Full-Time Communication Specialist II, Public Relations
Job Description
UPMC Corporate is hiring a Communications Specialist II, Public Relations to join our team at the US Steel Tower! The role will work Monday through Friday during the hours of 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
In this role, you will be working closely with the Senior Manager to support and execute media relations strategies for assigned projects/beats. This position researches, develops, and promotes positive stories primarily for external audiences to advance UPMC’s mission. The Communications Specialist II also writes, edits and produces a variety of media relations content, including press releases, blog posts, and other social media material, following appropriate style and brand guidelines. Additionally, the Communications Specialist II assists with a wide variety of departmental support functions to ensure proper media reporting, news release distribution and other activities as required.
Do you have at least one year of experience in communications or media relations? If so, this could be the next step in your career. Apply today to be considered!
Responsibilities:
- Provide media relations support as assigned for UPMC service lines and facilities.
- Field media requests and proactively identify and pitch positive stories to local, national and trade media.
- Write and edit media materials following AP style.
- Serve as communication liaison to internal clients, providing consultation and strategic communications planning where appropriate.
- Manage projects of increasing complexity, sensitivity, or importance to the organization.
- Assist with press release distribution, web posting, media reports and other department-wide support activities as required.
- Take responsibility for approvals and accuracy of information communicated.
- Handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize projects appropriately.
- Demonstrate service-oriented behavior in interactions with clients and co-workers
- Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, communications, or a related field required.
- Minimum of one year of experience in a communications or public relations position or related field.
- Must have knowledge of traditional and digital communications best practices, excellent communication, multitasking, organizational, research/interviewing, writing, grammar, and interpersonal skills.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
- Act 34
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
How to Apply
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