Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences · 1 week ago
Public Relations Specialist
Yakima,WA,US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$48K/yr - $72K/yr
1+ years expPacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) is a non-profit medical institution aimed at increasing access to healthcare in underserved areas. They are seeking a Public Relations Specialist to assist the Marketing and Communications department in promoting PNWU’s mission and vision through various media and engagement content.
EducationNon ProfitUniversities
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Researches and creates stories and content for emails, websites, publications, social media, digital ads, and speeches
Develops content for social media on various channels. Monitors social media channels and responds to comments
Plans and executes PR strategies to promote University initiatives, such as academic research and program recruitment, to external and internal audiences
Coordinates media relations, builds relationships with media contacts, proposes stories, distributes press releases, and schedules media interviews with University representatives; performs regular media training for campus representatives
Manages crisis and emergency communications as needed
Performs other related duties as assigned and based on departmental need
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, journalism or related field
1-3 years of experience
Skill in effective communication (both written and oral)
Skill in independent decision making
Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
Skill in problem solving
Skill in public speaking
Knowledge of computer and network operating systems
Knowledge of customer service principles and practices
Knowledge of project management principles, processes, and techniques
Ability to maintain professional composure in emergent and crisis situations
Ability to operate relevant equipment required to complete assigned responsibilities for the position
Benefits
Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
403b with Roth Option
Paid Holidays
Company
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences provides education and training for health care professionals.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$12MKey Investors
Delta Dental of Washington
2023-10-24Grant· $12M
Leadership Team
Ann Hittle
CFO
Adam Story
Chief Development Officer
Recent News
Yakima Herald-Republic
2024-11-30
NonStop Local Tri-Cities/Yakima
2024-11-30
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