Communications Specialist

Part-time, 20 hours a week in Boise, Idaho. Day shift.

About the role

Working with the Manager of Communications, the Communications Specialist will help draft and execute internal and external communications to advance the reputation of Saint Alphonsus as an employer of choice and trusted healthcare provider. Supports the development of strategic internal and/or external initiatives with related communication delivery (e.g. speeches, presentations, publications, memo announcements, etc.). Works closely with other members of the Marketing and Communications team.

Schedule options include five 4-hour days, four 5-hour days, or similar per week. Alternatively, the role could work five 8-hour days in a two-week pay period.

Responsibilities

• Write and/or edit content for multiple communication channels serving colleagues and management teams, including but not limited to organization newsletters, press releases, Intranet, town halls, colleague emails, presentations, talking points, and printed materials.
• Develop content from key stakeholders, perform copyediting, and help publish content across internal communications channels.
• Support the effectiveness and consistency of communications that align with the mission and organizational goals.
• Develop internal communications and campaigns; implement plans and help evaluate results.
• Leverage communications and engagement data to strategize and plan effective colleague communications and announcements in partnership with the Communications Manager.
• Contribute content for the organization’s social media accounts (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram) as part of the broader Marketing and Communications team’s social media strategy.
• Work with leaders on initiatives, projects, and team communications, including developing talking points for internal and external purposes.
• Provide internal/external communications counsel for projects, programs, campaigns, and events.
• Write speeches and/or other executive communications as assigned.
• Take periodic responsibility for the team’s after-hours media call duties.
• Support the development, production, and distribution of collateral materials as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Support marketing and communications staff with planning and implementing system-wide projects, programs, and campaigns.
• Provide a strategic communications perspective to marketing, planning, and internal/employee communications staff.
• Collaborate with marketing staff on editing and copywriting tasks.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in public relations, journalism, communications, or a related field.
• At least five years of related experience in internal communications, public relations, or marketing/communications.
• Familiarity with a healthcare setting preferred.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills for engaging with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility and focus to deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines.
• Experience with marketing automation platforms and project management tools like Trello.
• Proactive eye for identifying compelling content across traditional and social media outlets.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Thrives in an energetic, high-performing team environment.
• Developed sense of judgment and discretion for handling media interactions and determining appropriate information sharing.

About Saint Alphonsus Health System

Saint Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based, not-for-profit health system serving communities in Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada. The system includes 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations. Saint Alphonsus emphasizes patient-centered, physician-led, innovative, and community-based care to improve health and well-being.

• Recognized as a Top 15 Health System in the country by IBM Watson Health.
• Home to the region’s most advanced Trauma Center (Level II).
• Commission on Cancer Accredited Program, demonstrating a commitment to improving patient survival and quality of life.