Public Relations Specialist

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OVERVIEW

The Public Relations Specialist supports proactive external communications initiatives and media relations, with an emphasis on brand and reputation management, as a member of DaVita’s corporate communications team. The ideal candidate will develop an understanding of DaVita’s business goals and apply creative, strategic thinking to deliver on brand-enhancing communications projects. Key duties include writing, developing and pitching media stories, coordinating external content strategy across channels, media monitoring and reporting, and project management, with the opportunity to support other high-impact communications special projects. This is a hybrid role based in Denver, Colorado.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Media Relations
  • Develop and execute media relations strategies and contribute to regular, proactive outreach to support key company business objectives
  • Ideate strategic and creative pitch angles and story ideas, leveraging foundational understanding of complex subject matter and insights from research and data sources as appropriate
  • Develop and implement strategies for building personal relationships with key members of the media
  • Execute writing and distribution of press releases, media alerts, op-eds and letters to the editor
  • Assist with media training and messaging development for interview opportunities and coverage reports as needed
  • Support processes largely independently for media monitoring, media list management
  • Demonstrate professionalism engaging directly with outlets, vendors and other third parties
• Cross-functional project management
  • Contribute to special projects and strategic initiatives involving collaboration with other departments and across the Marketing and Communications organization
  • Prepare and submit various award submissions for corporate honors and recognitions that elevate brand reputation
  • Maintain a strong working relationship based on trust and respect with teammates from other lanes to ensure brand standards and appropriate media coverage of DaVita events and activities.
  • Manage projects with accountability for tactical execution and outcomes.
  • Support the development of strategic planning and the execution of long-term efforts to achieve team goals.
  • Present to team and stakeholders with support as needed.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum of 2-4 years of experience in communications, public relations or related field.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience preferred.
• Experience in external communications required, with an emphasis in media relations.  
• Excellent writing, communications and presentation skills, with the ability to create content for a variety of channels required.
• Demonstrated experience in meeting deadlines under pressure, working with peers and team leaders.
• A focus on continuous improvement, identifying ways to improve our team’s efficiency, processes and measurement.
• Understanding of communications and marketing, content development and strategy and channel delivery.
• General understanding of traditional and emerging strategic communications trends and technologies.
• Curiosity and a desire to continually learn about the business of health care and the changing dynamics of kidney care.
• Ability to self-start, think critically and solve problems creatively.
• Solutions-driven and collaborative mindset, taking ownership to improve outcomes and help others with projects as needed.
• Proven project management ability and skillset.
• Ability to manage projects with accountability for tactical execution and outcomes, prioritizing and multi-tasking on a daily basis.
• Proclivity to be a positive, positive part of a healthy, high-functioning team operating in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to take initiative, plan, prioritize and execute, independently, the completion of all projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.
• Solid relationship-building skills across all levels of organization and with external vendors.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

What We’ll Provide:

More than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most. Teammates are eligible to begin receiving benefits on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment. Below are some of our benefit offerings.

• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
• Support for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more

• Professional development programs: DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita’s online training platform StarLearning.

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At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second.  We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong."  Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

This position will be open for a minimum of three days.

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits  

Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process.  You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.