Communications Manager

At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential.

A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive at every stage of your career. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One.

Job Description

Plans, manages, and evaluates company-wide communication strategies to ensure effective communication to employees, shareholders, and the community.

Works with various business groups and senior management to develop and implement strong communication plans that will assist in meeting company goals and objectives.

Evaluates complex information and strategically determines appropriate method of communication based on topic and company goals.

Edits internal and external publications, writes speeches and provides media support.

Represents U.S. Bancorp at various community, business, and educational events. May provide project management for special communication efforts, including acquisitions and divestitures.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent work experience
Ten or more years of experience in communications activities
One or more years of supervisory/management experience

Preferred Skills/Experience

Strong communication management skills, including excellent verbal and written communication
Background in journalism or demonstrated use of journalistic techniques to research, analyze, and synthesize complex information, conduct interviews, and shape clear, engaging narratives
Demonstrated ability to take initiative, operate independently, and drive work forward from concept through execution
Strong strategic thinking skills, with the ability to anticipate needs, connect broader business context, and shape communication strategies that support enterprise goals, while influencing and negotiating with internal and external stakeholders
Well-developed organizational and project management skills
Experience using generative AI tools to improve productivity, content development, and decision support

Location Expectations

This role is hybrid. Team members who are in a hybrid role typically spend three days a week at the listed U.S. Bank location(s), while having flexibility on their work location for the other working days.

Pay Range:

$119,765.00 – $140,900.00 annually.

The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

Benefits:

Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That’s why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following:

Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
Basic term and optional term life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Pregnancy disability and parental leave
401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
Adoption assistance
Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law.
Review our full benefits available by employment status here.

U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.

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