Title: Foundation Communications Manager
Location: Saddleback MC, Laguna Hills (On-Site)
Department: Foundation
Status: Full Time
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $77,521.60- $112,340.80/annually
MemorialCare is a nonprofit integrated health system that includes four leading hospitals, award-winning medical groups – consisting of over 200 sites of care, and more than 2,000 physicians throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties. We are committed to increasing access to patient-centric, affordable, and high-quality healthcare; your personal contributions are integral to MemorialCare's recognition as a market leader and innovator in value-based and other care models.
Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration, and accountability. Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation, and teamwork.
Position Summary
This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the mission of Saddleback Medical Center. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with our core values: Integrity, Accountability, Best Practices, Compassion and Synergy. The employee shall support Saddleback Medical Center’s strategic plan and participate in and advocate performance improvement/patient safety activities.
MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center Foundation is a midsize nonprofit dedicated to developing the philanthropic resources necessary to strengthen the ability of MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center to enhance the health and well-being of individuals, families and our community.
Under the general supervision of the Executive Director, Communications & Donor Engagement, the Foundation Communications Manager is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive marketing communications strategies in support of the fundraising efforts of Saddleback Medical Center Foundation (SMCF). This position exercises independent judgment for the development and production of publications, printed materials and electronic vehicles of communication to promote SMCF’s mission, programs, and impact.
Essential Functions And Responsibilities Of The Job

• Write, proof and edit communications materials including acknowledgement letters, newsletters, direct mail appeals, website copy, case statements, donor proposals, one-sheets, annual impact report, social media posts, e-blasts, news releases, brochures, invitations, programs, flyers, posters and signs
• Produce print and digital collateral and online giving platforms, ensuring professional presentation and consistent messaging of corporate, editorial and graphic standards
• Collaborate with internal teams and traffic projects with print and mailhouse vendors, obtaining estimates, staying in alignment with budget, and ensuring that deadlines are met
• Manage public relations efforts and establish relationships with media to garner publicity
• Interview patients, physicians, donors and other community members to share impact stories
• Take photos and/or assist photographer at events and obtain permission for use
• Undertake ad hoc projects when required to assist management in maximizing resources
• Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities. Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare—that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents. We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family. And there’s more...Check out our MemorialCare Benefits for more information about our Benefits and Rewards.
  

Minimum Requirements
Qualifications/Work Experience:

• Excellent writing and editing skills
• Proficiency in graphic design software such as In-Design, Canva, and Photoshop
• Ability to communicate to various audiences through a variety of mediums such as print, email, websites, and social media
• Proven experience in marketing communications, preferably within a nonprofit organization; healthcare fundraising a plus
• Strong project management skills with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines
• Strategic thinker with a proactive and creative approach to problem-solving
• Managing third-party vendors such as printers and mailhouse services
• Strong computer skills to include Windows, Microsoft Office/Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook, mass email platforms such as Campaign Monitor, and online giving platforms such as GiveSmart
• Excellent interpersonal skills showing courtesy, compassion, and respect at all times when interacting with donors, patients, families, employees, visitors and others
• Knowledge of office computer program
  

Education/Licensure/Certification

• Bachelor’s degree required