Program & Communications Specialist - Johns Hopkins Hospital : Job Details

Requisition ID: 116279

Program & Communications Specialist

Under the direction of the Division Administrator, we are seeking a Program & Communications Specialist who will be responsible for providing communication and related administrative support to the Division of Nephrology. The Program & Communications Specialist will work closely with the Administrative Specialist in the Division, providing communications related support for projects and operational activities. Will act as a backup to the Administrative Specialist and serve as an administrative representative to the Division as needed. The Program & Communications Specialist will create thoughtful and engaging content and manage projects that amplify the mission and work of the Division. The Specialist will generate and execute cross-platform communications plans, develop strategic messaging and track engagement.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

* Coordinate content for messaging across platforms. Establish production calendars and maintain timelines.

* Develop messaging and manage social media, including engagement metrics. Coordinate with other JHU communications teams to amplify messaging.

* Manage media tracking from interview request through dissemination. Manage web content.

* Assist with History of Nephrology Project.

* Assist Administrative Specialist with collecting and organizing data relating to Kidney Center grant.

* Generate and maintain active Nephrology related lists relating, but not limited to active CV's, computer tracking, order tracking, faculty email lists.

* Help generate schedules and meetings.

* Assist with any visiting faculty, creating/adjusting schedules.

* Provide/act as backup to Administrative Specialist on other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

* Ability to stand, move about or sit for an extended period of time.

* Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard.

* Ability to see within normal parameters.

* Ability to hear within normal range.

* Ability to lift 25 pounds.

Minimum Qualifications

* Bachelor's Degree in related field.

* Two years related experience.

* Additional education may substitute for required experience, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications

* Demonstrated ability to write engaging content clearly and concisely. Experience with web content management.

* Experience with social media and communications platforms.

* Prior/working knowledge of Microsoft office software.

* Experience with Graphic Design Software (Canva, photoshop)

* Highly organized and detail oriented. Must be able to work independently.

* Ability to manage multiple projects successfully. Proactive in anticipating communications needs.

Classified Title: Communications Specialist

Job Posting Title (Working Title): Program & Communications Specialist

Role/Level/Range: ATP/03/PB

Starting Salary Range: $46,200 - $80,800 Annually ($62,000 targeted; Commensurate with experience)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: M-F; 8:30-5:00

Exempt Status: Exempt

Location: School of Medicine Campus

Department name: SOM DOM Nephrology

Personnel area: School of Medicine

Total Rewards

The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University's salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here:

Education and Experience Equivalency

Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

Applicants Completing Studies

Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

Diversity and Inclusion

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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Vaccine Requirements

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