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Job Description
UW Medicine Strategic Communications has an outstanding opportunity for an Associate Director of Internal Communications to join their team.
About this opportunity
Reporting to the Senior Director of Internal Communications, this role manages day-to-day internal communications strategy and planning, content development, executive communications support, and organizational messaging that informs and engages staff, faculty, trainees and students across the health system and the School of Medicine.
The Associate Director of Internal Communications manages and executes UW Medicine’s systemwide internal communications strategies, including editorial operations and engagement initiatives across audiences and communication channels. The position provides strategic and operational leadership by managing a team of experienced writers, guiding complex communications projects, and partnering with leaders across UW Medicine to develop and deliver timely, accurate and accessible communications across multiple platforms.
The ideal candidate brings strong leadership capabilities, exceptional writing and editing skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment. Success in this role also requires strong organizational and project management skills, relation-building abilities, and a commitment to kindness, integrity, collaboration, curiosity, inclusivity and continuous improvement is essential.
Key Responsibilities
Internal Communications Strategy and Execution: 55%
- Support the development and implementation of UW Medicine’s internal communications strategies, communications plans and audience engagement initiatives across the organization, entities and operational priorities.
- Develop, write, manage and execute high-quality internal communications content across multiple channels, including intranet stories, executive and leadership messages, newsletters, email campaigns, presentations, talking points and organizational updates.
- Lead and support executive, leadership and employee communications initiatives, and ensure deliverables align with UW Medicine’s mission, values, voice, accessibility standards and inclusive language practices.
- Manage and optimize day-to-day internal communications operations, including communications channels and platforms, editorial calendars, workflows, and review and approval processes.
- Partner cross-functionally with Strategic Communications, HR, IT Services, Compliance, Organizational Development, and other operational leaders to ensure coordinated, accurate and effective employee communications.
- Support communications strategies related to organizational change initiatives, enterprise-wide projects, operational disruptions, and crisis and emergency communications. Integrate change management principles into communications planning and execution. E nsure all content adheres to legal, brand and security guidelines.
- Monitor communications performance metrics, audience engagement data and channel effectiveness, and recommend strategies to improve audience targeting, distribution timeliness, user engagement and overall communications impact. Help strengthen internal communications capabilities by developing and supporting content governance, editorial standards, best practices, tools, processes, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Communications Operations, Intake and Editorial Leadership: 20%
- Support the Senior Director in operational planning, prioritization and continuous improvement efforts for the internal communications function.
- Manage intake, assessment, prioritization and coordination of internal communications requests and workflows across UW Medicine.
- Oversee editorial planning, production schedules, content operations and workload distribution across writers and other contributors to ensure quality, responsiveness and alignment with organizational priorities.
- Evaluate communications requests and advise partners on communications timing, channels, audience targeting and strategic communications approaches. Identify and implement opportunities to improve communications operations, editorial standards, governance processes, efficiencies, intake systems and cross-functional coordination.
Team Leadership and Collaboration: 15%
- Directly supervise, coach and mentor a talented team of writers as well as contractors and/or content contributors as needed.
- Manage hiring, onboarding and professional development.
- Ensure team performance, responsiveness and quality standards.
- Foster collaborative relationships across UW Medicine and serve as a trusted communications partner to leaders and project teams. Represent internal communications in meetings, workgroups and cross-functional initiatives as assigned.
Other Duties: 10%
Perform related duties as assigned.Required Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations or related field 5+ years of progressively responsible communications experience, preferably in a large, complex organization, with at least 3 years in a management role leading internal communications strategy and planning
Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be forwarded to the Hiring Manager.
