Senior Media Relations Specialist

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS. CURRENT EMPLOYEES: Please apply via the internal career site by logging into your Workday Account (https://www.myworkday.com/archildrens/)and search the "Find Jobs" report. Work Shift: Day Shift Time Type: Full time Department: CC027850 ACF Content Marketing Summary: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. — Onsite Advances the philanthropic profile of Arkansas Children's by implementing the media relations program for Arkansas Children's Foundation and its related entities. Additional Information: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. — Onsite Required Education: Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; Or four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Recommended Education: Bachelor's Degree Required Work Experience: Related Field - 4 years of experience Recommended Work Experience: Related_4 years development or related experience Required Certifications: Drivers License - Arkansas Department of Motor Vehicles Recommended Certifications: Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) - Public Relations Society of America Description 1. Manages and writes copy for press releases, media advisories, news and feature stories to support and inspire a culture of philanthropy. 2. Develops and executes media plans for gift announcements, campaigns, and events. 3. Manages sponsorship and advertising agreements, including all advertising creative and deadlines. 4. Leads assigned development pregrams and executes strategies and tactics to achieve individual and programmatic results. 5. Completes projects and other duties as assigned. 6. Remains current on ArkansasChildren's fundraising priorities, brand standards and development best practices. 7. In compliance with Arkansas Children's Fleet Management Policy, drives an owned, leased, or personal Vehicle frequently in the performance of essential job functions. Arkansas Children’s is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas. Arkansas Children’s is driven by four core values—safety, teamwork, compassion and excellence—which inform every action. Arkansas Children’s Hospital has received Magnet Status from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology. For more than a century, Arkansas Children’s has met the unique needs of children. But we’re more than just a hospital treating sick kids—our services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow. Arkansas Children’s Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the state’s only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Children’s Northwest provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state. “Arkansas Children’s is a place of hope and comfort for children and parents. When you are at children’s, you are part of an elite team united with a common goal of saving children and making their lives better.” Michael – Business Operations Manager “Arkansas Children’s Hospital is a prestigious institution that cares for children.” Linda – Information Systems Analyst “We are an organization of care, love, and hope while we champion children.” Angela – Parking and Fleet Coordinator “Care, love, and hope for children!” Kathy – Administrative Assistant “When I think of my time here at Arkansas Children’s Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. As a supply assistant, I have a very important job ensuring that the doctors and nurses have what they need to provide the world class medical care to the Children of Arkansas and surrounding states. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of life!” Nick – Supply Assistant