The Divisions of Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, Pediatric Pulmonary, Sleep, and Asthma Medicine, and Quality of Life and Pediatric Palliative Care are seeking a Temporary Communications Specialist to lead the development and execution of digital strategies to enhance the visibility, engagement, and brand presence of the three divisions. This role will oversee content creation, social media management, stakeholder engagement, website management, and internal/external communications. The ideal candidate is a creative, strategic thinker with a passion for storytelling, and data driven decision making. This is a 6 month temporary and hybrid position with an expectation to be onsite at least 2x a week. The Division is a growing team, including long-tenured faculty, staff, and leadership. The division's activities reach all parts of the mission: patient care, education, and research. The Temp Communications Specialist will have a great deal of exposure to all these areas and will be communicating with a broad range of individuals at the executive level, both internally and externally. Within the Division, there is a strong operations team of about 30 people. We are a supportive group that prioritizes well-being, with many team events and opportunities for professional development and personal growth. We value balancing home and work life. We foster an environment that leads to fulfilling and rewarding careers at Stanford University for all staff. The Temp Communications Specialist will also be part of the Department of Pediatrics, the second-largest Department in the School. The Department hosts many events and training opportunities and is a place where staff are nurtured. Please check out our website and social media channels below.

PCCM Division Website:

https://med.stanford.edu/pedcriticalcare.html

Pulmonary Division Website:

https://med.stanford.edu/pedpulmonary/Homepage.html

Palliative Division Website:

https://med.stanford.edu/pedpalliative.

html Duties include:

Newsletters Maintain the existing newsletter schedule for all three divisions using Constant Contact. Update templates and recurring sections; collect and import content; check links; test, obtain approvals, schedule, and send newsletters. Monitor newsletter submission forms and manage time-sensitive placements according to established deadlines and approval processes. Websites and distribution lists Complete routine updates in AEM and Stanford Sites, prioritizing event pages, registration information, faculty and staff pages, programs, and other time-sensitive content. Support communications-related onboarding and offboarding updates for faculty and staff. Monitor distribution-list requests; make routine membership and moderator changes; create new lists using documented procedures; and escalate access, ownership, or policy issues. Communications support Provide agreed-upon promotional support for events, including newsletter placements, social posts, website updates, email reminders, and post-event highlights. Maintain communications calendars, content and website trackers, and event records so deadlines, owners, assets, approvals, and statuses remain clear. Triage incoming communications requests, gather approvals and assets, route items to the appropriate owner, and flag risks or conflicts early. Social media Maintain a consistent presence across division channels, prioritizing events, faculty accomplishments, research highlights, division news, and time-sensitive announcements. Use the established content calendar and evergreen content bank to prepare and schedule routine posts and coordinate required copy and assets. Maintain basic performance reporting and regularly coordinate with Stanford Children's Marketing to identify news and cross-promotion opportunities. Escalate sensitive topics, media requests, urgent announcements, and reputation concerns through established channels.

• - Other duties may also be assigned

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in healthcare, academia or research-driven organizations.
• Proven ability to develop and lead comprehensive communication strategies.
• Experience working with multiple stakeholders, including faculty, researchers, and administrators.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

(REQUIRED): Bachelor's degree and minimum 1 year of relevant experience or a combination of education and relevant experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

(REQUIRED):

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to build lasting relationships and strong communities; customer focus.
• Knowledge of the web, technology, social platforms, current and future trends.
• Highly organized and creative.
• Ability to work independently to meet expected deadlines and schedules.
• Demonstrated team player.

Pay:

$36.00 - $38.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Palo Alto, CA 94304