Houston Dose is hiring: Senior Communication Specialist in Houston
Houston Dose, Houston, TX, United States
What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas' resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That's where you come in.
The UTHealth Department of Internal Medicine is seeking a Senior Communications Specialist to support the Chair's Office through strategic, department‑wide communications and operational coordination.
This role is responsible for developing and managing key communication initiatives including a monthly departmental newsletter, website content and maintenance, and internal information resources, while collaborating closely with faculty and leadership across research, education, clinical, financial, and administrative missions.
The ideal candidate brings a strong communications background paired with hands‑on administrative experience and is comfortable contributing to both high‑impact messaging efforts and day‑to‑day administrative support within a dynamic academic medicine environment.
Once you join us you won't want to leave. It's because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you'd expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.)
Benefits
100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
The longer you stay, the more vacation you'll accrue
Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan
We take care of our employees. As a world-renowned institution, our employees' wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...
Free financial and legal counseling
Free mental health counseling services
Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
Resources for child and elder care
Plus many more
Position Summary
Conceives, develops and manages a broad range of high quality, high-level communications for multiple audiences through writing and editing, communications strategy, and provides editorial counsel and communication strategy to faculty, leadership and staff.
Position Key Accountabilities
Responsible for overall project management as assigned.
Conducts interviews with faculty, staff and other appropriate sources, such as donors, patients and executive leadership, sometimes concerning sensitive information.
Generates ideas for communication strategies and develops related promotional plans, tactics and materials.
Builds strong relationships and collaborates with key partners, news makers and news generators.
Writes news stories, feature articles for publication.
Writes and/or assists with scripts and/or speech writing as needed.
May serve as editor and/or content manager of various communication vehicles: print brochures, internal communications, web publications and/or social media channels.
May coordinate internal communications campaigns.
May interact with corporate or community representatives as a representative of UTHealth.
Serves as integral part of crisis communications for the university.
Works in partnership with all teams in Public Affairs.
Will post content when necessary to UTHealth websites, internal and external.
Other duties as assigned
Certification/Skills
Superior written and verbal communication skills
Proven feature writing, speech writing and news writing skills
Knowledge of content management system skills preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Outlook
Strong knowledge of AP Style
Photography and video skills preferred
Minimum Education
Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications or allied field.
Minimum Experience
Five years of experience in public relations, communications, writing/editing or related field.
Physical Requirements
Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
Security Sensitive
This position is a security‑sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code 51.215 and Texas Government Code.
To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired for and to continue to be employed in that position. Personnel in such positions, and similarly situated state contractors, will be routinely reviewed to determine whether things such as criminal history or continuous connections to the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the applicant, employee, or contractor from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. A foreign adversary is a nation listed in 15 C.F.R. 791.4.
Residency Requirement
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
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In Summary: The Senior Communications Specialist is responsible for developing and managing key communication initiatives . The ideal candidate brings a strong communications background paired with hands‑on administrative experience . The position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code 51.215 and Texas Government Code .
En Español: Lo que hacemos aquí cambia el mundo. UTHealth Houston es el recurso de Texas para la educación sanitaria, la innovación, el descubrimiento científico y la excelencia en la atención al paciente. Es ahí donde entra usted. El Departamento de Medicina Interna de UTH está buscando un Especialista en Comunicaciones Senior para apoyar a la Oficina del Presidente a través de comunicaciones estratégicas y de coordinación operativa en todo el departamento. Este papel es responsable de desarrollar y gestionar iniciativas clave de comunicación, incluido un boletín mensual del departamento, contenido y mantenimiento del sitio web, y recursos de información interna, mientras colabora estrechamente con los profesores y el liderazgo en investigación, educación, misión clínica, financiera y administrativa. Nuestro paquete de recompensas totales incluye los beneficios que usted esperaría de una organización de atención médica superior (beneficios, seguros, etc.) Beneficios primas médicas pagadas al 100% para nuestros empleados a tiempo completo Tiempo libre generoso (vacaciones, día de licencia preventiva, tanto vacaciones como tiempo de enfermedad todo lo cual equivale a alrededor de 37-38 días al año) Cuanto más tiempo permanezca, más vacaciones acumulará Longevity Pay (pagos mensuales después de dos años de servicio) Construir su futuro con nuestro increíble plan de jubilación / pensiones Cuidamos de nuestros trabajadores. Ofrecemos servicios de trabajo/vida para múltiples públicos a través de redacción y edición, estrategia de comunicaciones, y proporciona asesoramiento editorial y estrategias de comunicación a profesores, directivos y personal. Cuentas clave Responsabilidades Responsables de gestión general del proyecto como asignado. Conducta entrevistas con los titulares de entretenimiento, alquiler de coches, teléfonos celulares, etc. Recursos para el cuidado de niños y ancianos Más muchos más Resumen de posición Concepte, desarrolla y gestiona una amplia gama de habilidades de comunicación de alta calidad, de alto nivel para múltiples audiencias a través del escritura y la edición, la estrategia comunicativa, y provee asesoría editorial y la estratégia de comunicación al profesorado, liderazgo y el personal. Responsabilidades clave Responsabilidad para la gestión general de proyectos como asignada. Conduce entrevistes con fuentes adecuadas, tales como donantes, pacientes y personal de salud, a veces en relación con la información. El personal en dichos puestos, y los contratistas estatales situados de manera similar, serán revisados rutinariamente para determinar si cosas como antecedentes criminales o conexiones continuas con el gobierno o el aparato político de un adversario extranjero podrían impedir que el solicitante, empleado o contratista pueda mantener la seguridad o la integridad de la infraestructura. Un adversario externo es una nación enumerada en 15 C.F.R. 791.4.
