Community Relations Specialist

Position Summary

CRS will assist with efforts to increase public awareness of whole body donation including grassroots marketing, media relations, association involvement and other public relations efforts.  The CRS will work closely with the Director of Community Relations to implement strategic marketing plan initiatives to ensure consistency in nationwide program.

Experience and Requirements

 

· Bachelor’s Degree Required

· Two Plus years previous marketing or community relations experience preferably in healthcare, hospice  or blood/organ donation

· Knowledge of Associated Press style and Microsoft software.

· Proven track record of adhering to company policy and exceeding performance standards.

· Proven ability to work well with autonomy.

· Ability to function successfully in a team environment.

· Ability to professionally manage confidential information.

· Experience in healthcare or medical science.

· Individual who is self-motivated, professional, and detail-oriented, with excellent oral and written communication skills

· Commitment to superior quality and professional service

· Supportive of the mission, vision, values of Science Care

· All experience requirements to be approved by Director of Community Relations

 

Position Elements

 

Required ElementsImplement marketing and community relations activities with the direction of the Director of Community RelationsCoordinate local events calendar including staffing, materials, promotional items, etc.Participate in local and national events to educate the public about whole body donation and Science Care.Manage relationships with local hospice facilities, funeral homes, hospitals and related organizations to maintain and build Science Care’s grass roots marketing efforts.Work with local media for story placement, calendar listings and advertising opportunities.Monitor client satisfaction surveys and recommend areas of improvement.

 

Personal Elements:

· Demonstrated knowledge of customer care through professionalism and quality service.

· Self-motivated, adapts well to a quickly changing environment

· Professional with great attention to detail and the ability to work at a fast pace enviroment.

· A true team player who has the ability to be flexible and do what is best for the organization.

· Flexible schedule and willingness to do whatever it takes to get the job done.

· High standards of excellence.

· Excellent communication skills.

· Multi-tasking skills – capable of handling many tasks at once and not losing attention to detail.

· Must have strong oral and written communication and have the ability to work through difficult situations with professionalism and diplomacy.

· Ability to follow directions, interact with internal and external partners, understand and to follow procedures and to accept constructive criticism.

· Computer Skills: MS Word, MS Excel, Internet, MS Access, MS Power Point

· Someone who is passionate about improving life.