Communications Manager

Overview
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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
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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
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* 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
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* 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
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USD $97,000.00/Yr.

Max
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USD $116,000.00/Yr.