Marketing Specialist

The Iowa Clinic is hiring a Marketing Specialist. This role will support the marketing and business teams to execute internal and external communications. The incumbent will be responsible for managing the intranet, weekly employee newsletters, managing The Iowa Clinic Healthcare Foundation events, and support internal departments with branding and marketing needs. This position requires creativity, organization, strong problem-solving skill and is able to manage multiple projects and tasks with aggressive deadlines.   

Qualifications   

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, public relations or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in developing and executing internal and external communication strategies preferred. Demonstrated computer competency required. Proficiency in Microsoft software such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint preferred. Experience with InDesign and Photoshop skills a plus!
• Strong interpersonal skills with an enthusiastic, high-energy personality.    
• Must be adaptable to a fast paced and changing department and have the personality and demeanor to recover from unexpected outcomes.    
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in English with people from diverse professional, educational and lifestyle backgrounds both orally and in writing.     
• Ability to read and write legibly and understand/follow written and verbal directions.     
• Must demonstrate ability to utilize a computer including effective utilization of word processing, spreadsheet, and graphics software.     
• Requires organizational and self-motivational skills in prioritizing and managing multiple tasks.     
• Must demonstrate ability to utilize effective decision-making and problem-solving techniques.     
• Ability to work with physicians, management, staff, external vendors and the media both independently and interdependently.    

Essential Functions   

• Strong understanding of functionality and application of internal and external communication strategies, focusing on employee communications and culture.
• Writes creative, clear, concise, results oriented copy for a variety of communications mediums.
• Manages internal web content management (Intranet)
• Work with HR team to clearly communicate and help recruit top talent to The Iowa Clinic.
• Assists in the planning and execution of various internal and external Iowa Clinic and Iowa Clinic Healthcare Foundation events including holiday party, employee appreciation event, provider events and volunteer opportunities.
• Works collaboratively with team members using online project management system Asana.
• Processes invoices and credit cards as needed.
• Demonstrates ability to consistently meet the department work schedule and project deadlines.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient and corporate/physician financial information
• Promotes a positive, professional image of The Iowa Clinic both internally and externally.  Promotes positive interpersonal relations and serves as a role model with all personnel.
• Participates in Company sponsored marketing events.