Responsibilities

• The Senior Communications Specialist develops and executes communication projects with minimal supervision.
• Building on strong writing and digital expertise, this role proactively identifies opportunities to advance the unit’s reputation through storytelling and multi-channel touchpoints.
• The Senior Communications Specialist manages complex assignments and ensures content strategies align with both unit and institutional priorities.
• This position has increased responsibilities in terms of independence and quality of output.
• This role will require a higher level of expertise so that work is produced with minimal revisions and in greater alignment with strategic objectives.
• This position requires someone who can take full ownership of projects and deliver polished, high-impact communications with limited guidance.
• Also, due to the creation of a new Center and the rapid growth of our programs (such as Live HealthSmart Alabama), the expectations and needs of the communications team have grown, requiring more advanced skills and autonomy to maintain quality and timeliness.
• Key Duties & Responsibilities:
• - Writing (spotlights, articles, blogs, letters, reports, etc.)
• - Social media (content creation, tracking, reporting)

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, English, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field, and two (2) years of related experience required.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in a related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Project management skills.
• Digital communication tools (email platforms, Microsoft Office, social media, etc.).
• Strong editing and proofreading abilities.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects.
• Graphic design (Adobe Creative Suite).
• Understanding of brand voice.

Preferred

• Strategic communications planning
• Analytics and reporting
• Event planning
• Multimedia skills (video)
• Working knowledge of SEO and digital content optimization
• Experience in a large organization
• Advanced degree