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Harvey Mudd College

Assistant Director of Admission

Center, TX · On-site

$47K - $60K/yr

Assistant Director of Admission - Communications POSITION SUMMARY: The Assistant Director of Admission at Harvey Mudd College, under the guidance of the Senior Associate Director of Admission, and in ...

McAfee

Role Summary We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Director of Communications to lead and scale our worldwide PR function. This role will define and drive our global narrative - translating product ...

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How much do assistant director of communications jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant director of communications in the United States is $71,970.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,500.00 and $89,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant director of communications?

To thrive as an Assistant Director of Communications, you need expertise in strategic communication, media relations, and content development, often supported by a degree in communications, public relations, or a related field. Familiarity with media monitoring tools, content management systems (CMS), and analytics platforms is typically required. Exceptional leadership, crisis management, and interpersonal skills help you lead teams and build relationships across the organization. These skills and qualities are crucial for effectively shaping public perception, managing reputational risk, and ensuring consistent, impactful messaging.

What are some typical challenges faced by an assistant director of communications and how can they be addressed?

Assistant Directors of Communications often navigate challenges such as managing multiple high-priority projects simultaneously, ensuring consistent messaging across teams, and responding rapidly to emerging crises or media inquiries. Success in this role relies on strong organizational skills, clear communication with both internal stakeholders and external partners, and the ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances. Establishing effective processes for collaboration and feedback, as well as proactively monitoring media trends, can help address these challenges and maintain a unified communications strategy.

What is the difference between Assistant Director Of Communications vs Communications Coordinator?

AspectAssistant Director Of CommunicationsCommunications Coordinator
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in communications, public relations, or related field; experience in media or PRBachelor's degree often preferred; entry-level experience acceptable
Work EnvironmentSupports strategic communication efforts, often in larger organizations or institutionsExecutes communication tasks, manages media relations, and supports campaigns
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in nonprofits, education, government, and corporate sectorsCommon in similar sectors, often as entry or mid-level roles
Search & Comparison IntentPeople comparing roles with similar responsibilities but different seniority levels

The Assistant Director Of Communications typically holds a higher-level position with strategic responsibilities, requiring more experience and credentials. In contrast, a Communications Coordinator focuses on executing communication tasks and supporting campaigns. Both roles are vital in organizational communication efforts but differ mainly in scope and seniority.

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Infographic showing various Assistant Director Of Communications job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,970 per year, or $34.6 per hour.

Director of Communications

Duke Clinical Research Institute

Mooresville, NC • On-site

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Job description

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital in Mooresville, North Carolina. The smallest of the four Duke Health hospitals at 123-beds, it offers a comprehensive range of medical services, including 24-hour emergency care, cardiology, orthopedics, women's services, and surgical specialties.

Job Description

Manage and coordinate internal communications and change management functions for Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital (DLNH).
Duties and Responsibilities

  • Develop, implement, and manage strategic communications plans designed to support Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital in defining strong and trusted communication channels, and to strengthen the Duke Health brand and image within the organization. Design communications plans; work with department leaders to define, construct and implement communications, engagement and change management activities critical to ensuring an engaged and informed talent force.
  • Collaborate with DUHS Marketing & Communications, Human Resources, and other divisional enterprise Marketing and Communications professionals to ensure continuity in communications and messaging.
  • Lead a comprehensive internal communications strategy to promote transparency, morale, and team member engagement across all departments.
  • Work with senior leadership to support strategic initiatives. Proactively seek to apply marketing and communications practices, planning and tactical development to advance the success of organizational objectives.
  • Work in partnership with hospital and health system leaders to develop and support community outreach communications strategies to strengthen hospital visibility, trust, and partnerships within the local community.
  • Serve as the communications lead during crisis situations, managing internal updates and real-time messaging in coordination with DUHS leadership.
  • Supervise and mentor junior communications staff or external vendors; foster a collaborative environment that supports innovation and growth.
  • Collaborate with project partners to determine themes and content for communications resources, including messaging, publications, presentations, videos, advertising and online presence (intranet, websites, social media); ensure all resources are HIPAA-compliant and align with Duke Health's mission and vision, and with DUHS's brand standards.
  • Write key messages, host town halls, produce newsletters, and design other communications materials that are central to operations.
  • Develop content and manage design and production of print/digital publications.
  • Plan and execute photo shoots. Serve as staff photographer (nonprofessional) to document activities when needed.
  • Work with DUHS Communications to develop and produce video and digital content.
  • Research, archive and manage the use of graphic resources (logos, photographs, etc.).
  • Create and maintain templates for Duke Health Lake Norman resources, such as PowerPoint presentations, letterhead, etc.
  • Consult with clients regarding projects to identify needs, objectives and design approaches; develop schedules and budgets, as required, for each project.
  • Work in partnership with Duke Health Marketing and Communications to develop and maintain professional contacts and affiliations with media, production and related external resources to facilitate and promote the dissemination of news and publicity about DLNH.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with DUHS administrators, managers and clinical staff to support service line business development objectives.
  • Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, health care administration, marketing, communications or a related field is required.

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Experience

  • Five years of directly related experience is required.
  • Experienced in the development, execution and measurement of multi-dimensional strategic marketing initiatives. Key experience includes working with all levels of organizational leadership in the adoption of plans and tactics, and making plan course corrections as needed based on emerging information or market evolution.
  • Experience with emerging marketing tools (i.e. social media and customer relationship marketing) is strongly preferred.

Degrees, Licensures, Certifications

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Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.


Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.


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Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.


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