Bachelor's Degree in journalism, communications, public relations or a related field required.
Minimum Experience/Knowledge:
5 or more years in a communications-development role with increasing responsibility
Experience in writing, editing, and producing publications and/or marketing communications in a healthcare environment; experience in physician-directed communications and health plans preferred.
Proven ability as a self-starter and problem-solver who evaluates a situations, articulates possible solutions and earns the respect of others by carefully listening and presenting productive responses.
Proficiency in Word Office Suite; photography skills and InDesign experience a plus
Required License/Certification:
Fire and Safety Certification. If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire, and maintained by renewal before expiration date.Â
Responsible for the effective development and delivery of a wide range of communications within the health system that advance strategic employee initiatives of Keck Medicine of USC. Collaborates with other department partners to foster efficient, consistent and timely communications. As well as developing and executing an overall social media strategy to support employee engagement and employer branding efforts â support multiple social media initiatives already on-going within the organization. This role partners closely with the Marketing department to coordinate strategic initiatives, communications and strategies. Creates and establishes relationships with key leaders in the organization. This incumbent must understand the business and have a presence at key events and meetings.
Internal Number: REQ20084847
About USC
USC is the leading private research university in Los Angeles—a global center for arts, technology and international business. With more than 47,500 students, we are located primarily in Los Angeles but also in various US and global satellite locations. As the largest private employer in Los Angeles, responsible for $8 billion annually in economic activity in the region, we offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic and diverse environment, in careers that span a broad spectrum of talents and skills across a variety of academic and professional schools and administrative units. As a USC employee and member of the Trojan Family—the faculty, staff, students, and alumni who make USC a great place to work—you will enjoy excellent benefits, including a variety of well-being programs designed to help individuals achieve work-life balance.
