Executive Writer

Job No: 561484; 09/09/2026

Director of Executive Events

California State University Los Angeles invites applications for the above Administrator I position.

The University: California State University Los Angeles (Cal State LA) is one of 22 campuses within the California State University system. The University is the premier comprehensive public university in the heart of Los Angeles. We offer nationally recognized programs and our faculty have a strong commitment to scholarship research creative pursuits and service.

As a federally recognized Hispanic-serving (HSI) and Asian American Native American and Pacific Islander-serving institution (AANAPISI) Cal State LA recognizes the transformative power of education and embraces its duty to identify and serve the needs of all its students. The University is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population of students faculty and staff can thrive.

The Position: Reporting to the Chief of Staff with a dotted- line reporting relationship to the President the Executive Writer serves as the Presidents principal writer and a key partner in presidential and executive communications. The position develops high-level communications that authentically reflect the Presidents voice leadership priorities and vision while advancing the Universitys strategic objectives. Working closely with the President and Chief of Staff the Executive Writer develops speeches remarks talking points presentations correspondence opinion pieces executive messages presidential social media content and other communications for internal external and system wide audiences. The Executive Writer conducts research and develops briefing and background materials and translates complex institutional issues into clear compelling and audience-appropriate communications. The position supports presidential communications associated with Board of Trustees activities legislative and government relations priorities donor and community engagements major University initiatives and announcements media opportunities and other high-profile activities. The position also supports the Presidents digital voice and presence by developing authentic social media and thought leadership content connected to presidential priori ties campus activities institutional milestones and community and system wide engagement. The Executive Writer works collaboratively with the Chief of Staff Strategic Communications External Affairs & University Relations and other University partners to ensure presidential communications are accurate coordinated timely and aligned with institutional messaging while maintaining the Presidents distinct voice.

Required Qualifications & Experience: Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Communications Journalism English Public Relations Political Science Marketing or a related field. Five years of progressively responsible experience in executive writing communications journalism public affairs executive communications or a related field. Demonstrated experience writing for senior executives or other high-level leaders while maintaining an authentic and consistent executive voice across multiple formats. Experience developing content across multiple communications channels including speeches executive correspondence presentations and digital communications. Exceptional writing editing proofreading and storytelling skills with the ability to communicate complex subjects clearly and persuasively. Strong research analytical organizational and interpersonal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and competing deadlines in a fast-paced executive environment. Ability to exercise sound judgment discretion diplomacy and confidentiality when working with sensitive or high-profile information. Ability to collaborate effectively with senior leaders communications professionals subject-matter experts and diverse internal and external stakeholders. Incumbent must demonstrate an interest or ability in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who may apply for the position. A task may be included as part of the interview process.

California State University Los Angeles as part of the CSU system is a State of California Employer. As such the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Desired Qualifications: Masters degree in Communications Journalism Public Administration Higher Education Political Science or a related field. Experience writing for a university president chancellor elected official public-sector executive or other senior executive. Experience in higher education government public affairs or public-sector communications. Experience developing executive communications for complex sensitive or high-profile institutional matters including executive social media thought-leadership and other digital content. Experience preparing executive communications for governing boards elected officials donors community leaders and other high-level stakeholders. Knowledge of California State University governance contemporary higher education issues and the role of public universities.

Compensation: Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Salary range is $4135 - $12288/monthly. Budgeted hiring salary range is $7083 - $9166/monthly. A comprehensive benefits package is provided.

Appointment: The Administrator I appointment will be made under the guidelines for management and supervisory employees of the California State University. All rights and benefits associated with this appointment are governed by the Management Personnel Plan.

This position is a designated position in the California State Universitys Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission.

Closing Date: Review of applications will begin on September 23 2026 and will continue until the position is filled; however the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications are received. A completed online Cal State LA employment application is required. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 revised July 21 2017 as a condition of employment.

In addition to meeting fully its obligations under federal and state law California State University Los Angeles is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live and work in an atmosphere of tolerance civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual. To that end all qualified individuals will receive equal consideration without regard to economic status race ethnicity color religion disability national origin or cultural background political views sex or sexual orientation gender or other personal characteristics or beliefs.

Candidates must demonstrate ability and/or interest in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. Certain positions require fingerprinting. The University actively encourages qualified minorities women and persons with a disability to apply. Upon request reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions when this does not cause an undue hardship. We are an Equal Opportunity/Title IX Employer.

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