This strategic role is responsible for cultivating and maintaining relationships with media across the service region, managing all earned media efforts, and implementing the organization's public relations campaigns. The Director will assist in the development of comprehensive internal and external strategic messaging that supports the health system's mission and strategic priorities.

Education required: Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field

Experience:

• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive communications experience, with at least 3 years in healthcare or complex organizational environments
• Demonstrated expertise in media relations with proven track record or securing positive media coverage
• Crisis communication experience, including managing high-stakes situations and sensitive organizational issues
• Experience developing and executing strategic communication plans for large organizations
• Proven success managing executive communication for C-suites leaders

Additional Skills/Abilities:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with ability to craft compelling narratives for diverse audiences
• Strong media relations skills. Established relationships with regional and state media preferred
• Strategic thinking with ability to anticipate issues and develop proactive communication approaches
• Sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build relationships across all organizational levels
• Proficiency with media monitoring tools, communication platforms, and digital communication channels
• Understanding of healthcare industry dynamics, regulatory environment, and sensitivity to HIPAA requirements

Highlights of our hospitals

Huntsville Hospital was recently named Best Regional Hospital and #2 in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report. With 971 beds, a specialized Orthopedic & Spine Tower, a Level III Regional Neonatal ICU, and the largest Emergency Department and Level 1 Trauma Center in the state with our own specialized Red Shirt Trauma Program, there are many opportunities to apply your knowledge and skills. We are a certified Primary Stroke Center and named "One of the Top 100 Hospitals in the Nation with Great Heart Programs." From six cath labs and four EP labs to multiple medical and step-down units, you can continually grow your skillset! We offer a training center on campus for continuing education, Shared Governance Program, Clinical Ladder for professional development, The Daisy Award, and if  you are a new grad, a Nurse Residency Program to help you transition from student to professional nurse. We care about you and your well-being by offering an excellent benefits package, childcare, health and wellness programs, an onsite employee pharmacy, a free health clinic, tuition assistance, and much more. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are a partner to the U.S. Army’s Partnership for Your Success (PaYS) program. 
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Huntsville Hospital Benefits:

We are committed to providing competitive benefits. Our benefits package for eligible employees includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending; short term and long term disability; several retirement account options with 401K organization match; nurse residency program; tuition assistance; student loan reimbursement; On-site training and education opportunities; Employee Discounts to phone providers, local restaurants, tickets to shows, apartment application and much more!

 Learn more about Huntsville Hospital Health System:

• Careers: https://careers.hhsys.org/careers-home
• Benefits: https://careers.hhsys.org/us/en/benefits
• Education & Professional Development: https://www.huntsvillehospital.org/education
• Life In Huntsville: https://www.huntsvillehospital.org/about-huntsville-al