Public Communications Manager II

The University of Southern California (USC) Office of Health Affairs is seeking a strategic and experienced Public Communications Manager II to lead and manage internal and external communications initiatives. This leadership role reports directly to the Vice President of Communications and plays a critical role in shaping the voice visibility and strategic messaging of the Office of Health Affairs.

The Opportunity

The Public Communications Manager II manages the day-to-day internal and external communications needs of the Office of Health Affairs while supervising assigned staff. This position is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive communications strategies that enhance awareness engagement and reputation within the university and across external audiences.

This role requires a collaborative proactive leader who can manage multiple priorities supervise personnel and ensure high-quality communications deliverables across diverse platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan implement and manage strategic communications programs and projects that enhance awareness of the Office of Health Affairs within USC and externally
• Plan write edit produce and distribute publications and informational materials across multiple channels
• Support executive communications by drafting articles talking points and other written communications of the senior vice president
• Oversee daily communications operations and supervise assigned staff and/or student workers
• Recruit train evaluate and mentor team members; provide performance feedback and guidance
• Manage outside vendors supporting communications initiatives
• Maintain and oversee the communications calendar ensuring deadlines and deliverables are met
• Develop and produce reports on communications activities and outcomes
• Represent the university at professional meetings conferences and community events
• Maintain relationships with university leaders media representatives and community stakeholders

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree
• Five (5) years of professional experience in public relations communications journalism or a related field
• Demonstrated supervisory experience
• Combined education and experience may substitute for minimum education requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree
• Experience in higher education healthcare or complex institutional environments
• Strong strategic planning and project management skills
• Experience managing budgets and vendor relationships

In addition the successful candidate must also demonstrate through ideas words and actions a strong commitment toUSCs Unifying Values.

The salary range for this position is $120000-$140000. When extending an offer of employment the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position the candidates work experience education/training key skills internal peer alignment federal state and local laws contractual stipulations grant funding as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Why Join USC

The University of Southern California is one of the worlds leading private research universities committed to excellence in education research and service. The Office of Health Affairs plays a vital role in advancing USCs health initiatives and partnerships across the university and community.

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status disability or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to theBackground Screening Policy Appendix Dfor specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.

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