A Communications or Public Relations Specialist coordinates internal and external communications for a company or organization. Provides information to employees on company activities, such as the launch of a new product or a community service initiative. Writes and edits public communications; develops media contacts and prepares material for press and media distribution; monitors media coverage. May assist with events planning.
Primary Location South Campus Department Marketing & Comm Admin Shift Day (United States of America) Schedule Full time Weekly Hours 40 FTE 1 Employee Status Regular •Expected Starting Pay Range $61,401.60 - $78,291.20 •Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on‑call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
At Cincinnati Children's, the Senior Communications Specialist is responsible for developing and managing strategic internal and external communications that support our mission to improve child health and transform the delivery of care through innovation, leadership, and collaboration. The Communications Specialist creates engaging content and communication strategies that connect employees, patients, families, community partners, and other key stakeholders to organizational priorities and achievements.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Content Creation- Seeks out and develops stories and content for publishing on various communications platforms. Creates and executes comprehensive communication plans; Develops, produces, edits, distributes and tracks content; Incorporates multi-media approach to story telling. Identifies opportunities for improvements and raises them to the appropriate individuals. Works to elevate and innovate communications platforms. Works with internal 'beats' to support goals of the organization and department. Manages projects from start to completion with moderate supervision. Production- Develops content, produces and edits major publications/ projects. Writes and approves content for publishing on the intranet. Looks for ways to incorporate multi-media approaches to story telling. Independently manages small project to medium sized projects and events. Planning- Helps develops and maintain updated crisis communication plans; Participates in crisis drills and activities. Emergency communication response; prepares content for senior M&C leadership approval concerning emergency response. Trains to be as a spokesperson on behalf of the medical center.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in a related field 2+ years of Marketing Communications work experience Strong attention to detail Self-motivated to create, lead and fully execute work plans Curious approach to problem-solving Ability to thrive in a constantly-changing environment High ambiguity tolerance About Us At Cincinnati Children's, we come to work with one goal: to make children's health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children's. Cincinnati Children's is: Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding Recognized as one of America's Best Large Employers (2025) , America's Best Employers for New Grads (2025) One of the nation's America's Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune Consistently certified as great place to work A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That's why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we're creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us. Comprehensive job description provided upon request. Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
