Senior Manager, Strategic Issues & Crisis Communications

The Business of HLTH Podcast; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Southern California (USC) is seeking an experienced Senior Manager, Issues Management to champion public relations initiatives that safeguard and elevate the university’s reputation while boosting visibility and impact.

Reporting to senior leadership, the Senior Manager will oversee strategic communications across platforms, anticipate issues, and act as a trusted advisor during high-profile, evolving situations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/experience.
• Five years of professional experience in public relations/communications/journalism/ marketing, or related field.
• Supervisory experience leading teams to deliver strategic communications.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of strategic communications and issues management plans.
• Anticipate emerging issues and develop proactive communications strategies.
• Advise university leadership during high-profile, sensitive situations.

Skills

Crisis communications

Media relations

Strategic storytelling

Team leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

The University of Southern California (USC) is seeking an experienced Senior Manager, Issues Management to champion public relations initiatives that safeguard and elevate the university’s reputation while boosting visibility and impact.

Reporting to senior leadership, the Senior Manager will oversee strategic communications across platforms, anticipate issues, and act as a trusted advisor during high-profile, evolving situations.