What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communications Strategist position at The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia?
- Plans, develops, and supports communication and change management strategies to achieve measurable results.
- Serves as communications advisor to identify needs, opportunities, and challenges; creates and executes communication plans to further organizational and departmental priorities.
- Develops, writes, and edits content for various uses and audiences, including but not limited to newsletters, emails/announcements, video scripts, profiles, multimedia content, articles, MyChart, and patient-facing materials or messaging. Consults with team members, administrators, faculty, and outside resources to validate strategic accuracy and effectiveness.
- Manages editorial planning tools used to support calendars, content creation, and other communication assets. Uses Salesforce Marketing Cloud and other email tools to deliver messages to targeted audiences.
- Coordinates and assists with in-person and virtual events, as needed, providing talking points and other preparation.
- Establishes productive relationships with internal clients from other departments with the goal of becoming a trusted communications advisor.
- Develops collaborative partnerships with media relations, marketing strategy, digital/content, and social media teams to ensure consistent messaging alignment.
- Supports crisis communication efforts when needed; willing to operate in Incident Command structure during emergency situations as needed.
- Ensures compliance with editorial guidelines and brand standards.
- Supports special projects as assigned by leadership.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field such as English, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing required.
Experience: 3 years of relevant experience.
Licensure: None.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.
The starting base rate for this role is $74,000.00 annually. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
Certification and education support
Generous Paid Time Off
UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.