Director, Public Relations

One world.  One Workforce.  One Mission.

One health care organization has been a consistent leader in making meaningful contributions to improve global, local, workplace and clinical environments; to being of service to our planet, our community, our employees, and our patients.  Legacy Health System is that organization.

You can be proud to work at Legacy – we take social responsibility seriously.  We know that in order to be a success, the communities we serve also need to be healthy and successful.  This is why we go beyond our facilities to help serve the greater good of our surrounding communities.  In 2007, we donated more than $127 million for services to people in need, plus an additional $21.8 million in benefits to the community.  We strive to offer quality, safe healthcare, and we understand the importance of being good citizens.

Healthcare excellence and geographic location are two qualities that define Legacy Health System. Legacy provides unrivaled quality of care throughout the greater Portland metropolitan area – from Salmon Creek Hospital in Vancouver, Washington, to Legacy Meridian Park Hospital, located just 20 minutes from downtown Portland in Tualatin, to Gresham, where Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center is found, to Legacy Emanuel and Legacy Good Samaritan hospitals in Portland’s inner core.  Our multiple hospital sites create an opportunity to select the lifestyle option of your choice, from the trendy urban style of downtown Portland, to more family-centered suburbs with great school options. 

Director, Public Relations

Legacy Health System is looking for an experienced Director of Public Relations to develop and implement public relations and communications plans that are consistent with the organization’s mission, vision and goals and that enhance the system’s status in regards to the media, the community and employees.  The selected individual will help position the system brand in the marketplace.  Will be responsible for planning and directing day-to-day public relations and corporate communications operations of the system. Is responsible for systemwide media relations, special events, corporate communications, and issues management under the leadership of the Vice President. Will collaborate with internal communications, community relations, creative services, and marketing staff as appropriate. Supervises a team that may include public relations specialists, media relations specialists, and other specialists. Serves as chief communications officer in the absence of the system vice president for community relations and marketing.

To be considered, you must have a Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications, journalism or related field or equivalent experience required; a masters degree is highly preferred. A minimum of ten years of experience in public relations and/or marketing is required, including 3-5 years of supervisory experience.  Healthcare experience is helpful, but not required. Accreditation in Public Relations Certification (APR) or Accredited in Business Communications (ABC) is preferred, but not required.

The Pacific Northwest is easily the most spectacular part of the US.  Portland, Oregon is more than a location...it’s a destination.  We’re surrounded by natural beauty, sitting in the shadow of snow-capped Mt. Hood, nestled against the majestic Columbia River Gorge and a short drive from the Pacific Ocean.  The metropolitan area has 37,000 acres of parks and 60 miles of hiking trails.  Portland has more biking lanes per mile than any city in the US.  Recreational opportunities are limitless, with golfing, skiing, biking, hiking, rafting, windsurfing, camping, boating, tennis or hunting and fishing. 

As a nationally known and respected health care provider, Legacy Health System offers a competitive salary and benefits package.  Applications are required and can be accessed through our website at www.legacyhealth.jobs   Please reference position number 100507 when applying.  To send additional materials, send an email to khawes@lhs.org .  AA/EOE

One world. One mission. One Legacy.