Assistant Director of Communications

3 weeks ago


San Diego, United States UC San Diego Full time

Payroll Title:

- COMM SPEC 3
- Department:

- VC-HEALTH SCIENCES
- Hiring Pay Scale
- $74,300 - $105,000 / Year
- Worksite:

- Hybrid Remote
- Appointment Type:

- Career
- Appointment Percent:

- 100%
- Union:

- Uncovered
- Total Openings:

- 1
- Work Schedule:

- Days, 8 hrs/day, Monday - Friday**#129472 Assistant Director of Communications***:Filing Deadline: Fri 5/10/2024**

**UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.**

This position will work a hybrid schedule which includes a combination of working onsite 2 days per week on UCSD Campus and remote.

**DESCRIPTION**:
UC San Diego Health Sciences is a multibillion-dollar organization that comprises three professional schools, two hospitals, 20+ graduate degree programs, and 90+ core facilities and research units all working toward fulfilling its tripartite mission. Led by the Vice Chancellor for Health Sciences, it accounts for the majority of the University’s research and philanthropic portfolios, in addition to an expanding clinical footprint that spans the San Diego region. With more than 1,700 faculty and 17,000 staff, the Health Sciences is home to nationally recognized academic and clinical programs and has been identified as one of the premier biomedical research institutions in the world. As a top-ranking, future oriented organization, UC San Diego Health Sciences offers challenging career opportunities in a fast-paced and innovative environment. The Vice Chancellor’s Office follows a progressive philosophy of career-path development for its employees.

The Assistant Director of Communications reports to the Executive Director of Strategic Communications for the Vice Chancellor of Health Sciences and serves as a member of the UC San Diego Health Sciences Communications Team. Working both independently and in collaboration with communications professionals across the health sciences and broader university, the Assistant Director creates and implements communications plans and projects that support strategic communications within the Health Sciences and the priorities of the Vice Chancellor.

The Assistant Director is a creative thinker with strong communications skills and a passion for working with people to navigate change and improve organizational culture. They plan and manage communications strategies using creative thinking, strong writing and editing skills, and a knowledge of best practices for traditional and digital media and related platforms.

This role has significant partner-facing responsibilities and requires an individual with a collaborative mindset, commitment to inclusion and excellent interpersonal skills. Primary functions to include internal communications, production of "Discoveries" magazine, executive communications and other projects as assigned.

Discoveries Magazine - 40%* Oversees production of the digital and print components of the UC San Diego Health Sciences "Discoveries" magazine, including managing the writing, editing, design, print, and distribution.
- Writes select magazine feature stories and articles.* Manages relationships and contracts with internal and external partners, agencies and vendors.

**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Seven (7) years of related experience or a Bachelor's degree in related area plus three (3) years’ experience and / or equivalent experience / training.
- Solid verbal, interpersonal communications, active listening and political acumen skills. Exceptional writing and editing skills as demonstrated through professional samples and/or portfolio.
- Strong problem-solving and project management skills with a demonstrated record of managing multiple priorities, engaging others, and delegating work as needed, while meeting tight deadlines.
- Solid skills to create, develop, and implement comprehensive long and short term strategic communications plans.
- Knowledge and skills to advise and consult with management to ensure delivery of the desired message to the target and / or broad general audiences.

**SPECIAL CONDITIONS**:

- Evening and weekend work occasionally required.
- Pay Transparency Act_

Annual Full Pay Range: $74,300 - $134,500 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $35.58 - $64.42

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bar



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