Communications Specialist - Supplemental

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research; Rochester (MN); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks a communications specialist focused on developing and executing strategic communications plans. This remote role requires strong writing and relationship-building skills to support the organization’s mission while managing stakeholder engagement and project effectiveness.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Comprehensive benefits plans

Qualifications

• 1 year of relevant work experience or related internships considered.
• Strong written and oral communication skills required.
• Self-starter able to identify opportunities and resolve challenges.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic communications plans tailored to audiences.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders to achieve organizational goals.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously in an agile environment.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Strategic planning

Relationship building

Agility

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation andcomprehensive benefit plans– to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical:Multiple plan options.
• Dental:Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision:Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings:HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

The department is responsible to build, grow and protect Mayo Clinic's reputation in a way that shapes the external environment and nurtures the culture to help achieve the mission of the organization. Department functions consist of reputation management including thought leadership and issues/crisis response; client communications and engagement programs; staff engagement; content and channels; government and community engagement; strategy and insights; communications services. The specialist understands Mayo Clinic business objectives and priorities and participates in creating and implementing plans to meet those objectives. The specialist supports client needs and partners with other department team members to drive and measure outcomes. Must develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders to advance the organization's mission.

The specialist is skilled at building and nurturing relationships across a matrixed healthcare organization and can translate highly complex topics into clear, actionable communication strategies. This role requires someone who can both develop and implement strategic communications plans—tailoring messaging to specific audiences, selecting the right channels, and measuring outcomes against defined goals. The specialist thrives in an agile environment, can manage multiple projects simultaneously, and brings a thoughtful, outcomes-driven approach to every assignment.

This position is 100% remote; can work from anywhere from the U.S.

Qualifications

Requires a bachelor's degree in a related field plus 1 year of relevant work experience. Related internships will be considered. Strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to communicate in a way that creates clarity, simplifies messages, and aligns with organizational strategy. Knowledge of channels for communication and the ability to build effective communication and engagement strategies. Must be a self-starter with the ability to independently identify opportunities, solutions and resolve challenges. Demonstrated ability to deliver impactful results. Requires an attitude that actively seeks out change, embraces critical questioning, innovation, service and continuous improvement. Must understand how to deal with and navigate ambiguity, and act without having the total picture. Adaptable or flexible. Demonstrated professionalism and ethics, with ability to earn credibility through integrity and transparency. Role models service excellence. Motivates others by being present, engaged, attentive, invites diverse perspectives, demonstrates and inspires a collaborative spirit. Must be able to work effectively in a collaborative, academic environment that thrives on teamwork and collegial relationships. Must possess the ability to inspire trust and confidence and maintain a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

$35.99 - $50.39 / hour

Benefits Eligible

No

Schedule

Part Time

Hours/Pay Period

supplemental/varies

Schedule Details

Hours vary based on business need.

Weekend Schedule

As needed.

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives.Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the'EOE is the Law'. Mayo Clinic participates inE-Verifyand may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Recruiter

Jessica Gartner