Manager, Media​/Communications Strategies

Manager, Media/Communications Strategies

UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location

Location Omaha, NE

Requisition Number:

Requisition Number:

Department

Department Eppley Inst Administration

Business Unit

Business Unit Eppley Institute

Reg-Temp

Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular

Work Schedule

Work Schedule TBD

Remote/Telecommuting

Remote/Telecommuting No remote/telecommuting opportunity

Position Summary

Leads university-level external communications with a strong emphasis on media relations, digital graphics, and social media strategy. Ensures cohesive brand messaging across platforms while supervising the Communications and Media Strategist and Events Coordinator. Serves as a key liaison between the FPBCC and external media outlets and supports institutional visibility, reputation and engagement.

Working Title Manager, Media/Communications Strategies

Job Title

Job Title Marketing/Communications Specialist L2

Salary Grade

Salary Grade PR25S

Appointment Type

Appointment Type B1 - REG MGR PROF SALARY

Salary Range

Salary Range $66,200 - $99,300/annual

Job Requisition Begin Date

Job Requisition Begin Date 07/16/2026

Application Review Date

Application Review Date 07/25/2026

Review Date Information:

Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required

Education:

If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (

NOTE:

Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major)

Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field

(Will consider additional related post high school education in lieu of required experience)

Required Experience

Required Experience 5 years

If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience:

Experience managing or supervising staff.

(Will consider additional related post high school education in lieu of required experience)

Required License

Required License No

If yes, what is the required licensure/certification?

Required Computer Applications:

Required Computer Applications:
Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook

Required Other Computer Applications:

Required Additional

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Preferred Education:

If any degree/training is preferred, please specify the type:

Experience in higher education, healthcare or large public institutions.
Familiarity with brand standards, accessibility guidelines, and content governance.
Experience with analytics, media monitoring platforms, and social media management tools.

Preferred Experience:

Experience in media relations, communications, or public affairs.
Strong writing, editing skills.
Demonstrated experience with social media strategy and digital content

Preferred License:

Preferred License:
No

If yes, what is the preferred licensure/certification?:

Preferred Computer Applications:

Preferred Other Computer Applications:

Preferred Additional

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Experience in higher education, healthcare, or large public institutions.
Familiarity with brand standards, accessibility guidelines, and content governance

Experience with analytics, media monitoring platforms, and social media management tools
Strategic thinking and sound judgement
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
Ability to translate complex information for public audiences
Collaborative, detail-orientated and adaptable

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have experience managing or supervising staff?
  • Yes
  • No
• * If you do have experience managing or supervising staff, please elaborate (If No, indicate NA).

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Are you proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Outlook?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How did you hear about this position?
  • Careerlink
  • Employee Referral
  • HERC
  • Indeed
  • Job Fair
  • Lincoln Journal Star
  • Linkedin
  • Omaha World Herald
  • UNMC Job Site
  • Facebook
  • NEWorks
  • Handshake
  • Other
• * If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Within the past 6 months, have you been affected by a reduction in force or grant funding expiration with the University of Nebraska Medical Center?
  • Yes
  • No

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