What are the responsibilities and job description for the Asst. Dir Comm & Marketing position at University of South Carolina?
Posting Number
STA00300PO25
Job Family
Communications and Marketing
Job Function
Marketing Communications
USC Market Title
Marketing Communications Specialist
Link to USC Market Title
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132438
Job Level
P2 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title)
Asst. Dir Comm & Marketing
Campus
School of Medicine Columbia
Work County
Richland
College/Division
School of Medicine Columbia
Department
SOMC Development and Advancement
State Pay Band
6
Approved Starting Salary
$49,396
Advertised Salary Range
$49,396-$74,094
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
37.5
Work Schedule
Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Basis
12 months
Job Search Category
Other Professional
About USC
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
The Assistant Director of Strategic Communications and Marketing is a key member of the communications and marketing team at the School of Medicine Columbia (SOMC). The Assistant Director, under limited supervision by the Director of Strategic Communications and Marketing, will serve as the primary contact for the management and maintenance of the SOMC’s website. In addition, the Assistant Director will: aid in identifying and strategizing storytelling and marketing content for all audiences, help to enhance brand identity through efforts such as social media, and manage the school’s e-newsletter efforts.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials
Preferred Qualifications
Higher education communications and/or marketing experience, Website management experience, Four or more years in communications and/or marketing, or related field
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Written, verbal and organizational skills with the ability to multitask, prioritize and successfully meet deadlines. Ability to work successfully in a team or individually. Research skills, with the ability to develop, improve or organize content. Stay abreast of developing market trends. Ability to utilize a wide variety of software and technologies to achieve the desired solution. Proven ability to write and edit for multiple channels including online, print and social media. Knowledge in Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite, Modern Campus CMS and Formstack. Strong attention to detail.
Job Duties
Job Duty
Leads the management, maintenance and continuous enhancement of the School of Medicine Columbia’s (SOMC) website. Develops expert knowledge of and operating the university’s content management system (CMS), Omni CMS. Works with SOMC faculty and staff to ensure the site is 100% operational and up to date with current information and compelling content and visuals. Manages website content requests. Ensures compliance with university web standards, ADA guidelines and regulations, and performs continuous maintenance.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
30
Job Duty
Works as part of the Strategic Communications and Marketing team to help identify and strategize compelling content for all audiences, such as internal and external stakeholders, prospective and current faculty, staff and students, development audiences, alumni and more.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
20
Job Duty
Play strong role in branding efforts of the School of Medicine Columbia, including writing compelling social media content to highlight the work and achievements of the SOMC’s faculty, staff, students, alumni and friends, advertising campaigns and more.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
20
Job Duty
Manage the school’s e-newsletter efforts for both internal and external audiences by gathering content such as photos, videos, feature stories, events, etc., to highlight in communications.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
20
Job Duty
Performs other duties as assigned.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
10
Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive
No
Hazardous weather category
Non-Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
Job Open Date
04/23/2025
Job Close Date
06/07/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by June 7, 2025.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
- Health and Life Insurance
- Retirement Programs
- Paid Tuition
- Dependent Scholarships
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development Opportunities
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Quicklink for Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/186227
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Salary : $49,396 - $74,094
