Manager, Communications

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint. 

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Salary Range: $40.00 - $66.00

Union Position:

No

Department Details

High-visibility work that directly supports employees, leaders, and culture

Opportunity to shape messaging that reaches thousands across the organization

Work that connects strategy to people—helping employees understand the “why”

Communications that make a real difference during moments of change, growth, and celebration

A team that shares ideas freely and builds together

Strong culture of feedback, learning, and continuous improvement

Leaders who advocate for communications as a strategic function, not just execution

A mix of strategic planning and hands-on execution

Summary

Responsible for leading the communication team that is responsible for creating an informed, engaged, and inspired workforce. Responsible for overseeing all internal and corporate communication strategies to ensure the timely and accurate delivery of communications.

Job Description

Responsible for planning, developing and implementing internal communication strategies across the enterprise and helps to create informed, engaged, and inspired workforce through the development of effective internal communications. Ensures the teams are delivering on the roles and expectations of the communication team. Creating a positive team culture, through effective communication and development of communication team members. Ensures that the correct structures are in place, clarity in core roles, and workload is balanced and prioritized to deliver great execution. Invests in individual team member development through effective coaching, feedback, and development activities. Responsible for the delivery and execution of communication services and technologies. Creates, implements, and oversees communications programs that effectively describe and promote the healthcare organization and its services. Works as a collaborator and is proactive in establishing working relationships and partnerships across the organization. Possesses strong customer service skills with a demonstrated passion for delivering the best product. Serves as a coach to staff involved in any communication events or presentations.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field is required. Master's in Business Administration (MBA) or Master’s degree in Communications or related field is preferred.

Minimum of three years of experience required. Possesses proven team leadership experience.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. 

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