Director of Public Relations and Community Engagement

Job overview

The Director of Public Relations and Community Engagement role is onsite in Marlette, MI, with full-time day hours. Compensation is not specified. The director represents Aspire Rural Health System and supports its mission, strategic priorities, community impact, and long-term growth. The role builds community relationships and public trust while increasing brand awareness and identifying growth opportunities. Through outreach, partnerships, research, and collaboration with leadership and community stakeholders, the director connects the health system’s services and priorities with community needs.

What you'll do

• Serve as a key public representative of Aspire Rural Health System
• build community relationships and strategic partnerships
• lead community outreach and educational initiatives
• support business development through market research, competitive analysis, demographic data evaluation, and assessment of community healthcare needs
• collaborate with leadership, Marketing, the Foundation, the Grant Writer, and community stakeholders.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

director

public relations

community engagement

healthcare

community outreach

strategic partnerships

business development

marlette mi

aspire rural health system

regional travel

evening events

weekend events

bachelor’s degree required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Full benefits
• specific benefit details are not listed.

Why this role

Bachelor’s degree in a related field required; master’s degree preferred. Two years of relevant professional experience and prior management or leadership experience are preferred. Regional travel and occasional evening and weekend events are expected.

About the employer

Aspire Rural Health System is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists). Sector: 62.