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Senior Director of Communications - HMHI

Position Number: 6395949
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Position Type: Public Relations, Marketing and Communications

Senior Director of Communications - HMHI

Job Summary

The senior director of marketing and communications at Huntsman Mental Health Institute is a strategic leader and thought partner who is a member of the executive leadership team. This position is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive communications and marketing strategy that advances the organization's mission, enhances its reputation, and drives engagement with key stakeholders. The senior director of marketing and communications will work cross-functionally to support all areas of the institute's missions including clinical, research, education, and community collaboration.

Responsibilities
Essential Functions -

Internal Communications
Develop and implement effective internal communication strategies to align employees with the organization's goals, values, and culture.
Enhance the flow of information across departments, promoting transparency and collaboration within the organization.
Draft and oversee the distribution of executive communications, including memos, announcements, presentations, and newsletters.
Monitor and refine message delivery to ensure resonance with diverse internal audiences.
Create internal communication campaigns to communicate HMHI's strategy and drive alignment amongst faculty and staff.
Collaborate cross functionally amongst HMHI's missions to support enterprise-wide initiatives.
Lead internal communications strategies to engage and inform staff and foster transparency and alignment across the organization through channels such as town halls and newsletters.
External Communications
Lead the development of external communication strategies to enhance the organization's reputation and public image.
Oversee the creation of press releases, media kits, speeches, and other external-facing materials.
Build and maintain strong relationships with media outlets, ensuring consistent and favorable coverage.
Act as the organization's spokesperson when required, handling sensitive communications with poise and professionalism.
Work closely with senior director of public policy on aligning internal and external communications to public policy initiatives.
Collaborate effectively with the institute's external stakeholders which include foundation partners, donors, leaders across campus and beyond.
Develop and implement strategies that elevate the organization's profile among key stakeholders, including patients, donors, partners, and the broader community.
Marketing
Develop and execute marketing strategies that promote clinical programs and services, driving patient engagement, referral growth, and community awareness.
Budget oversight and forecasting staffing and operating budget needed to fulfill clinical marketing objectives.
Markets and promotes new and existing programs and services to patients.
Aligns with institutional messaging in public-facing marketing materials.
Team Leadership
Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing communications and marketing team, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and excellence.
Set clear goals and expectations for the team, conducting regular performance evaluations to track progress and growth.
Encourage professional development by providing opportunities for training and skill enhancement.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistency and integration of messaging across all platforms.
Manage a budget that is aligned with institutional goals and needs.

DISCLAIMER
This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically requiredNearly Continuously: Office environment.Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be requiredNearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related area, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); eight years of progressively more responsible management experience; and demonstrated leadership, human relations and effective communications skills required.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences
Strategic thinker with the ability to anticipate communication needs and challenges.
Natural leader with a track record of inspiring and managing teams effectively.
Proficiency in communication tools and technologies, including content management systems, intranet platforms, and analytics tools.
Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Special Instructions
* Please submit your resume, cover letter, and portfolio of relevant work *

Requisition Number: PRN42582B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: Monday - Friday | 8:00am - 5:00pm
Department: 01757 - PUBLIC AFFAIRS
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $130,000 - $140,000
Close Date: 10/18/2025
Open Until Filled:

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