Public Relations Specialist jobs in Louisiana

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Public Relations Specialist - Hybrid
  • Ochsner Health
  • Orleans, LA FULL_TIME
  • We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

    At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

    This job coordinates local and regional media relations for the organization. Assist the team with positive media coverage (television, radio, print and online) and help deflect negative impressions, thereby improving the image and community perception of the organization. Develops and drafts press releases, media pitches and advertorial content; tracks and analyzes media coverage /results; creates and updates media lists; maintains the online newsroom and creates strong professional relationships with local media.

    Education

    Required - High School diploma or equivalent

    Preferred - Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications or a related field.

    Additional degrees, business training experience and/or certifications may be combined to meet minimum qualifications.

    Work Experience

    Required - 4 years experience in communications.

    Knowledge Skills And Abilities (KSAs)

    • Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
    • Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
    • Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals.
    • Working knowledge of social media (blogs, Facebook, Twitter). Knowledge of working media.
    • Strong organizational skills
    • Strong time management skills
    • Good interpersonal skills

    Job Duties

    • Initiates, develops and drafts press materials and assist with media inquiries for company locations as needed.
    • Assists with public relations-driven social media and internal communication initiatives.
    • Assists in managing media-related specials events including disaster relations.
    • Performs media tracking and analysis of company stories and local competitors.
    • Supports strategic local media initiatives outside of traditional media pitching.

    Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

    Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

    This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

    The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

    Physical and Environmental Demands

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.

    Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid.

    The incumbent has no occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.

    Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

    Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!

    Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.

    Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Washington, New York, and Washington D.C.

    Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748 (select option 1) or careers@ochsner.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

    We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, pregnancy status, pregnancy-related conditions, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, age, veteran status, military status, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political affiliation, unemployment status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. These protections extend to applicants and all employment related decisions. View the EEO is the Law poster and its supplement, as well as the pay transparency policy for more information.

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Public Relations Specialist
  • SASSO
  • baton rouge, LA FULL_TIME
  • Team SASSO is seeking a Public Relations Specialist who is passionate about delivering and capitalizing on brand stories to drive earned media for our agency and our clients. The ideal candidate for t...
  • 2 Months Ago

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PUBLIC RELATIONS SPECIALIST (ENTRANCE) (CLASS CODE 7126)
  • City of New Orleans
  • Orleans, LA OTHER
  • Complex administrative and technical work serving as a liaison for a city department to city management, news media, and the general public. Responsibilities include responding to requests for informa...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Public Relations Manager
  • Spears Group
  • Baton Rouge, LA FULL_TIME
  • Job Description:The Public Relations Manager (Manager) is a professional and compelling storyteller that is pivotal in promoting, enhancing, and protecting the brand story and reputations of our diver...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Public Relations Assistant
  • Omnia US
  • Orleans, LA FULL_TIME
  • Public Relations Assistant at Omnia USPosition: Public Relations Assistant Company: Omnia USLocation: New Orleans, LASalary: $50,000 - $70,000 per yearJob Description: Omnia US is seeking a dedicated ...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Public Relations Intern
  • Pattern Promotions
  • Orleans, LA INTERN
  • Join Our Team at Pattern Promotions - Public Relations InternAbout Us: In a rapidly changing world, innovation and creativity are essential. At Pattern Promotions, we encourage our team to think outsi...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Public Relations Specialist
  • The Keller Group
  • A Public Relations Specialist role is now available through The Keller Group. This is a 100% remote/work-from-home posit...
  • 6/12/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Public Relations Specialist (Hybrid)
  • General Dynamics Information Technology
  • Falls Church, VA
  • Public Relations Specialist We are looking for a creative, passionate and energetic public relations professional to joi...
  • 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Public Relations Specialist
  • Foundation Health
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • This position creates, maintains, and strengthens positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, utiliz...
  • 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Public Relations Specialist
  • Catholic Charities Diocese of Cleveland
  • Cleveland, OH
  • As a member of the advancement department of Catholic Charities, the public relations specialist is responsible for deve...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Public Relation Specialist
  • R.A.S. Services Inc.
  • Dallas, TX
  • Public Relation Specialist R.A.S. Services Inc. Dallas, TX Seeks a Public Relation Specialist: Req. bachelor's degree. C...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Public Relations Specialist
  • MediaSource
  • Columbus, OH
  • Job Type Full-time Description Are you interested in sharing potentially lifesaving information and promoting the most c...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Public Relations Specialist
  • Connected Communications
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • Public Relations Specialist If you love public relations and working with a team that values smart strategy, kindness an...
  • 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Public Relations Specialist
  • Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES
  • Utica, NY
  • The Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES School Communications Service is seeking a Public Relations Specialist to provide cust...
  • 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

Louisiana is bordered to the west by Texas; to the north by Arkansas; to the east by Mississippi; and to the south by the Gulf of Mexico. The state may properly be divided into two parts, the uplands of the north, and the alluvial along the coast. The alluvial region includes low swamp lands, coastal marshlands and beaches, and barrier islands that cover about 20,000 square miles (52,000 km2). This area lies principally along the Gulf of Mexico and the Mississippi River, which traverses the state from north to south for a distance of about 600 mi (970 km)) and empties into the Gulf of Mexico; ...
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Income Estimation for Public Relations Specialist jobs
$53,255 to $71,070

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