UNIV - Communications Manager - Surgery: Office of the Chair

Job Description Summary

The Department of Surgery, Office of the Chair, is actively recruiting for a Communications Manager.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Classified

Cost Center

CC001066 COM SURG Administration CC

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-GEN09

Pay Range

52,100.00 - 70,300.00 - 88,600.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Pay Range:

$47,588.00 - $67,817.00 - $88,047.00 (min - mid - max)

Job Duties:

• 30% - Project Management:
  

  • Manages multiple communications projects simultaneously in the areas of research, education and clinical care.
  • Manages an active communication agenda keeping all related parties up to date on project(s) status.
  • Manage production schedule of all print projects including the annual report, monthly e-news, as well as special event print projects.
  • Create communications and marketing plans for special events.
• 30% - Department of Surgery Marketing and Communications Coordination:
  

  • Leads the branding, design and distribution for the Department of Surgery of marketing and communication materials.
  • Leads the strategic development and production of the Department’s annual report, Chair’s newsletter, website, social media and all other communications vehicles featuring the Department’s accomplishments.
  • Supports new faculty onboarding process to optimize timely marketing of new faculty for greatest impact.
  • Creates stewardship pieces for high-profile philanthropic donors.
  • Develops and produces stewardship articles and announcements.
  • Serves as communication liaison between Department of Surgery Development Office and
• 30% - Publications, Print Media, Web Content and Digital Asset Management:
  

  • With minimal direction, aligning with creative positioning to write and edit a broad range of content, including print, digital, social, and video, designed to communicate the Department’s strategies, accomplishments and faculty and staff expertise.
  • Create original content and news releases for internal and external purposes. This position reports and researches a wide range of surgical topics related to all the Divisions of the Department of Surgery
  • Reviews and perform updates to Department of Surgery web pages to maintain timely and accurate information with attention to SEO and design. Ensures consistency and compliance with MUSC brand and web guidelines and seeks to optimize content for search engines in support of Department of Surgery web objectives. Collaborates with program coordinators and administration to maintain web pages for a wide range of areas associated with the department.
  • Works with departmental and divisional leadership and others as needed to develop and implement appropriate content.
  • Responsible for managing and maintaining the Departments digital assets.
  • Lead interviewer, writer, and editor of annual report, newsletters, and chair communications and speeches. Serve as Department photographer.
  • Coordinate the conception, execution and production of digital media.
• 10% Consulting:
  

  • Serves as an internal marketing and communication consultant for programs and services.

Additional Skills and Competencies:

• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with attention to detail and accuracy.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet shifting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and leadership.

• Working knowledge of digital design tools and templates (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, PowerPoint).

• Basic understanding of branding principles and ability to apply brand standards consistently.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage timelines, approvals, and documentation.

• Ability to exercise good judgment, handle sensitive information appropriately, and maintain confidentiality.

• Self-motivated, adaptable, and willing to learn new tools, platforms, and processes as needed.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements:

A bachelor's degree and two years relevant program experience.

Physical Requirements:

(Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Frequent) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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