Senior Community Relations Specialist

Sanford Health

. Update, educate, and clarify Sanford Health's focused organizational goals to the community .

Posted 10/25/2026full-timeWeston • Wisconsin • United StatesSenior💰 $35 - $57 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in brand management and public affairs, with strong capabilities in communication, relationship building, and problem-solving. Proven ability to engage with diverse stakeholders and manage community initiatives effectively.

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Brand ManagementPublic AffairsCommunication SkillsRelationship BuildingProblem Solving

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Hard Skills

Presentation DevelopmentCommunity EngagementProgram ManagementFunding RecommendationsStakeholder Follow-Up

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsTimely ResponseAccessibilityCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

MarketingPublic RelationsCommunity OrganizationsGovernment AffairsMedia Relations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Update, educate, and clarify Sanford Health's focused organizational goals to the community
Assist in meeting needs related to Sanford Health initiatives
Work with city, county, and government agencies and leadership
Develop presentations and other communications documents for the public, trustees, community organizations, and media
Provide a positive organizational image to the public and community
Serve on various community organization boards
Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with local business leaders and community nonprofit organizations
Respond to member and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner
Serve as an accessible liaison and analyze and solve problems
Help manage the community dividend fund, including offering funding recommendations
Direct and supervise program activities to meet Sanford objectives
Expand appropriate programs within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans
Serve as a key ambassador for Marshfield Clinic in the East and North Region

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree required
Area of focus in Marketing, Public Relations, or Communications preferred
Minimum of five years in brand management and/or public affairs required
Ability to effectively interact and maintain working relationships within all levels of Sanford Health System and the general public
Past experience dealing with elected officials, media, and government affairs activities
Superb written and verbal communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills
Must be organized and offer prompt and consistent follow-up with stakeholders
Ability to analyze and problem solve
Must be comfortable with regular face-to-face communication with a variety of stakeholders