**Description** **Introduction** Are you passionate about delivering superior work outcomes? At Galen College of Nursing, we are committed to a single purpose: offering excellence in nursing education. Our staff and administration live out our vision! We change the life of one to care for the lives of many. Jump-start your career as a Director of Communcations today with Galen College of Nursing. **Benefits** At Galen College of Nursing, we want to ensure your needs are met. We offer a comprehensive package of medical, dental, and vision plans along with unique benefits, including: + Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation. + Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more. + Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing + 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service) + Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock + Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance. + Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more + Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts + Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships + Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships) + Colleague recognition program + Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence) + Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income. Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards) **_Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location._** You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our students’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Director of Communcations to be a part of our team. **Job Summary and Qualifications** Galen College of Nursing is looking for an experienced and talented communications leader to oversee all institutional internal and external communications for employees, students, partners, and communities at large. A self-starter, the ideal candidate will possess expertise in strategic communication decision making and a keen understanding of the subtle nuances of language in communicating across a broad spectrum of content, channels, and audiences. The Director of Communications will join inter-departmental groups on a variety of strategic initiatives, leading Galen’s communications standards and advancing our culture, mission, and vision for all audiences. **Responsibilities:** + Manage internal and external communications including but not limited to emails, newsletters, presentations, articles, and academic support materials for employees, students, alumni, healthcare partners, and our campus communities at large, supporting the communication needs of all cross-functional departments within the College as needed + Compose and distribute press releases, act as institutional spokesperson, and respond to members of the media in a timely manner, while maintaining positive professional relationships with various members of the media + Collaborate with Marketing team leaders on the creation, development, and execution of the Marketing & Communications strategic plan + Develop and implement policies to improve and enhance the efficiency of the communications department + Serve as liaison between HCA Healthcare Corporate Communications team and HCA Healthcare Division leaders to achieve key communications objectives + Manage Communications Manager in the development and creation of content, Pure Community website, and Town Hall production + Oversee the development and maintenance of the internal Pure Community website, including methods to deliver message, ease of navigation, and clarity of information; ensure that all content is current and relevant + Collaborate with Creative Director and Marketing Support colleagues in the production of content all internal audiences, analyzing results and identifying opportunities + Assist executive leadership in developing presentations, speeches, and other important corporate messages + Guide and encourage inter-departmental team members to communicate effectively and assist with communications where necessary + **Requirements:** + BA/BS degree in marketing, communications, or related field. + 12+ years’ experience in communications role with three of those in a leadership position + Ability to identify strategy and communication needs requiring singular action, and that which is more complex, requiring an integrated approach + Strong presentation and public speaking skills with the ability to communicate effectively in written and oral communications + Superior project and time management skills with the ability to multi-task and manage the priorities of multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced and complex environment + Highly organized and process-driven but can also think scale + Ability to write in a journalistic style that is customary for corporate audiences and external publications + Superior written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with audiences ranging from c-suite executives to students + Crisis communication and management + Impeccable attention to detail + Depth of expertise in providing sound press/media relations advice to senior leadership + Strong team spirit. We are looking for another collaborative team member with a positive attitude who is a cultural addition to the team + Other duties as assigned **Physical Requirements:** Must be able to sit at a desk for up to eight (8) hours. Some travel required. **Degree of Supervision:** Minimal **_Galen College Values:_** **_Inclusivity:_** _I foster an environment that provides opportunity for every individual to reach their full potential._ **_Character:_** _I act with integrity and compassion in all I do._ **_Accountability:_** _I own my role and accept responsibility for my actions._ **_Respect:_** _I value every person as an individual with unique contributions worthy of consideration._ **_Excellence:_** _I commit myself to the highest level of quality in everything I do._ Be a part of an organization that invests in you. We are actively reviewing applications for our Director of Communcations opening. Highly qualified candidates will be promptly contacted for interviews. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in nursing education! _We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status._