Communications Manager

Overview -------- Under direction of the AVP, Communications, the Communication Manager will be responsible for day-to-day external and internal communications that promote the MJHS mission, vision, core values, programs, services and people. Responsibilities include pitching stories and securing news coverage; developing written content to be disseminated via various distribution channels; seeking, supporting and managing community event opportunities; cultivating and seeking opportunities for MJHS spokespeople and influencers; writing and submitting awards nominations and journal ads; supporting media training; proofreading, copyediting; maintaining media lists; and monitoring MJHS and competitor coverage. The MJHS Difference ------------------- At MJHS, we are more than a workplace; we are a supportive community committed to excellence, respect, and providing high-quality, personalized health care services. We foster collaboration, celebrate achievements, and promote fairness for all. Our contributions are recognized with comprehensive compensation and benefits, career development, and the opportunity for a healthy work-life balance, advancement within our organization and the fulfillment of having a lasting impact on the communities we serve. Benefits include: * Tuition Reimbursement for all full and part-time staff * Generous paid time off, including your birthday! * Affordable and comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage for employee and family members * Two retirement plans! 403(b) AND Employer Paid Pension * Flexible spending * And MORE! *MJHS companies are qualified employers under the Federal Government’s Paid Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)* Responsibilities ---------------- * Assist AVP, Communications with the implementation of a multi-faceted communications plan that supports MJHS system as a whole and each line of business * Manage the pitch/editorial/events calendar and collaborate with social media coordinator to plan content roll-out across social media platforms * Research, cultivate and maintain media relationships with key reporters, editors, producers and bookers, as well as pitch news stories * Help identify, cultivate, prepare and support MJHS spokespeople and influencers for disseminating MJHS key messages * Responsibility: Use media monitoring software and other services for ongoing tracking and reporting * Draft and refine communications content, including news releases, newsletter copy, talking points, backgrounders, social media, internal website content and other deliverables as assigned * Assist with crisis communications, if and as needed * In coordination with social media coordinator, help conceptualize, script, direct and produce video content that can be used for pitches and online content * Responsibility: Manage the process for capturing and organizing photo/video consent forms and images * Help ensure brand consistency across messaging, collateral and channels * Serve as primary lead for community events such as parades, walks and other public activities, plus provide ongoing support for fundraising events, campaigns and other organizational efforts * Find opportunities to adapt marketing materials for media pitches and opportunities * Engage in special projects, tracking monthly invoices and other duties as assigned Qualifications -------------- * Bachelor’s degree in public relations, journalism, communications or related field * 4-6 years of relevant experience working in journalism, communications, public relations, brand management or related fields * Experience with AP Stylebook as well as media monitoring, metrics, tracking, analyzing and reporting news coverage * Content generation expertise for social media platforms including but not limited to Facebook, Instagram, Threads, LinkedIn, Pinterest and YouTube * Strong proofreading and editing skills * Able to exercise good judgment and maintain confidentiality with critical and sensitive information * Inquisitive with strong organizational and critical thinking skills, as well as natural ability to positively connect with others * Possess event planning skills and flexibility to occasionally support evening and weekend events * Ability to work with a highly collaborative team, take initiative and oversee multiple projects simultaneously while managing different priorities * Experience with photography, video editing and digital asset management platforms are a plus Min --- USD $97,000.00/Yr. Max --- USD $116,000.00/Yr.