What are the responsibilities and job description for the Media & Public Relations Specialist - Marketing & Communications Job at Valley C position at Valley Children's Healthcare?
The Media and PR Specialist reports to the Public Relations Officer and supports the organization's media presence and public image. This role supports the development and execution of public relations and communications strategies to promote and protect the organization's reputation and increase visibility locally, regionally and nationally. This role involves developing and executing public relations, media and communications strategies to enhance the organization's reputation and visibility at local, regional and national levels. Key responsibilities include managing media relations, supporting executive positioning efforts, handling crisis communications and promoting organizational initiatives through strategic storytelling and media outreach.
The specialist, with guidance from the Public Relations Officer, will work closely with journalists, influencers and media professionals to secure positive coverage and position the organization's leadership as thought leaders in healthcare. The role also includes engaging patient families and community partners in messaging and communications.
Position Details
Status : Full Time, Exempt
FTE / Hours per pay period : 1.0 FTE (80 hrs)
Shift : Day
Shift Length : 8
Pay Range : 38.25 - 56.60
Location : Madera, CA 93636 USA
About Us :
Valley Children's Marketing & Communications Strategic Plan aligns with our vision to provide the nation's best healthcare and become the premier children's hospital. Our marketing efforts focus on enhancing the organization’s reputation, supporting growth plans, and promoting key clinical programs and the expertise of our staff. In public relations, we proactively develop stories for traditional and non-traditional media at local, state, national, and international levels. All media inquiries regarding patients or any affiliation with Valley Children's must be coordinated through the Marketing & Communications Department, with media personnel escorted on-site.
Valley Children’s Healthcare - one of the largest pediatric healthcare networks in the nation - provides Central California’s only high-quality, comprehensive care exclusively for children, from before birth to young adulthood. With more than 670 physicians and 3,500 staff, Valley Children’s delivers high-quality, comprehensive care to more than 1.3 million children in our service area.
EXPERIENCE :
- Minimum four (4) years related work experience in journalism, media relations or public relations
- Extensive experience in writing and content creation, with understanding of media pitching
- Solid interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships and work effectively with diverse personalities and groups, including patients and families
- Excellent verbal communication and public speaking abilities
- Flexible to quickly pivot and respond to changing priorities
EDUCATION / LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS :
Have Questions? Call Recruitment Services at 559-353-7071 or email us at recruiting@valleychildrens.org
Disclaimer : Final compensation will be dependent upon skills and experience.
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