Job Summary - Corporate Communications Manager

When it comes to strategic communications, media relations, and issues management, you are a trusted expert with the experience and presence to lead in complex, high-visibility environments. You thrive partnering with senior executives, system leaders, and cross-functional teams to develop thoughtful communication strategies that protect and strengthen organizational reputation. Calm under pressure and highly collaborative, you guide internal and external communications during sensitive issues, crises, and significant organizational events with confidence and professionalism. You are a respected leader who empowers a team of experienced communications professionals while fostering accountability, trust, and excellence. With strong media relationships and a commitment to confidentiality, you can navigate changing priorities, manage competing demands, and deliver clear, impactful messaging that supports organizational goals. In a fast-paced health system serving communities across Michigan, you'll have the opportunity to help shape critical conversations, strengthen stakeholder engagement, and make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

The ideal candidate would reside in SE Michigan or West Michigan or be open to travel within these areas.

Essential Functions - Corporate Communications Manager

• Develops internal and external communications in collaboration with Corewell Health leaders, executives and key internal clients. (Expert Level)
• Assists director in managing corporate reputation issues. Develops positioning statements and media strategies related to issues management. (Expert Level)
• Leads with a calming demeanor, especially in high pressure situations. 
• Maintains a high-level of confidentiality.
• Leads a statewide team of experienced communications experts.
• Develops relationships with local, regional and national media.
• Helps guide internal and external communications during issues, disasters or crises in collaboration with the director. (Expert Level)
• Works collaboratively with many other system departments such as legal, government affairs, human resources, patient relations, finance, etc.
• Works collaboratively with other members of the System Communications & Marketing team to achieve system goals and objectives. (Expert Level)

Qualifications - Corporate Communications Manager

Required

• Bachelor's Degree Journalism, English, Communications, Public Relations or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 10 years of relevant related experience, including 5 years experience in media relations and 3 years in leadership OR sustained performance in consultant level role internally that exceeds performance

Cover letters welcome

Physical Demands - Corporate Communications Manager

• Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
• Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
• Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
• Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
• Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
• Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
• Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
• Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
• Sitting: Frequently
• Standing: Occasionally
• Walking: Occasionally
• Forward Bend - Standing: Seldom
• Forward Bend - Sitting: Occasionally
• Trunk Rotation - Standing: Seldom
• Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Occasionally
• Reach - Above Shoulder: Seldom
• Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Seldom
• Handling: Occasionally
• Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Seldom
• Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Seldom
• Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

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