Public Relations & Communications Business Partner - 156661

About the role

The Public Relations & Communications Business Partner supports the organization’s mission, vision, values, goals, and initiatives by collaborating with department leadership to manage public relations and communications strategies, projects, and initiatives. The role works with peers and designated stakeholders—such as population health area or site leadership—to implement integrated public relations and internal and external communications plans, including measurement and reporting for all customer groups.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic communications and public relations initiatives that elevate St. Luke's brand, reputation, and community impact.
• Partner with executives and key stakeholders to shape messaging, tell meaningful stories, and advance organizational priorities.
• Serve as a trusted advisor during opportunities and challenges, providing communications counsel that builds confidence, credibility, and trust.
• Foster strong relationships with media, community organizations, and industry partners while representing St. Luke's in the community.
• Create engaging communications and lead special projects that strengthen visibility, support growth, and connect people to our mission.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in lieu of degree.
• Six years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Healthcare or health system communications experience strongly preferred.
• Experience developing and executing strategic communications, public relations, or media relations initiatives.
• Experience advising leaders, building stakeholder relationships, and managing complex communications challenges.
• Experience supporting reputation management, community engagement, and crisis or issues response efforts.
• Strong storytelling skills with the ability to translate complex topics into clear, compelling messages.

Benefits

At St. Luke’s, we offer a robust benefits package to support our teams both professionally and personally. In addition to a competitive salary and retirement plans, we provide:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• On-site massages and on-site counseling via our Employee Assistance Program.
• Access to the Personify Health Wellness tool.
• Formal training and career development offerings to help you meet your career goals.