Communications Coordinator

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University of South Carolina is hiring a Communications Coordinator to support communication and public relations activities for the School of Medicine-Columbia's South Carolina Center for Rural and Primary Healthcare. The role involves coordinating internal and external communications, marketing efforts, public and stakeholder relations, and content development in collaboration with the Center's leadership and program managers.

Highlights

Coordinates internal and external communication efforts and develops a center-wide communication plan.
Manages marketing efforts, including content development, contractor coordination, branded materials creation, and social media support.
Handles public and stakeholder relations, media requests, and reporting to stakeholders.
Supports ongoing Center branding and maintains distribution lists.
Requires proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Demands strong oral and written communication and presentation skills.
Requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field plus 2 or more years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred qualifications include a master’s degree or additional program experience and previous communications, marketing, or public relations experience.
Position offers an anticipated salary range of $48,726 to $70,653 annually.
Supports research activities at the School of Medicine Columbia, under the SOMC Clinical Affairs department.

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Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by June 28, 2026.

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Posting Number	RTF00108PO26
USC Market Title	Communications Coordinator
Link to USC Market Title	https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/166610
Business Title (Internal Title)	Communications Coordinator
Campus	School of Medicine Columbia
Work County	Richland
College/Division	School of Medicine Columbia
Department	SOMC Clinical Affairs
Anticipated Hiring Range	$48,726 - $70,653
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time	Full Time
Hours per Week	37.5
Work Schedule	Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Type of Staff Position	Staff Research Grant (SRGP)
Basis	12 months
Job Search Category	Administrative

About USC

About University of South Carolina	From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Benefits for Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below

The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.

South Carolina Retirement	Yes
State Insurance Programs	Yes
Annual Leave	Yes
Sick Leave	Yes

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary	Under general supervision, supports communication and public relations activities for the School of Medicine-Columbia, South Carolina Center for Rural and Primary Healthcare. Collaborates closely with the Center’s directors, operations manager and program managers to support ongoing Center and project communications, public and stakeholder relations, and content development. Demonstrates commitment to conducting business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures, and regulations. This position is established in support of expanded research activities.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience	Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials
Preferred Qualifications	Master’s degree and 1 year related program experience or a Bachelor’s degree and 2 years related experience. Previous experience in communications, marketing, and public relations and knowledge of communication and marketing principals. Prefer writing and content development experience. Excellent customer and stakeholder relations skills. Proficiency in Microsoft package (to include Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.). Experience with computer-based documentation and communication.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities	Ability to communicate effectively with strong oral and written communication skills and presentation skills. Required to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance practices, procedures, and regulations

Job Duties

Job Duty	Coordinates Center internal and external communication efforts. Development, implementation, evaluation and yearly review of center-wide communication plan to coordinate internal and external communication. Supports Center and program-specific goals with development of tailored communication materials and content, through use of appropriate software and tools. Supports disseminating program-specific results through appropriate communication channels, media outlets, and social media. Reports progress on efforts to the Director.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	35

Job Duty	Coordinates Center marketing efforts and content development. Responsible for helping gather information, coordinating contractors supporting writing, graphic design, and video/photography. Creating branded materials, assisting with email marketing and other communication tactics including print, electronic marketing and social media. Supports content development for publication, including but not limited to social media, center publications, and annual report. Updates the center website. Reports progress on these programs to the Center Director, as needed.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	25

Job Duty	Coordinates public and stakeholder relations for Center, including developing and disseminating Center specific information to existing stakeholders and identifying new partners. Coordinates media requests. Supports yearly reporting and presentations provided to various stakeholders.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	20

Job Duty	Supports ongoing Center branding efforts and ensures branding is incorporated throughout Center. Coordinates with any external contractors for dissemination needs. Maintains Center distribution lists, including collecting and updating participants as appropriate.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	15

Job Duty	Performs other duties as assigned.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	5

Position Attributes

Hazardous weather category	Non-Essential
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.	No

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies	1
Desired Start Date
Position End Date
Job Open Date	05/14/2026
Job Close Date	06/28/2026
Open Until Filled	No
Special Instructions to Applicant	Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by June 28, 2026.
Quicklink for Posting	https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/206389
EEO Statement	The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

Supplemental Questions

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* Do you have at least a bachelor's degree in a job-related field and 2 or more years of job-related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of certification, training, education and/or experience?
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List of References and Contact Information

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Cover Letter

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