Additional Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience developing and executing internal communications strategies and content
- Exceptional writing, editing and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy
- An authentically and consistently good listener
- Experience managing communications projects, editorial processes and review workflows
- Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, high-change environment, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, priorities and deadlines
- Strong organizational, analytical and project management skills
- Experience supporting executive communications and organizational initiatives
- Strong understanding of digital communications channels, intranet best practices and email communications platforms
- Demonstrated commitment to principles of equity, inclusive language and accessibility standards
- Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships across teams and organizational levels
- Sound judgment and ability to handle sensitive and confidential communications appropriately
- Proficiency with digital communications tools, content management systems and analytics platforms
- Experience supporting message-driving narratives using video, including writing, editing, and adapting scripts for live presentations, recorded video, and multimedia campaigns
- Demonstrated commitment to integrity and service-oriented collaboration Ability to occasionally work outside of typical business hours as needed to address urgent situations
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in strategic communications, business administration (MBA), public administration (MPA) or related field
- 10+ years of progressively responsible communications experience, with at least 5 years in a management role leading internal communications strategy and planning
- Experience working in a large academic health system, healthcare organization or higher education environment
- Experience supporting communications related to organizational change management initiatives
- Experience managing intranet content strategy or enterprise communications platforms
- Experience collaborating within highly matrixed organizations
- Familiarity with the AP style
- Experience with Simpplr, SharePoint or another content management system . Experience with email marketing platform like Marketo or Eloqua
Working Conditions
Ability to occasionally work outside of typical business hours as needed to address urgent situations. As an essential and hybrid position, the individual is required to work remotely when the University is under suspended operations due to inclement weather, etc.
Hybrid – Approximately one day per month at South Lake Union office and additional days as needed onsite for meetings at hospitals or the main campus and for interviewing, reporting, and/or multimedia creation.
About the Team
At UW Medicine , we work to improve health for all people through excellence in clinical, research, and education and training programs. As the only comprehensive clinical, research and learning health system in the five-state WWAMI (Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana, Idaho) region, UW Medicine provides the most up-to-date care for each individual patient, leads one of the world’s largest and most comprehensive medical research programs, and provides innovative learning programs for students, trainees, and practitioners in the health professions.
UW Medicine’s Strategic Communications team plays a critical role in advancing the organization’s mission to improve the health of all people by delivering clear, timely, and effective communications to internal and external audiences. The team’s work spans media relations, internal and executive communications, hospital communications, crisis communications, social media engagement, and enterprise-wide digital platforms, ensuring our messaging remains closely aligned with leadership priorities and institutional strategy.
Compensation, Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum:
$115,200.00 annualPay Range Maximum:
$138,540.00 annualOther Compensation:
Benefits:
For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)Temporary or Regular?
This is a regular positionFTE (Full-Time Equivalent):
100.00%Union/Bargaining Unit:
Not ApplicableAbout the UW
Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.
UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
Our Commitment
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 .
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu .
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law .
Job Description
UW Medicine Strategic Communications has an outstanding opportunity for an Associate Director of Internal Communications to join their team.
About this opportunity
Reporting to the Senior Director of Internal Communications, this role manages day-to-day internal communications strategy and planning, content development, executive communications support, and organizational messaging that informs and engages staff, faculty, trainees and students across the health system and the School of Medicine.
The Associate Director of Internal Communications manages and executes UW Medicine’s systemwide internal communications strategies, including editorial operations and engagement initiatives across audiences and communication channels. The position provides strategic and operational leadership by managing a team of experienced writers, guiding complex communications projects, and partnering with leaders across UW Medicine to develop and deliver timely, accurate and accessible communications across multiple platforms.
The ideal candidate brings strong leadership capabilities, exceptional writing and editing skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment. Success in this role also requires strong organizational and project management skills, relation-building abilities, and a commitment to kindness, integrity, collaboration, curiosity, inclusivity and continuous improvement is essential.
Key Responsibilities
Internal Communications Strategy and Execution: 55%
- Support the development and implementation of UW Medicine’s internal communications strategies, communications plans and audience engagement initiatives across the organization, entities and operational priorities.
- Develop, write, manage and execute high-quality internal communications content across multiple channels, including intranet stories, executive and leadership messages, newsletters, email campaigns, presentations, talking points and organizational updates.
- Lead and support executive, leadership and employee communications initiatives, and ensure deliverables align with UW Medicine’s mission, values, voice, accessibility standards and inclusive language practices.
