Communication Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Minnesota, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Create and disseminate communication materials for both internal and external audiences.

• Collaborate with departmental leaders on communication initiatives, programs, and project strategies.

• Design and execute integrated, multichannel communication strategies for employees, healthcare professionals, patients, and their families.

• Act as the main writer for the department.

• Ensure that all written content adheres to professional quality standards as well as brand and corporate identity guidelines.

• Engage in internal, external, and social media communication efforts.

• Report directly to the Manager of Internal Communications.

• Travel to various locations as necessary for meetings and events.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field is required.

• Three to four years of substantial writing and editing experience in a corporate or agency environment.

• Experience in planning and project management.

• Background in health and/or healthcare is preferred.

• Experience in creating and curating digital content across various digital platforms is an advantage.

• Proven experience in planning, writing, and executing email strategies.

• Exceptional writing, editing, and communication abilities.

• Strong understanding of AP Style guidelines.

• Capability to collaborate with departmental and functional leaders.

• Ability to craft and manage email communications across different departmental areas.

• Skill in building trusting relationships and establishing credibility with stakeholders.

• Familiarity with media relations, social media, and marketing strategies.

• Proficient in identifying, developing, and effectively presenting compelling stories.

• Comfortable utilizing webcasts, video, email, Intranet, SharePoint, and other communication technologies.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced setting.

• Strong interpersonal abilities.

• Capacity to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

• Willingness to travel to various locations as required for meetings and events.

• Successful completion of an occupational health assessment, drug screening, and background check.

• Compliance with the U.S. Government Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical benefits.

• Dental benefits.

• Vision benefits.

• Retirement benefits.

• Additional fringe benefits.

• Shift differentials or premium pay may be available for night, weekend, or on-call work.

• Commitment to equal opportunity employment.