University of South Carolina

posted 3 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
10,001+ employees
Educational Services

About the position

The University of South Carolina is seeking a Director of Communications for the Division of Human Resources. This pivotal role involves overseeing the communication operations and executing an integrated communications strategy that aligns with the Division's objectives. The Director will work closely with various units within the Division, including Benefits, Employee Relations, Talent Acquisition/Recruitment, Organizational and Professional Development, International Services, Classification and Compensation, and Operations, Services, and Systems. The primary goal is to effectively communicate with University Leadership, HR Contacts, supervisors, and current and potential employees while adhering to the university's branding and communication policies. In this role, the Director will be responsible for creating and developing both web and print content that supports the mission of the Division. This includes communicating official HR actions and disseminating best practices in human resource management. The Director will also collaborate on projects prioritized by the Division, working with colleagues within the Division of Human Resources and occasionally across the university. The position requires a proactive approach to managing numerous ongoing tasks, ensuring that all communications are timely, accurate, and aligned with the university's strategic goals. The Director of Communications will also be tasked with designing, developing, executing, and measuring an integrative marketing and communications strategic plan to advance the Division's priorities. This includes managing social and digital media strategies, ensuring digital accessibility of HR communications, and building a messaging structure to ensure that all USC employees receive the most current HR communications quickly and efficiently. The role is essential in enhancing the visibility and effectiveness of the Division of Human Resources through strategic communication efforts.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee communication operations for the Division of Human Resources.
  • Execute an integrated communications strategy to achieve Division objectives.
  • Create and develop web and print content that supports the Division's mission.
  • Collaborate on projects with colleagues within the Division and across the university.
  • Design and implement a marketing and communications strategic plan for HR.
  • Manage social and digital media strategies and ensure digital accessibility of HR communications.
  • Build and oversee a messaging structure for effective communication with USC employees.
  • Coordinate communication for major HR projects impacting stakeholders.
  • Provide guidance on front-facing events and arrange press coverage for special HR events.
  • Serve as HR's primary communication representative in collaboration with the Division of Communications.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in communications or a related field.
  • 5 years of experience as a primary communications lead for a unit or business operation.
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Excellent skills in researching, proofing, and knowledge of grammar and punctuation.
  • Experience in developing communication and marketing strategies for HR.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Proactive with excellent judgment and technical skills.
  • Knowledge of websites, social media, AI, and Google analytics.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience in change management.
  • Photography and video editing skills.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Generous paid leave
  • Retirement programs
  • Paid tuition
  • Dependent scholarships
  • Annual leave
  • Sick leave
  • 13 paid holidays (including an extended December holiday)
  • Professional development opportunities
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