- Manage and optimize day-to-day internal communications operations, including communications channels and platforms, editorial calendars, workflows, and review and approval processes.
- Partner cross-functionally with Strategic Communications, HR, IT Services, Compliance, Organizational Development, and other operational leaders to ensure coordinated, accurate and effective employee communications.
- Support communications strategies related to organizational change initiatives, enterprise-wide projects, operational disruptions, and crisis and emergency communications. Integrate change management principles into communications planning and execution. E nsure all content adheres to legal, brand and security guidelines.
- Monitor communications performance metrics, audience engagement data and channel effectiveness, and recommend strategies to improve audience targeting, distribution timeliness, user engagement and overall communications impact. Help strengthen internal communications capabilities by developing and supporting content governance, editorial standards, best practices, tools, processes, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Communications Operations, Intake and Editorial Leadership: 20%
- Support the Senior Director in operational planning, prioritization and continuous improvement efforts for the internal communications function.
- Manage intake, assessment, prioritization and coordination of internal communications requests and workflows across UW Medicine.
- Oversee editorial planning, production schedules, content operations and workload distribution across writers and other contributors to ensure quality, responsiveness and alignment with organizational priorities.
- Evaluate communications requests and advise partners on communications timing, channels, audience targeting and strategic communications approaches. Identify and implement opportunities to improve communications operations, editorial standards, governance processes, efficiencies, intake systems and cross-functional coordination.
Team Leadership and Collaboration: 15%
- Directly supervise, coach and mentor a talented team of writers as well as contractors and/or content contributors as needed.
- Manage hiring, onboarding and professional development.
- Ensure team performance, responsiveness and quality standards.
- Foster collaborative relationships across UW Medicine and serve as a trusted communications partner to leaders and project teams. Represent internal communications in meetings, workgroups and cross-functional initiatives as assigned.
Other Duties: 10%
Perform related duties as assigned.Required Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations or related field 5+ years of progressively responsible communications experience, preferably in a large, complex organization, with at least 3 years in a management role leading internal communications strategy and planning
Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be forwarded to the Hiring Manager.
Additional Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience developing and executing internal communications strategies and content
- Exceptional writing, editing and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy
- An authentically and consistently good listener
- Experience managing communications projects, editorial processes and review workflows
- Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, high-change environment, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, priorities and deadlines
- Strong organizational, analytical and project management skills
- Experience supporting executive communications and organizational initiatives
- Strong understanding of digital communications channels, intranet best practices and email communications platforms
- Demonstrated commitment to principles of equity, inclusive language and accessibility standards
- Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships across teams and organizational levels
- Sound judgment and ability to handle sensitive and confidential communications appropriately
- Proficiency with digital communications tools, content management systems and analytics platforms
- Experience supporting message-driving narratives using video, including writing, editing, and adapting scripts for live presentations, recorded video, and multimedia campaigns
- Demonstrated commitment to integrity and service-oriented collaboration Ability to occasionally work outside of typical business hours as needed to address urgent situations
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in strategic communications, business administration (MBA), public administration (MPA) or related field
- 10+ years of progressively responsible communications experience, with at least 5 years in a management role leading internal communications strategy and planning
- Experience working in a large academic health system, healthcare organization or higher education environment
- Experience supporting communications related to organizational change management initiatives
- Experience managing intranet content strategy or enterprise communications platforms
- Experience collaborating within highly matrixed organizations
- Familiarity with the AP style
- Experience with Simpplr, SharePoint or another content management system . Experience with email marketing platform like Marketo or Eloqua
Working Conditions
Ability to occasionally work outside of typical business hours as needed to address urgent situations. As an essential and hybrid position, the individual is required to work remotely when the University is under suspended operations due to inclement weather, etc.
Hybrid – Approximately one day per month at South Lake Union office and additional days as needed onsite for meetings at hospitals or the main campus and for interviewing, reporting, and/or multimedia creation.
