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Mayo Clinic

Senior Specialist, Communications - Cancer Center

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What they do

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.

$72,562 / year median in Minnesota

+0% projected growth

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Senior Specialist, Communications - Cancer Center Mayo Clinic - 3.8 Rochester, MN Job Details Full-time $92,830.40 - $129,958.40 a year 17 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Professional ethics Bachelor's degree Continuous improvement Community relationship building Team motivation (leadership skill) Full Job Description Why Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans - to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
Benefits Highlights Medical:
Multiple plan options.
Dental:
Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
Vision:
Affordable plan with national network.
Pre-Tax Savings:
HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
Retirement:
Competitive retirement package to secure your future. Responsibilities The department is responsible to build, grow and protect Mayo Clinic's reputation in a way that shapes the external environment and nurtures the culture to help achieve the mission of the organization. Department functions consist of reputation management including thought leadership and issues/crisis response; client communications and engagement programs; staff engagement; content and channels; government and community engagement; strategy and insights; communications services. The senior specialist understands Mayo Clinic business objectives and priorities to develop plans to support those objectives. The senior specialist provides consultation and guidance to various clients, and plans, drives, implements, monitors and measures results. Develops and maintains relationships with Mayo Clinic executive leadership, staff and members of the local and national government and/or media to advance organizational awareness and achievements. May lead client teams and provides mentorship and direction to others. This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship/ we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position. Also, Mayo Clinic
DOES NOT
participate in the
F-1 STEM OPT
extension program. Qualifications Requires a bachelor's degree in a related field plus 3 years of relevant work experience. Strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to communicate in a way that creates clarity, simplifies messages, and aligns with organizational strategy. Knowledge of channels for communication and the ability to build effective communication and engagement strategies. Must be a self-starter with the ability to independently identify opportunities, solutions and resolve challenges. Demonstrated ability to deliver impactful results. Requires an attitude that actively seeks out change, embraces critical questioning, innovation, service and continuous improvement. Must understand how to deal with and navigate ambiguity, and act without having the total picture. Adaptable or flexible. Demonstrated professionalism and ethics, with ability to earn credibility through integrity and transparency. Role models service excellence. Motivates others by being present, engaged, attentive, invites diverse perspectives, demonstrates and inspires a collaborative spirit. Must be able to work effectively in a consensus-style and collaborative environment that expects and promotes teamwork. Must possess the ability to inspire trust and confidence and maintain a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality. Experience in communications supporting an NCI‑Designated Cancer Center or a nationally recognized cancer organization is preferred. Exemption Status Exempt Compensation Detail $92,830.40 - $129,958.40 / year Benefits Eligible Yes Schedule Full Time Hours/Pay Period 80 Schedule Details M-F, business hours. This is a hybrid position and must be located within 100 miles of the Rochester, MN Mayo Clinic campus for onsite expectations a minimum of 50% of the time. Weekend Schedule As needed International Assignment No Site Description Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. Equal Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Recruiter Maggie Kramer