Manager-Communications

The Communications Manager develops and manages communication strategies for a unit. This role translates unit priorities into clear, compelling messaging and manages projects from planning through execution. The role ensures that communication efforts are consistent with institutional brand standards and may provide guidance or coordination for others supporting communication activities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Manages the daily duties for content creation and specific communications projects, such as executive communications, editorial content, and social media for the Heersink School of Medicine or a department/center
Executes communications strategy and projects in alignment with the university's external and internal strategy.
Develops targeted written content for specific school, dept or center audiences, setting best practices and processes in their functional areas.
Operates as a resource and conducts trainings for other SOM communicators in these specific areas.
Collaborates with Heersink School of Medicine leadership or departmental leadership, University Relations, and UAB Health System marketing to amplify and strengthen employee engagement, culture and values
Manages content workflow and processes.
May also supervise a program or staff member/intern and/or ensuring the implementation and success of communications projects.
Perform other duties as assigned

Salary Range: $60,835 - $98,855

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Communications, English, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field, and four (4) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for the education requirement.

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