Hybrid Communications Manager for Academic Affairs

UWMSN University of Wisconsin Madison; Bascom (GA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin–Madison seeks a Communications Manager to lead a comprehensive communications strategy for the Faculty & Staff Affairs (FSA) team. You will translate institutional information into accessible messaging, engage with faculty and staff, and support a high-quality communications presence across the university.

The role reports to the Vice Provost for Faculty and Staff Affairs and requires strategic thinking, writing, and project management across channels, with hybrid

Qualifications

• Professional experience planning, writing, editing, and delivering communications for organizational audiences.
• Experience developing communication materials across multiple formats or channels.
• Experience managing communications projects, including timelines, coordinating contributors, and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to translate complex information into clear, audience-centered communication.
• Strong writing and editing skills with attention to tone, accessibility, and consistency.
• Ability to develop communications that support organizational goals.
• Ability to work independently and with colleagues and partners.
• Experience using WordPress, Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft 365, or related platforms.

Responsibilities

• Plans, writes, and edits content for internal and external stakeholders.
• Develops and delivers communication materials through multiple mediums to designated audiences.
• Manages day-to-day unit plans to align with strategic initiatives and budgets.
• Identifies and implements new or revised unit policies and procedures.
• Plans and directs unit programs/projects to ensure deadlines and budgets are met.

Skills

Content planning

Writing & editing

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

WordPress

Adobe Creative Cloud

Microsoft 365

Email marketing platforms

Job description

University of Wisconsin–Madison seeks a Communications Manager to lead a comprehensive communications strategy for the Faculty & Staff Affairs (FSA) team. You will translate institutional information into accessible messaging, engage with faculty and staff, and support a high-quality communications presence across the university.

The role reports to the Vice Provost for Faculty and Staff Affairs and requires strategic thinking, writing, and project management across channels, with hybrid