Senior Communications Manager

Salary: $67,728.00 - $121,890.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 189390
Agency: State Treasurer's Office
Opening Date: 08/21/2026
Closing Date: 10/21/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: BC46
Position Number:: 61078509
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN11
Hiring Range - Min.: $78,000.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $82,000.00
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Conditional selection of individuals will be based on candidate education, training and experience, oral interview and clearance of a background and credit investigation. Please submit state application along with a copy of college transcript. A resume may be attached but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the employment application. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed to determine qualifications for position. References will also be required.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.


Job Responsibilities
This position will serve as the lead developer and manager of visual, digital, and multimedia communications that support the State Treasurer's Office and its consumer programs, advancing the agency's comprehensive communications strategy and public engagement efforts.

As a Senior Communications Manager your responsibilities will include:

• Executes the visual and digital components of the agency's comprehensive communications strategy to facilitate effective, timely and impactful informational, communications and marketing.
• Develops digital media content, agency branding, videography, photography print collateral materials and social media for the State Treasurer's Office and its Consumer Programs.
• Assists with writing and editing press releases, speeches, PowerPoint presentations, talking points, reports and other communications for release to the media or general public.
• Develops and maintains reporting and analytics measures to validate the effectiveness and impact of visual and digital communications efforts as they relate to the execution of the agency's communications strategy.
• Additional duties as assigned.

This position also includes an excellent benefits package:

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility.
• Paid parental leave.
• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouses, and children.
• Fifteen days of annual (vacation) leave per year.
• Fifteen days of sick leave per year.
• Thirteen paid holidays.
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.

Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Business Administration or a related field plus a minimum of 5 years of related experience.

Previous communications experience preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exemplary writing, editing and proofreading skills are essential.
• Strong knowledge of external communications theory and best practices.
• Superior media relations and relationship building skills.
• Ability to analyze complex financial and technical issues in order to work with subject matter experts to communicate the information in relevant, compelling and easily absorbed manner to the general public.
• Experience with print and digital media.
• Ability to manage sensitive, high-stakes situations with discretion, sound judgment and professionalism.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Additional Comments


May require occasional in-state travel and very limited overnight travel. Must be able to safely lift and carry files, supplies, boxes, etc. weighing up to 20 lbs. Must be able to sit, stand and walk for intermittent periods of time. Must be able to reach, bend and twist at the waist to perform filing, desk work and operate general office equipment.

THIS OFFICE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.


Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.


Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.


Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.


Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

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Tell us what you know about the State Treasurer's Office and its operations.
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Do you meet the minimum qualifications: A bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Business Administration or a related field?

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Do you have a minimum of 5 years of related experience?

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If you answered "No" to question #3 or #4, please explain.
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Describe any experience with print and digital media.
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Describe your experience with media relations.
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Please explain in detail your experience with interpreting and disseminating complex information through branding.
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Describe what social media platforms you have experience with.
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Based on the position description, what makes you an ideal candidate for this position?
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