Marketing Communication Specialists

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Utah seeks a Marketing Communication Specialist to develop and implement strategic communications for the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. This role involves collaboration with the central Marketing & Communications office, requiring strong writing and organizational skills.

You will be responsible for developing marketing strategies, managing social media, and coordinating departmental events. Ideal candidates should possess a bachelor’s or master’s degree with relevant experience, proficiency in email and web content management platforms, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or master’s equivalent with 2-6 years of directly related work experience.
• 1 year of higher education can substitute for 1 year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement communication strategies for OB/GYN.
• Write and distribute internal and external communications.
• Collaborate with marketing and communications teams.
• Manage content for websites and SharePoint.
• Lead marketing onboarding for new physicians.
• Oversee social media strategy.
• Create content such as blog posts and video scripts.
• Assist in planning department-wide events.

Skills

Strong writing, editing, and content development skills

Proficiency with email marketing tools

Proficiency with web content management platforms

Social media marketing

Excellent organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Master's degree or equivalent

Tools

Drupal

SharePoint

Job description

Marketing Communication Specialist

The Marketing & Communications Specialist is responsible for developing and implementing strategic communications and marketing for the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) and the Women’s and Children’s Service Line. As an integrated member of the central Marketing & Communications office, this position requires a large amount of cross‑functional collaboration. Ideal candidates are strong writers, organized planners, and creative communicators who thrive in collaborative environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement communication and marketing strategies to assist OB/GYN in accomplishing strategic priorities.
• Write, develop, and distribute internal and external communications, including newsletters, web stories, department announcements, email campaigns, etc.
• Collaborate closely with University of Utah Health Marketing and Communications teams, including clinical marketing, public affairs, internal communications, and research communications.
• Manage and create content for OB/GYN website and internal communications SharePoint site.
• Write, edit, and optimize physician bios; ensure accurate provider listings across the website and third‑party platforms.
• Lead marketing onboarding for new physicians.
• Oversee the department’s social media strategy to ensure consistent voice and branding across all platforms.
• Create compelling content including blog posts, landing pages, email campaigns, and video scripts.
• Manage and track projects and tasks using project management software to ensure timely execution and cross‑functional alignment.
• Assist in planning and executing department-wide events such as awards ceremonies, staff appreciation events, grand rounds, online seminars, and leadership town halls.

Minimum Qualifications

• This position may be filled at the following levels: Marketing Communication Specialist II – requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) and 4 years of directly related work experience or master’s (or equivalency) and 2 years; Marketing Communication Specialist III – requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) and 6 years or master’s (or equivalency) and 4 years of directly related work experience.
• 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience.

Preferences

• Strong writing, editing, and content development skills.
• Proficiency with email marketing tools, web content management platforms (Drupal, SharePoint), and social media marketing.
• Working knowledge of basic design.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

EEO & Accommodation Statement

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy‑related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.