Regional Communications Specialist

Could This Be For You:

We are seeking a Regional Communications Specialist for Chicago area. This position will help toshare the stories of the incredible patients we have the honor of serving as they pursue their passions.

In this purpose-driven role, you will report into Hanger’s national PR and Communications Team and partner with regional-based leadership to develop and implement comprehensive communications strategies specific to region and market-based plans, including but not limited to: the creation and management of region-specific social media channels, the management of proactive and reactive media opportunities, maintaining region and market-specific webpages, and collaborating on community events. The Midwest Region covers Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, and the majority of Missouri, and the ideal candidate will be located in the greater Chicago area.

Your Impact:

• Work with the External Communications Manager to plan and implement external communications activities to advance the region’s communication goals and meet strategic objectives. 
• Develop, track, and report on KPIs associated with strategic plans. 
• Manage local media relations, including both proactive and reactive opportunities.
• Manage the region’s social media accounts, including drafting engaging content and connecting with audiences. 
• Manage and update region and market-specific webpages. 
• Develop and maintain a communications schedule for continuous community engagement and media/editorial content. 
• Manage and keep up-to-date the region’s digital media archive and press clips. 
• Collaborate on local community events, working with budgets and in coordination with vendors.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Journalism or similar field
• 3 - 5 years of relevant experience

Additional Success Factors:

• Knowledge of principles, techniques and methods of public relations 
• Experience in social media administration for a business including: planning, engagement strategy and goal setting; publishing schedules; development of online reputation; reputation management; and content management (including website) 
• Ability to field inquiries from the press 
• Ability to use analytics to improve decision-making 
• Ability to manage multiple projects with changing priorities to produce committed results with quality on schedule 
• Ability to deliver information in a clear, concise and compelling manner to effectively engage others and achieve desired results 
• Excellent writing, proofing and editorial skills. Fluent in AP Style 
• Detail-oriented with outstanding organizational and time-management skills 
• Ability to prioritize projects according to enterprise objectives, while exhibiting flexibility in a fast-paced, often pressured environment 
• Ability to build effective relationships as a trusted communications advisor and to partner with employees at all levels 
• Capable of understanding perspectives of multiple audiences and able to develop content focused on the specific needs of each audience

Our Investment In You:

Employees working at least 20 hours per week are eligible for the following benefits:

• Competitive Pay 
• Health Insurance 
• Dental Insurance 
• Vision Insurance 
• 8 Paid Holidays per Year 
• Paid Vacation Time Off 
• Paid Sick Time Off 
• 8 hours of paid time to volunteer in your community 
• Floating Holiday 
• Life Insurance 
• Medical Flex Spend Account 
• Dependent Care Flex Spend Account 
• Free employee assistance program 
• 401(k) 
• Full-time employees are also eligible for short-term and long-term disability insurance