Overview

Our mission is to enhance the health of our community and to achieve this we provide health services that address unmet needs and opportunities. We demonstrate dignity and respect for all people and focus on our employees, clients and community. Join our organization and help us accomplish our goals and make a meaningful impact in our community!

Senior Manager – Communications

We are looking for a communications professional to work with our leadership team and our programs to create multi-channel communications campaigns and materials. The Senior Manager – Communications will create strategy for a variety of media, provide technical expertise, and work on issues that require an in-depth knowledge of the functional area where problems may not be clearly defined.

About the team

The Senior Manager – Communications will lead the Health District communications team to produce multimedia communications and marketing strategy and materials for the Health District.

The position

As Senior Manager – Communications, you will oversee the work of experienced professionals and regularly advise Health District teams.  This position will oversee content that helps promote awareness, understanding, and utilization of Health District services, in addition to assisting in efforts to educate the community about critical health issues.

Pay range and status

  • $91,127 – $116,188 per year DOQ
  • 40 hrs/wk
  • Monday – Friday

For full qualifications and responsibilities, please review the job description at www.healthdistrict.org/jobs.

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, or related field with 7 – 9 years of related and/or supervisory experience.
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience level.

Key Responsibilities

The Senior Manager – Communications will coordinate and work in conjunction with the Executive Director, Leadership Team, and Program Leadership to:

  • Create, implement, continually monitor, and improve a Communications Plan to interpret the work of the Health District in the community through standard and innovative communications modalities.
  • Develop policies and procedures regarding Health District communications.
  • Serve as the primary spokesperson and media contact, developing and maintaining a positive working relationship with media contacts.

How to Apply

Provide a cover letter that details your professional experiences and how your qualifications align with this position.

Submit your cover letter and resume Attn: Search Coordinator,

  • Email to searchcoordinator@healthdistrict.org.
  • Mail: Health District of Northern Larimer County, 120 Bristlecone Drive, Fort Collins, CO 80524
  • Fax: 970-221-7165

Position will remain open until filled.

Why work for us

  • We value a work-life balance.
  • Employees are encouraged to develop their skills and knowledge that result in successful performance in their roles/positions.
  • We are committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. The Health District does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other applicable status protected by federal, state or local law. Employment decisions at the Health District will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.
  • We provide comprehensive benefits, including (100% or prorated portion) of the cost of medical, dental, low-cost vision, 401(a) and optional 457(b) retirement plans, 12 holidays, generous flexible paid time off, and employee wellness and recognition activities.
  • Student Loan Forgiveness is available for qualifying borrowers.

Infection Control Requirements

  • Category IV
  • Must comply with infection control policies for this position.
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About Health District of Northern Larimer County

Overview:

The Health District is a public health agency that provides residents of northern Larimer County with dental, mental health and preventive health services, in addition to connecting people to more affordable prescription and health insurance options.

Products and services:

  • Sliding fee and Medicaid dental services
  • Prescription Assistance
  • Sliding-fee mental health counseling and mental health referrals
  • Low-cholesterol screening
  • Quit tobacco counseling
  • Assistance with low-cost health insurance options
  • Online health information resource

Divisions and departments:

  • Advanced Care Planning Team
  • Family Dental Clinic
  • Health Promotion
  • Integrated Primary Care/Mental Health Program
  • Larimer Health Connect
  • Mental Health Connections

Achievements:

The Health District is viewed as a cutting-edge, model public health agency in many areas, from its collection and use of local health statistics to its commitment to collaborative community problem solving around mental health and dental care.

Awards:

2010
Joseph Jabaily Public Health Hero Award
Larimer County Department of Health and Environment

2011
Silver Well Workplace Award
Fort Collins Well City Task Force

2013
Spirit of Giving Award
United Way of Larimer County

2014
National Bike Challenge (for workplaces with 100-499 employees)
League of American Bicyclists

2014-2019
Silver Level Bike Friendly Business designation
League of American Bicyclists

2015
Best News/Talk Show Host or Team in a Major Market for “Community at Work” radio show
Colorado Broadcasters Association

2016
Silver Spotlight Award for Health District Compass Newsletter
League of American Communications Professionals

2020-Present
Gold Level Bike Friendly Business designation
League of American Bicyclists

2022
Nonprofit Collaboration of the Year Award (with Homeward Alliance)
BizWest Media

Future of company:

Health District strategic priorities are determined by a publicly elected board of directors based on a variety of information, including data from a triennial community health survey.

Competitors:

The Health District is a gap-filling agency that is not in competition with other organizations. However, it does partner with many other local entities, including the Larimer County Department of Health and Environment, Poudre Valley Hospital/University of Colorado Health, SummitStone Health Partners and others.

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