For Grinnell and Des Moines, define comprehensive communications and marketing strategies that support UnityPoint Health’s mission and vision. Provide leadership, consultation and expertise in one or more key functional areas of marketing, public relations and/or communications to include but not limited to:  media relations, public relations, special events, marketing, internal communications.  Attend events on location for stated locations. 

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:      

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.   

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Marketing Communications Service Line Management
• Participates in projects to develop communication plans, evaluation methods and creative direction.
• Work with local departments on activities to achieve business and market goals.
• Requires highly developed communication skills using independent judgement and decision making to effectively work with all levels of management throughout UnityPoint Health Des Moines’ mission and vision. 
• Works independently, takes initiative and possesses good organizational abilities.
• Exercises sound judgment, seeking advice when appropriate.
• Contribute to the successful creation of marketing campaigns.
• Coordinate community special events, programs and seminars.
Internal and External Relationship Management
• Build effective relationships with the media and/or community contacts and internal stakeholders.
• Participates in projects that support communications and marketing efforts.
Crisis Communication/Issues Management
• This position may be assigned a specific mission to address in an emergency situation to assist in disaster response and recovery as part of the Hospital Emergency Incident Command System.  Situations of a critical nature may require an individual to perform multiple tasks until additional support can be obtained.
• Performs functions other than described due to extenuating circumstances.

Education:
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Emphasis in journalism, communication, public relations or marketing. preferred.
Experience:
• Requires 1 to 3 years of communications, public relations and/or marketing experience.
• Internship experience in a related field can be taken into consideration.
License(s)/Certification(s):
• Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.