University of Southern California
Senior Director of Internal & Executive Communications
University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
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Senior Director of Internal & Executive Communications
Department:USC Communications, Advancement
Application Requirements
Please ensure your application includes your resume, cover letter, and three writing samples (one must be an executive letter/email), as incomplete applications will not be considered.
Overview
As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the "Trojan Family," which comprises the faculty, students, and staff that make the university a prime place to learn, grow, and succeed.
USC Communications is seeking aSenior Director of Internal and Executive Communicationsto join its team. The Communications team sets the strategic communications vision and marketing strategies that promote the campus community’s innovative accomplishments, builds a strong brand identity, and nurtures the University’s reputation among its vast constituencies. Reporting to the Special Advisor/Associate Vice President, Advancement Communications, the Senior Director advances the engagement and community-building goals of University Advancement and the USC Alumni Associations.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and succeeds through collaboration, attention to detail, high-quality communication, and a commitment to excellence for self and others.
Job Responsibilities:
Advances the engagement and community-building goals of University Advancement and the USC Alumni Association.
Supports the Senior Vice President for Advancement and Associate Senior Vice President for Alumni Relations by developing communication strategies and brainstorming, planning, drafting and editing a variety of messages for internal and external audiences.
Leads the development and execution of a comprehensive internal communications strategy for USC’s advancement community, writing compelling content that advances goals through information and engagement.
Collaborates with colleagues across the advancement community and university to elevate and communicate philanthropic news, learning and development opportunities, university initiatives and other information.
Serves as the primary writer for SVP and ASVP projects including newsletters, briefings, letters, talking points, and other materials supporting fundraising, stewardship, advancement and alumni engagement.
Other duties as assigned.
This is a hybrid position under our current work arrangement plan, with the expectation of on-site presence in our offices in the USC Tower located adjacent to campus in downtown Los Angeles.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree.
5 years’ experience in marketing and/or communications.
Combined experience/education can substitute for minimum education and minimum experience
Management experience in journalism and public relations.
Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
In addition, the successful candidate must also demonstrate, through ideas, words and actions, a strong commitment to USC’s Unifying Core Values: integrity, excellence, diversity, equity and inclusion, well-being, open communication and accountability.
Preferred Qualifications:
7 years’ experience in marketing and/or communications
Experience in an internal or executive communications role, preferably for an educational or nonprofit institution.
Salary and Benefits
The budgeted salary range for this position is $143,492.94 - $204,409.95. 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 candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
USC has excellent benefits, including health benefits for staff & their family with access to the renowned university medical network; eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions once you meet Program's eligibility; tuition benefits for staff & their family; free professional development online courses; central Los Angeles location with easy access to commuter trains, buses & free tram pick up services; discounts to football, basketball & other campus events.
Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree, Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education Minimum Experience: 5 years, Combined education/experience as substitute for minimum experience Minimum Field of Expertise: Management experience in journalism and public relations.
REQ20156660 Posted Date: 12/10/2024
Senior Director of Internal & Executive Communications
Department:USC Communications, Advancement
Application Requirements
Please ensure your application includes your resume, cover letter, and three writing samples (one must be an executive letter/email), as incomplete applications will not be considered.
Overview
As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the "Trojan Family," which comprises the faculty, students, and staff that make the university a prime place to learn, grow, and succeed.
USC Communications is seeking aSenior Director of Internal and Executive Communicationsto join its team. The Communications team sets the strategic communications vision and marketing strategies that promote the campus community’s innovative accomplishments, builds a strong brand identity, and nurtures the University’s reputation among its vast constituencies. Reporting to the Special Advisor/Associate Vice President, Advancement Communications, the Senior Director advances the engagement and community-building goals of University Advancement and the USC Alumni Associations.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and succeeds through collaboration, attention to detail, high-quality communication, and a commitment to excellence for self and others.
Job Responsibilities:
Advances the engagement and community-building goals of University Advancement and the USC Alumni Association.
Supports the Senior Vice President for Advancement and Associate Senior Vice President for Alumni Relations by developing communication strategies and brainstorming, planning, drafting and editing a variety of messages for internal and external audiences.
Leads the development and execution of a comprehensive internal communications strategy for USC’s advancement community, writing compelling content that advances goals through information and engagement.
Collaborates with colleagues across the advancement community and university to elevate and communicate philanthropic news, learning and development opportunities, university initiatives and other information.
Serves as the primary writer for SVP and ASVP projects including newsletters, briefings, letters, talking points, and other materials supporting fundraising, stewardship, advancement and alumni engagement.
Other duties as assigned.
This is a hybrid position under our current work arrangement plan, with the expectation of on-site presence in our offices in the USC Tower located adjacent to campus in downtown Los Angeles.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree.
5 years’ experience in marketing and/or communications.
Combined experience/education can substitute for minimum education and minimum experience
Management experience in journalism and public relations.
Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
In addition, the successful candidate must also demonstrate, through ideas, words and actions, a strong commitment to USC’s Unifying Core Values: integrity, excellence, diversity, equity and inclusion, well-being, open communication and accountability.
Preferred Qualifications:
7 years’ experience in marketing and/or communications
Experience in an internal or executive communications role, preferably for an educational or nonprofit institution.
Salary and Benefits
The budgeted salary range for this position is $143,492.94 - $204,409.95. 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 candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
USC has excellent benefits, including health benefits for staff & their family with access to the renowned university medical network; eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions once you meet Program's eligibility; tuition benefits for staff & their family; free professional development online courses; central Los Angeles location with easy access to commuter trains, buses & free tram pick up services; discounts to football, basketball & other campus events.
Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree, Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education Minimum Experience: 5 years, Combined education/experience as substitute for minimum experience Minimum Field of Expertise: Management experience in journalism and public relations.
REQ20156660 Posted Date: 12/10/2024