The UTHealth Department of Internal Medicine is seeking a Senior Communications Specialist to support the Chair's Office through strategic, department‑wide communications and operational coordination.
This role is responsible for developing and managing key communication initiatives including a monthly departmental newsletter, website content and maintenance, and internal information resources, while collaborating closely with faculty and leadership across research, education, clinical, financial, and administrative missions.
The ideal candidate brings a strong communications background paired with hands‑on administrative experience and is comfortable contributing to both high‑impact messaging efforts and day‑to‑day administrative support within a dynamic academic medicine environment.
Once you join us you won't want to leave. It's because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you'd expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.)
Benefits
100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
The longer you stay, the more vacation you'll accrue
Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan
We take care of our employees. As a world-renowned institution, our employees' wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...
Free financial and legal counseling
Free mental health counseling services
Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
Resources for child and elder care
Plus many more
Position Summary
Conceives, develops and manages a broad range of high quality, high-level communications for multiple audiences through writing and editing, communications strategy, and provides editorial counsel and communication strategy to faculty, leadership and staff.
Position Key Accountabilities
Responsible for overall project management as assigned.
Conducts interviews with faculty, staff and other appropriate sources, such as donors, patients and executive leadership, sometimes concerning sensitive information.
Generates ideas for communication strategies and develops related promotional plans, tactics and materials.
Builds strong relationships and collaborates with key partners, news makers and news generators.
Writes news stories, feature articles for publication.
Writes and/or assists with scripts and/or speech writing as needed.
May serve as editor and/or content manager of various communication vehicles: print brochures, internal communications, web publications and/or social media channels.
May coordinate internal communications campaigns.
May interact with corporate or community representatives as a representative of UTHealth.
Serves as integral part of crisis communications for the university.
Works in partnership with all teams in Public Affairs.
Will post content when necessary to UTHealth websites, internal and external.
Other duties as assigned
Certification/Skills
Superior written and verbal communication skills
Proven feature writing, speech writing and news writing skills
Knowledge of content management system skills preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Outlook
Strong knowledge of AP Style
Photography and video skills preferred
Minimum Education
Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications or allied field.
Minimum Experience
Five years of experience in public relations, communications, writing/editing or related field.
Physical Requirements
Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
Security Sensitive
This position is a security‑sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code 51.215 and Texas Government Code.
To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired for and to continue to be employed in that position. Personnel in such positions, and similarly situated state contractors, will be routinely reviewed to determine whether things such as criminal history or continuous connections to the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the applicant, employee, or contractor from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. A foreign adversary is a nation listed in 15 C.F.R. 791.4.
Residency Requirement
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
In Summary: The Senior Communications Specialist is responsible for developing and managing key communication initiatives . The ideal candidate brings a strong communications background paired with hands‑on administrative experience . The position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code 51.215 and Texas Government Code .
En Español: Lo que hacemos aquí cambia el mundo. UTHealth Houston es el recurso de Texas para la educación sanitaria, la innovación, el descubrimiento científico y la excelencia en la atención al paciente. Es ahí donde entra usted. El Departamento de Medicina Interna de UTH está buscando un Especialista en Comunicaciones Senior para apoyar a la Oficina del Presidente a través de comunicaciones estratégicas y de coordinación operativa en todo el departamento. Este papel es responsable de desarrollar y gestionar iniciativas clave de comunicación, incluido un boletín mensual del departamento, contenido y mantenimiento del sitio web, y recursos de información interna, mientras colabora estrechamente con los profesores y el liderazgo en investigación, educación, misión clínica, financiera y administrativa. Nuestro paquete de recompensas totales incluye los beneficios que usted esperaría de una organización de atención médica superior (beneficios, seguros, etc.) Beneficios primas médicas pagadas al 100% para nuestros empleados a tiempo completo Tiempo libre generoso (vacaciones, día de licencia preventiva, tanto vacaciones como tiempo de enfermedad todo lo cual equivale a alrededor de 37-38 días al año) Cuanto más tiempo permanezca, más vacaciones acumulará Longevity Pay (pagos mensuales después de dos años de servicio) Construir su futuro con nuestro increíble plan de jubilación / pensiones Cuidamos de nuestros trabajadores. Ofrecemos servicios de trabajo/vida para múltiples públicos a través de redacción y edición, estrategia de comunicaciones, y proporciona asesoramiento editorial y estrategias de comunicación a profesores, directivos y personal. Cuentas clave Responsabilidades Responsables de gestión general del proyecto como asignado. Conducta entrevistas con los titulares de entretenimiento, alquiler de coches, teléfonos celulares, etc. Recursos para el cuidado de niños y ancianos Más muchos más Resumen de posición Concepte, desarrolla y gestiona una amplia gama de habilidades de comunicación de alta calidad, de alto nivel para múltiples audiencias a través del escritura y la edición, la estrategia comunicativa, y provee asesoría editorial y la estratégia de comunicación al profesorado, liderazgo y el personal. Responsabilidades clave Responsabilidad para la gestión general de proyectos como asignada. Conduce entrevistes con fuentes adecuadas, tales como donantes, pacientes y personal de salud, a veces en relación con la información. El personal en dichos puestos, y los contratistas estatales situados de manera similar, serán revisados rutinariamente para determinar si cosas como antecedentes criminales o conexiones continuas con el gobierno o el aparato político de un adversario extranjero podrían impedir que el solicitante, empleado o contratista pueda mantener la seguridad o la integridad de la infraestructura. Un adversario externo es una nación enumerada en 15 C.F.R. 791.4.