Executive Communications Lead — Hybrid

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Utah’s Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine is seeking a Strategic Communications Manager to shape and execute communications for leadership and programs. You will craft speeches, press materials, blogs, and social content, coordinating with the MarCom team and Deans office.

Hybrid role with regular in-office time and occasional evenings/weekends. Bachelor's degree with relevant experience or a Master's qualifies for this full-time position.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for executive audiences.
• Strong project management and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to translate complex issues into clear communications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic communications plans and tactics.
• Create speeches, op-eds, news articles, blogs, and social posts for SFESOM.
• Monitor effectiveness and adjust plans as needed.
• Collaborate with MarCom team and leadership for client-focused communications.
• Ensure high quality outputs across print, web, and social channels.
• Manage project timelines and timely distribution of materials.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Deadline oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in English/Journalism/Communications

Master's degree preferred

Job description

The University of Utah’s Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine is seeking a Strategic Communications Manager to shape and execute communications for leadership and programs. You will craft speeches, press materials, blogs, and social content, coordinating with the MarCom team and Deans office.

Hybrid role with regular in-office time and occasional evenings/weekends. Bachelor's degree with relevant experience or a Master's qualifies for this full-time position.