Communications Specialist

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It's also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change. The Communications Specialist supports day to day functions of network communications and initiatives. Through storytelling and content development, the Communications Specialist will develop and implement communications campaigns to promote network initiatives and functions to increase engagement and awareness of strategic initiatives. Ensures the integration of messages throughout the organization through the proper distribution and timing of all network announcements, recognitions, newsletters, and other various communications. Ensures that all communications are aligned with the network's brand and are presented with audience-appropriate tone and language. The Communications Specialist requires a motivated and resourceful professional capable of independent function in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are core to the position. This position is hybrid and the on site schedule will be based on business needs. This position will cover locations within both Monmouth and Middlesex Counties.

Qualifications:

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required :

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, English or other related area of specialty. Minimum of 2 years of proven writing/editing experience. Must provide samples of various forms and styles of copy. Expertise and a passion for the discipline of communications Strong grammar and writing skills are non-negotiable. Strong copyediting skills; must display a high attention to detail. Ability to demonstrate a wide degree of creativity, innovation and flexibility. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet multiple deadlines. Comfortable in a high-growth environment with shifting priorities. A positive and proactive attitude; Ability to maintain high level of professionalism in a corporate environment. Balance a sense of urgency with calm and confident demeanor. Ability to interface effectively with a variety of people to establish productive, ongoing relationships. Results-oriented. Strong interest to find creative solutions for ordinary problems. Strong time-management, organization, and coordination skills. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Familiarity with copyright laws. Familiarity with content management systems (i.e. WordPress, html coding, etc.) and the practice of monitoring internal communication/social channels.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred :

Experience in a large (>3,000 employee) business, and/or one that is comprised of multiple locations. Experience in healthcare a plus. If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today