Coordinator Public Relations & Communications

OSF HealthCare; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare is seeking a Coordinator of Public Relations & Communications to develop and execute internal communications and support strategic marketing initiatives across teams. You will build strong relationships with internal and external partners and act as the Public Information Officer for your area.

This role requires in-office presence until fully functional, then a minimum of 3 days on-site per week. Occasional evenings/weekends are required for community events in Greater Rockford.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in corporate communications, public relations, journalism, or communications disciplines.
• 5 years’ experience in communications or a marketing setting.
• Complete ICS-100, ICS-200, IS-700 and IS-800 within 120 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute internal communications and support strategic marketing initiatives.
• Collaborate with Internal Communications, Media Relations, Strategic Marketing and Events teams.
• Serve as Public Information Officer (PIO) for the area and manage media relations.
• Occasionally work evenings or weekends to support community events in Greater Rockford.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Analytical thinking

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Corporate Communications / Public Relations

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Total Rewards

OSF HealthCare is dedicated to provide Mission Partners with a comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package that includes benefits, compensation, recognition and well-being offerings that focus on the whole person and engage with their current stage of life and career.

Expected pay for this position is $33.52 - $39.44/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is a Salaried position.

Overview

**This position is not eligible for H1B Sponsorship**

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Coordinator Public Relations & Communications is accountable for the development and execution of internal communications as well as communications that support strategic marketing initiatives. This position will partner with the Internal Communications Team, Media Relations Team, Strategic Marketing Team, and Events Team to ensure efficiency and consistency in supporting the strategic goals of OSF HealthCare. The Coordinator Public Relations & Communications is responsible for building excellent relationships with internal and external individuals. This position serves as the Public Information Officer (PIO) for his or her area of responsibility.

Mandatory in office until fully functional in position, then mandatory a minimum of 3 days a week. This position occasionally works evenings or weekends to support marketing-sponsored community events in Greater Rockford. Individual frequently works with regional and hospital leaders, providers and local media representing OSF so should have excellent executive presence.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree with focus on corporate communications, public relations, journalism, or communications disciplines.

Experience:

• 5 years’ experience in communications or a marketing setting.
• Completion of the following four independent study courses within 120 days of hire: Introduction to Incident Command System for Health Care/Hospitals (ICS-100); IIS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents (ICS-200); National Incident Management Systems, An Introduction (IS-700); and National Response Frameworks, An Introduction (IS-800).

Other skills/knowledge:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software. Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented. Proactive approach to relationship management, and ability to communicate complex issues to employees.
• This includes internships, extracurricular activities, and community volunteerism.
• Ability to work well under pressure and to manage multiple projects at once.
• Must be flexible and adaptable to unexpected changes. Analytical skills necessary in order to determine what type and amount of information can be released to media.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: N/A

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.