Senior Communications Specialist

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: $27.50 - $44.00

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

The communication specialist is 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.

Job Description

Responsible for the effective delivery of employee communication programs through a wide range of mediums to create impact and engagement. This individual will be the point person and will lead the planning, organization and coordination of internal communication for specific departments and initiatives. Develops internal communications tactics including email, video, and intranet. Authors own stories through Sanford Health News. Assists in the development of corporate communication materials and messages used for external audiences. Ensure that the right messages are going to the right audiences at the right time. Ensures messages are delivered in the appropriate voice and with the appropriate creative presentation, including visual imagery, videos, or graphics. Trains the organization on the use of best methods and templates. Serves as a primary communication resource and expert for assigned areas of responsibility. Fosters relationships with key stakeholders. Creates simple, clear and effective communication for all levels with Sanford Health. Partners with the creative team in marketing to add visual, video and animation elements to communications where appropriate. Creates and maintains positive working relationships with partners and stakeholders to understand priorities and needs. Conducts final review and approval before communications are released.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, 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 relevant communication and/or writing experience, preferably in a large and complex corporate setting, is required.

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

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