Media Relations Specialist - Communications Jobs Search Job Search Location: US:PA:HersheyWork Type: Full TimeFTE: 1.00Shift: DayHours: 8:00a - 5:00p, Monday through FridayRecruiter Contact: Garrett C. Kieffer at [emailprotected]SUMMARY OF POSITION:Remote position, with responsibilities for traveling to media interviews, events and meetings across the health system on a regular / as needed basis.This position is responsible for building and strengthening relationships with reporters, editors and news influencers to help maintain or enhance the organization reputation. The person in this role needs to be an expert at using technology to both find the right journalist for the story and to tell stories in a way compelling enough to encourage the reporter to retell it to the masses. This person should be able to follow news trends and likely stories to position the organization proactively to contribute to news of the day issues, be well spoken enough to serve as a spokesperson and PIO and be experienced enough to train on-staff subject matter experts on how to best approach and prepare for interactions with media.MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience requiredThree (3) years of relevant experience in media relations, PR, journalism, communications, or related field requiredWHY PENN STATE HEALTH?Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday, email [emailprotected] or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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