Description
SMU is hiring an on-campus, in-person Director of Issues Management to lead issues preparedness, reputational risk monitoring, crisis communications planning, and coordinated response. The role develops protocols and response frameworks, advises senior leadership, coordinates with campus partners, oversees messaging and preparedness exercises, and supports reputational monitoring and media response. It requires a bachelor’s degree, preferably in communications or a related field, and at least seven years of experience in strategic communications, crisis communications, issues management, public affairs, journalism, or related fields. The position is on-call and includes health, dental, vision, retirement, wellness, and professional development benefits.
