused on five primary objectives:
- Strengthen and amplify UB's global reputation as one of the nation's leading public research universities, increasing awareness and understanding of that distinction among key audiences.
- Build pride, affinity, and engagement within the university community in support of UB's leadership priorities.
- Protect and safeguard UB's reputation and operational continuity through proactive issues management and effective crisis communications.
- Increase awareness and consideration among prospective students and families by positioning UB as an exceptional choice for talented students seeking opportunity at a leading public research university.
- Promote a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive university culture and environment.
UC strives to integrate and align communications vehicles and associated disciplines, and provide strategic direction and best-practice counsel for communicators across the university, calling for a continual need to improve efficiency and effectiveness within the organization and across institutional channels.
Learn more:
- Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
- Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.
University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- 3 years of full-time experience as a professional communicator in higher-education, agency, corporate, nonprofit or news media settings
- Significant experience developing content for news and web communications, researching stories, and interviewing subjects
- Must have significant writing experience, experience with web technologies, and excellent oral and written communication skills
- Experience working strategically and independently.
Preferred Qualifications
- Preferred major or concentration: Journalism, English, Communications, or Public Relations
Our University Community
Prodig+
No
Executive Position
No
Physical Demands
Driving Requirements
This position will never drive a university owned vehicle.
Salary Range
$66,000 - $72,500
Additional Salary Information
Job Type
Full-Time
Campus
North Campus
Posting Alerts
Special Instructions Summary
Please submit three professional writing samples that best represent your range.
Additional Information
Is a background check required for this posting?
No
Background Check Notification
Contact Information
Contact's Name
Nancy Varner
Contact's Pronouns
Contact's Title
Business Office Manager
Contact's Email
njvarner@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone
716-645-4609
Posting Dates
Posted
07/30/2026
Deadline for Internal Applicants
08/13/2026
Deadline for External Applicants
08/28/2026
Date to be filled
11/09/2026
References
Number of References Required
3
Reference Cutoff Date
Instructions to Applicant
Skills:
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Best Practices, Brand Marketing (Branding), Communication Skills, Community Relations, Community Support, Community and Social Services, Content Development, Content Management, Crisis Management, Digital Media, English Language, Health Science, International News, Internet Technology, Interviewing Skills, Journalism, Leadership, Licensing, Marketing, Modality, Multimedia, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, National News, Nonprofit, Office Management, Online Communications, Power Amplifier, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Storytelling, Strategic Planning, Team Player, Time Management, Trademarks, University/School Policies, Urban Planning, Web Site Monitoring, Writing Skills
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University at Buffalo
Additional Details
- City
- Buffalo
- State
- New York
- Country
- US
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