Communications Associate II (School of Medicine Dean's Office)

Overview We are seeking a Communications Associate II who will design and lead the communication efforts for a designated division, department, or center and oversees communications and marketing strategies and tactics to support strategic goals. The Communications Associate II will develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy to support the designated area's strategic priorities. The School of Medicine Office of the Dean is seeking a dynamic communications professional to contribute to the development and implementation of comprehensive internal communications strategies and projects/campaigns for the School of Medicine. Responsibilities Serve as the internal communications lead for a division, department or center. Develop an internal communications plan for the designated area's strategic plan including relevant reports, events, memos, and websites. Plan, create, oversee, and edit internal communications strategies to keep faculty, staff, and students informed about important initiatives, goals, and events. Ensure the efficiency and efficacy of communications between school leadership and faculty, staff, students, and other stakeholders. Follow established university branding standards in all communications. Liaise with members of related communication teams. Write clear and effective content for audiences. Pivot writing styles based on the format, message, audience, and purpose. Lead the development of a cohesive internal communications strategy that builds community and positions the designated area as a vital part of the university. Develop and maintain an internal communications calendar, ensuring efficient coordination of communications activities. Manage print and digital collateral. Curate content from websites, social media, and news media to amplify the strategic plan across multiple platforms. Advise and work with the communications team to write remarks and messages for leadership. Plan and create templates for internal crisis communications announcements, e.g. building closures and other emergencies. Edit content and manage editors for internal websites and SharePoint sites. Contract and manage external vendors as needed. Interact with communications experts across the university on various issues and best practices. Execute strategies for cross-divisional communications efforts with other communications offices. Ensure consistent use of university brand standards across all projects. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in related field. Five years of related experience. Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Classified Title: Communications Associate II Role/Level/Range: ATP/04/PE Starting Salary Range: $73,300 - $128,300 Annually ($100,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM FLSA Status: Exempt Location: Hybrid/School of Medicine Campus Department name: SOM Admin Exec Off Gen Administration Personnel area: School of Medicine #J-18808-Ljbffr Inside Higher Ed