About the Team
At UW Medicine , we work to improve health for all people through excellence in clinical, research, and education and training programs. As the only comprehensive clinical, research and learning health system in the five-state WWAMI (Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana, Idaho) region, UW Medicine provides the most up-to-date care for each individual patient, leads one of the world’s largest and most comprehensive medical research programs, and provides innovative learning programs for students, trainees, and practitioners in the health professions.
UW Medicine’s Strategic Communications team plays a critical role in advancing the organization’s mission to improve the health of all people by delivering clear, timely, and effective communications to internal and external audiences. The team’s work spans media relations, internal and executive communications, hospital communications, crisis communications, social media engagement, and enterprise-wide digital platforms, ensuring our messaging remains closely aligned with leadership priorities and institutional strategy.
Compensation, Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum:
$115,200.00 annualPay Range Maximum:
$138,540.00 annualOther Compensation:
Benefits:
For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)Temporary or Regular?
This is a regular positionFTE (Full-Time Equivalent):
100.00%Union/Bargaining Unit:
Not ApplicableAbout the UW
Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.
UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
Our Commitment
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 .
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu .
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law .
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in strategic communications specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field
- Experience drafting press releases, talking points, and executive communications
- Proficiency with media monitoring tools and content management systems
- Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills across multiple formats and audiences
- Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Experience coordinating with cross-functional teams including legal, marketing, and leadership
Tips for Your Strategic Communications Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to the sector
Government and nonprofit postings emphasize stakeholder engagement and policy messaging, while corporate roles prioritize brand voice and executive communications. Adjust your bullets to mirror the language in each posting rather than submitting one generic resume everywhere.
Build a writing sample portfolio now
Most hiring managers ask for samples before the first interview. Have three to five polished pieces ready: a press release, a crisis statement, and an internal memo or executive brief. Redact confidential details from past employer work so they're shareable.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists strategic communications specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by sector keyword
Search for terms like 'media relations,' 'public affairs,' or 'executive communications' alongside your target industry. Titles vary widely, so filtering by specialization rather than job title alone surfaces openings you'd otherwise miss.
Prepare for a writing exercise round
Many employers give candidates a timed writing prompt during interviews, often a draft press release or a holding statement under a mock crisis scenario. Practice writing a clean 300-word response to a breaking news scenario in under 30 minutes.
Negotiate scope before discussing compensation
In offers for strategic communications roles, clarify whether you'll own external media, internal channels, or both before accepting. Scope creep is common in this function, so getting responsibilities in writing protects you and anchors any counter-offer conversation.
Strategic Communications Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most strategic communications specialists?
The most active employers for strategic communications specialists right now are FINRA, NBCUniversal, and HDR, and the most openings are in California, District of Columbia, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is strongest at large healthcare systems, federal contractors, and financial services firms.
How many strategic communications specialist jobs are remote?
About 74% of strategic communications specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with availability varying by sector and seniority. Media relations and internal communications roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while crisis communications and government affairs positions more often require an on-site or hybrid presence.
How do you become a strategic communications specialist?
Start with a degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field. Build hands-on experience through internships, campus media, or in-house communications departments. Develop a writing portfolio that includes press materials, crisis statements, and executive content. As you advance, specialize in a sector such as healthcare, government, or finance to increase your marketability and transition into more senior strategic roles.
Can you get a strategic communications specialist job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level strategic communications roles exist, particularly at nonprofits, government agencies, and mid-size companies. Candidates with little direct experience can compete by presenting strong writing samples from academic projects, freelance work, or volunteer communications roles. Demonstrating familiarity with media relations basics, drafting press materials, and managing social platforms often matters more than years on a resume at the junior level.
What does the strategic communications specialist interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a recruiter screen, followed by a hiring manager interview focused on your writing background and communications philosophy. A timed writing exercise, often a press release or crisis statement draft, is common in the second or third round. Final interviews usually involve a panel including marketing, legal, or senior leadership, and candidates are frequently asked to present their portfolio or walk through a past communications campaign.
Where can I find and apply to strategic communications specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to strategic communications specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, sector preference, and location, then apply directly to each opening that fits.
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