Manager, Communications

Oversee strategic communication including the development and coordination of all communications programs to promote and further the organization’s objectivesDevelop and maintain consistent approaches to managing corporate and cross line of business project communication needs to multiple audiencesLead the development and review of communication plans and related materials as part of integrated communications to key multiple stakeholder audiences, and ultimately supporting brand awareness, sales growth and retention, and overall support for corporate projectsEnsure brand is reflected in communication plan tactics and key messaging; ensure project-related copy is written following brand copy guidelinesLead day to day operations in areas including social media, leadership, cause marketing, and line of business-specific communication needsAssist in developing integrated messaging for projects and manage overall cross line of business communicationsStay current with new technology and marketing toolsConsults with internal and external partners in order to project the corporate message to both external and internal audiences through social media channelsOversee the analysis of responses to social media activities and makes recommendationsRepresents the company message to online communities, media, analysts and the general public at largeAdvise senior management on development of communications policies and programsAssist in the development of the department budget and monitor unit expenses to ensure unit costs are within established levelsEnsure effective communications are maintained within the unit and externally. Where appropriate, inform employees as to plans and progress. Conduct employee discussion sessions at regular intervalsJob SpecificationsTypically has the following skills or abilities:Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experienceMinimum of 3 years of management experience with responsibilities for hiring, training, assigning work and managing performance of direct reportsExcellent oral and written communication skills as demonstrated by a portfolio of work examples and completed projectsDemonstrated creativity and knowledge of community and industry resources and opportunitiesProficient with word processing, spreadsheet, and desktop publishing applicationsPreferred Skills:Experience working with multiple stakeholders including Executive Leadership, Boards, and project teams. Skilled in creating effective content strategies and presentations that tell a story. Knowledge of innovations in communication delivery channels. #LI-VISIONCARECompensation range for the role is listed below. Applicable salary ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible bonuses and commissions. For more information regarding VSP Vision benefits, please click here. Salary Ranges: $73,500.00 - $131,250.00VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. Unincorporated LA County Residents: Qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act, and any other similar laws.Notice to Candidates: Fraud Alert - Fake Job Opportunity Solicitations Used to Collect Fees/Personal Information. We have been made aware that fake job opportunities are being offered by individuals posing as VSP Vision and affiliate recruiters. Click here to learn about our application process and what to watch for regarding false job opportunities. As a regular part of doing business, VSP Vision (“VSP”) collects many different types of personal information, including protected health information, about our audiences, including members, doctors, clients, brokers, business partners, and employees. VSP Vision employees will have access to this sensitive personal information and are subject to follow Information Security and Privacy Policies.