Communications Coordinator

Company: UF Health
Location: Gainesville
Posted on: September 12, 2023

Job Description:

Full/Part Time: Full-TimeDepartment: Strategic CommunicationsShift/Days: 8 a.m - 5 p.m., Monday-FridayJob Opening SummaryThe communications coordinator generates and edits content for a variety of multimedia communications efforts, including newsletters/publications, the employee intranet, our public-facing website, e-newsletters, executive communications and more. Develops and implements strategic communications and PR plans and campaigns with various "clients" (clinical and operational leaders from throughout the hospital and academic health system). Supports UF Health Communications leadership with proactive business or operational announcements, as well as fast response to sensitive current or emerging issues. Works with UF Health Communications and UF Health leadership to support emergency preparedness communication efforts. Cultivates and maintains positive working relationships with hospital leadership, directors, staff and physicians to stay abreast of hospital news. Collaborates with photographers, videographers and graphic designers on a consistent basis to develop materials needed in print, online, digital, video and web. Assists with promotion and event support for large-scale systemwide events.Job Opening QualificationsMinimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in public relations, journalism or communications.
• Minimum of three years of relevant experience.
• Must have excellent editing skills, deep knowledge of AP style and ability to craft compelling stories for a variety of media.
• Must be able to demonstrate ability to communicate well with others and work independently under pressure to consistently achieve desired results.
• Must be able to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Cloud-based design platforms, such as Canva, and other basic computer proficiencies preferred.Motor Vehicle Operator Designation:Employees in this position will operate vehicles for an assigned business purpose as a "non-frequent driver."NOTE: A frequent driver is defined as one who uses his/her personal or Shands automobile a) at least once daily, b) at least five individual trips per week or c) drives, on average, over 150 miles per week in the performance of his/her job.Minimum Pay Rate - Hourly: $22.95Midpoint Pay Rate - Hourly: $32.18

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