Sr. Internal Communications Specialist
Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, TX, United States
Job Description
We’re looking for a Senior Internal Communications Specialist, someone who’s ready to be part of a growing team with amazing opportunities. In this position, you’ll assist in shaping and executing internal communication strategies that strengthen employee understanding of the hospital’s mission, priorities and culture. This role partners closely with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to provide counsel,
develop clear and compelling content and manage communication channels that drive engagement, build organizational ambassadors and inspire employees to take action.
Think you’ve got what it takes?
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Leads and executes enterprise-wide internal communications strategy aligned with organizational goals
Manages complex communications projects end-to-end, including planning, stakeholder alignment, timelines and delivery across multiple channels
Crafts high-quality, audience-focused communications including leadership messages, intranet content, talking points, video scripts, presentations and campaign materials
Manages and optimizes internal communication channels (e.g., intranet, newsletters, digital signage, email, town halls)
Builds strong relationships with clinical, research, operational and administrative partners to understand their communication needs
Provides strategic counsel to leaders, including support during high-priority or sensitive communications
Supports crisis communications, helping develop clear, timely messaging in fast-moving situations
Develops initiatives that foster employee connection, recognition and engagement
Tracks and analyzes communication performance metrics and prepare regular metric reports
Skills & Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in public relations, journalism, communications or related field required
4 years of experience with internal communications, corporate communications, or employee engagement required
Demonstrated project management experience, including managing multiple priorities, timelines and stakeholders
Experience supporting crisis communications or issues management preferred
Experience in healthcare, nonprofit or mission-driven organizations preferred
Change management communication experience preferred
About Us Since 1954, Texas Children’s has been leading the charge in patient care, education and research to accelerate health care for children and women around the world. When you love what you do, it truly shows in the smiles of our patient families, employees and our numerous accolades such as being consistently ranked as the best children’s hospital in Texas, and among the top in the nation by U.S. News & World Report as well as recognition from Houston Business Journal as one of this city’s Best Places to Work for ten consecutive years. Texas Children’s comprehensive health care network includes our primary hospital in the Texas Medical Center with expertise in over 40 pediatric subspecialties; the Jan and Dan Duncan Neurological Research Institute (NRI); the Feigin Tower for pediatric research; Texas Children’s Pavilion for Women, a comprehensive obstetrics/gynecology facility focusing on high‑risk births; Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus, a community hospital in suburban West Houston; Texas Children’s Hospital The Woodlands, the first hospital devoted to children’s care for communities north of Houston; and Texas Children’s Hospital North Austin, the new state‑of‑the‑art facility providing world‑class pediatric and maternal care to Austin and Central Texas families. We have also created Texas Children’s Health Plan, the nation’s first HMO focused on children; Texas Children’s Pediatrics, the largest pediatric primary care network in the country; Texas Children’s Urgent Care clinics that specialize in after‑hours care tailored specifically for children; and a global health program that is channeling care to children and women all over the world. Texas Children’s Hospital is affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine, one of the largest, most diverse and successful pediatric programs in the nation.
To join our community of 15,000 dedicated team members, visit texaschildrenspeople.org for career opportunities.
Texas Children’s is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at Texas Children’s without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.
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We’re looking for a Senior Internal Communications Specialist, someone who’s ready to be part of a growing team with amazing opportunities. In this position, you’ll assist in shaping and executing internal communication strategies that strengthen employee understanding of the hospital’s mission, priorities and culture. This role partners closely with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to provide counsel,
develop clear and compelling content and manage communication channels that drive engagement, build organizational ambassadors and inspire employees to take action.
Think you’ve got what it takes?
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Leads and executes enterprise-wide internal communications strategy aligned with organizational goals
Manages complex communications projects end-to-end, including planning, stakeholder alignment, timelines and delivery across multiple channels
Crafts high-quality, audience-focused communications including leadership messages, intranet content, talking points, video scripts, presentations and campaign materials
Manages and optimizes internal communication channels (e.g., intranet, newsletters, digital signage, email, town halls)
Builds strong relationships with clinical, research, operational and administrative partners to understand their communication needs
Provides strategic counsel to leaders, including support during high-priority or sensitive communications
Supports crisis communications, helping develop clear, timely messaging in fast-moving situations
Develops initiatives that foster employee connection, recognition and engagement
Tracks and analyzes communication performance metrics and prepare regular metric reports
Skills & Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in public relations, journalism, communications or related field required
4 years of experience with internal communications, corporate communications, or employee engagement required
Demonstrated project management experience, including managing multiple priorities, timelines and stakeholders
Experience supporting crisis communications or issues management preferred
Experience in healthcare, nonprofit or mission-driven organizations preferred
Change management communication experience preferred
About Us Since 1954, Texas Children’s has been leading the charge in patient care, education and research to accelerate health care for children and women around the world. When you love what you do, it truly shows in the smiles of our patient families, employees and our numerous accolades such as being consistently ranked as the best children’s hospital in Texas, and among the top in the nation by U.S. News & World Report as well as recognition from Houston Business Journal as one of this city’s Best Places to Work for ten consecutive years. Texas Children’s comprehensive health care network includes our primary hospital in the Texas Medical Center with expertise in over 40 pediatric subspecialties; the Jan and Dan Duncan Neurological Research Institute (NRI); the Feigin Tower for pediatric research; Texas Children’s Pavilion for Women, a comprehensive obstetrics/gynecology facility focusing on high‑risk births; Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus, a community hospital in suburban West Houston; Texas Children’s Hospital The Woodlands, the first hospital devoted to children’s care for communities north of Houston; and Texas Children’s Hospital North Austin, the new state‑of‑the‑art facility providing world‑class pediatric and maternal care to Austin and Central Texas families. We have also created Texas Children’s Health Plan, the nation’s first HMO focused on children; Texas Children’s Pediatrics, the largest pediatric primary care network in the country; Texas Children’s Urgent Care clinics that specialize in after‑hours care tailored specifically for children; and a global health program that is channeling care to children and women all over the world. Texas Children’s Hospital is affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine, one of the largest, most diverse and successful pediatric programs in the nation.
To join our community of 15,000 dedicated team members, visit texaschildrenspeople.org for career opportunities.
Texas Children’s is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at Texas Children’s without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.
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