JOB DESCRIPTION

This is a remote position. You must be willing to reside in the state of California, and have a primary work site in the state of California, to be considered for this position.

Purpose Statement/Position Summary: As a senior member of the Development Communications team within Marketing and Communications, the Lead Communications Specialist (Development Comms) works extensively with institutional leaders (C-suite, Foundation, service lines, faculty, research, etc.) to develop and implement communication strategies and tactics to drive donations and donor stewardship while furthering CHLA’s reputation and support of enterprise initiatives and goals.

Minimum Qualifications/Work Experience: Minimum 10 years’ experience as a communications professional with at least 2 years’ experience developing and executing strategic development communication efforts as a project leader. Experience in an academic medical center or other health care non-profit setting required. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Excel; familiarity with project management platforms (such as Adobe Workfront). Strong people and project management skills, the ability to define success criteria, identify project risks, opportunities and core stakeholders and effectively adhere to timelines and changing priorities. Excellent writing, editing and grammar skills with superior attention to detail and ability to organize complex information into cohesive communications. Must demonstrate a thorough understanding of effective marketing communications principles and standards through their previous experience and body of work. Analytical abilities that demonstrate identifying challenges and developing effective resolutions in a fast-paced, strategic marketing organization.

Education/Licensure/Certification: Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, English, organizational development, or related discipline required; Master’s degree preferred

Pay Scale Information

USD $80,288.00 – USD $144,518.40

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Ranked among the top 10 pediatric hospitals in the nation, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) provides the best care for kids in California.

Here world-class experts in medicine, education and research work together to deliver family-centered care half a million times each year. From primary to complex critical care, more than 350 programs and services are offered, each one specially designed for children.

The CHLA of the future is brighter than can be imagined. Investments in technology, research and innovation will create care that is personal, convenient and empowering. Our scientists will work with clinical experts to take laboratory discoveries and create treatments that are a perfect match for every patient. And together, CHLA team members will turn health care into health transformation.

Join a hospital where the work you do will matter—to you, to your colleagues, and above all, to our patients and families. The work will be challenging, but always rewarding.