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DEPT: Marketing and Communications
LOCATION: Maury Regional Medical Center - Columbia, TN
SHIFT: Full-time, Days, 8am-4:30pm
MAURY REGIONAL HEALTH:
At Maury Regional Health, patients are at the heart of everything we do. We're committed to clinical excellence and compassionate care, offering exceptional service. As a top-rated organization, we foster an inclusive, collaborative work environment where innovation and patient care lead the way.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Public Relations Specialist is responsible for managing the media narrative across our healthcare network. This role builds relationships with local and regional media outlets, and designs/executes media campaigns designed to inform and educate the community about the organization’s news and major milestones. This role also helps strengthen the relationships with community organizations including area Chambers.
Core Responsibilities
- Media Cultivation: Establish and maintain strong daily relationships with local newspaper editors, radio hosts, television reporters, and digital journalists across hospital communities and the surrounding counties.
- Campaign Execution: Draft and distribute high-impact press releases, media advisories, and pitch packages.
- Reputation Management: Proactively monitor local and regional media.
- Thought Leadership: Work with the MarCom director to create thought leadership content to spotlight clinical and leader expertise by providing a voice on trending topics relevant to the community.
- Integration: Partner with the Marketing & Branding Specialist to launch regular "Meet the Physician", "Provider Spotlight", “GME”, and “Employee Testimonials” media features across the community surrounding counties.
- Owned Media Content: Manage a content calendar and create ongoing written and visual content designed to drive community education and enhance the patient experience.
Job Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Journalism, Communications, or a related field Required
- Experience: 3–5 years of professional PR or marketing experience; healthcare industry background is strongly preferred
WHY MAURY:
- 2025 Great Place to Work & 2024 Best Place for Working Parents
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement Plans & PTO
- Educational Assistance, Tuition Reimbursement & Career Advancement Navigation
- Employee Discounts
- Childcare Services – Hospitots
- Adoption Assistance
For more information: About Maury Regional Health
MISSION, VISION & VALUES:
MISSION: Clinical excellence. Compassionate care. Every patient. Every day.
VISION: To be the trusted choice for health and wellness in southern Middle Tennessee by delivering a safe, seamless and patient-centered experience.
VALUES:
W – Wholeness: Wellness-centered care of mind, body & spirit for our patients & health care team.
E – Empathy: Understanding the feelings of others as we walk with them on their path to wellness.
C – Community: Creating relationships, connections & trust.
A – Advocacy: Defending the rights of all to be heard.
R – Respect: Treating everyone with dignity & respect.
E – Engagement: Actively involving all stakeholders in creating better health outcomes for southern Middle Tennessee.
STRATEGIC ANCHORS:
- Quality patient care
- Highly effective teams
- Stewardship of resources
- Innovative culture
Maury Regional Health is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity in all aspects of the employer/employee relationship. Maury Regional Health grants equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origins (including ancestry), genetic information, disability, age, military/national guard/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression, or other status protected by state or federal law. Statements made by applicants for employment on this application form will be checked for accuracy. Maury Regional Health campuses are tobacco-free. All tobacco use is prohibited.
DEPT: Marketing and Communications
LOCATION: Maury Regional Medical Center - Columbia, TN
SHIFT: Full-time, Days, 8am-4:30pm
MAURY REGIONAL HEALTH:
At Maury Regional Health, patients are at the heart of everything we do. We're committed to clinical excellence and compassionate care, offering exceptional service. As a top-rated organization, we foster an inclusive, collaborative work environment where innovation and patient care lead the way.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Public Relations Specialist is responsible for managing the media narrative across our healthcare network. This role builds relationships with local and regional media outlets, and designs/executes media campaigns designed to inform and educate the community about the organization’s news and major milestones. This role also helps strengthen the relationships with community organizations including area Chambers.
Core Responsibilities
- Media Cultivation: Establish and maintain strong daily relationships with local newspaper editors, radio hosts, television reporters, and digital journalists across hospital communities and the surrounding counties.
- Campaign Execution: Draft and distribute high-impact press releases, media advisories, and pitch packages.
- Reputation Management: Proactively monitor local and regional media.
- Thought Leadership: Work with the MarCom director to create thought leadership content to spotlight clinical and leader expertise by providing a voice on trending topics relevant to the community.
- Integration: Partner with the Marketing & Branding Specialist to launch regular "Meet the Physician", "Provider Spotlight", “GME”, and “Employee Testimonials” media features across the community surrounding counties.
- Owned Media Content: Manage a content calendar and create ongoing written and visual content designed to drive community education and enhance the patient experience.
Job Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Journalism, Communications, or a related field Required
- Experience: 3–5 years of professional PR or marketing experience; healthcare industry background is strongly preferred
WHY MAURY:
- 2025 Great Place to Work & 2024 Best Place for Working Parents
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement Plans & PTO
- Educational Assistance, Tuition Reimbursement & Career Advancement Navigation
- Employee Discounts
- Childcare Services – Hospitots
- Adoption Assistance
For more information: About Maury Regional Health
MISSION, VISION & VALUES:
MISSION: Clinical excellence. Compassionate care. Every patient. Every day.
VISION: To be the trusted choice for health and wellness in southern Middle Tennessee by delivering a safe, seamless and patient-centered experience.
VALUES:
W – Wholeness: Wellness-centered care of mind, body & spirit for our patients & health care team.
E – Empathy: Understanding the feelings of others as we walk with them on their path to wellness.
C – Community: Creating relationships, connections & trust.
A – Advocacy: Defending the rights of all to be heard.
R – Respect: Treating everyone with dignity & respect.
E – Engagement: Actively involving all stakeholders in creating better health outcomes for southern Middle Tennessee.
STRATEGIC ANCHORS:
- Quality patient care
- Highly effective teams
- Stewardship of resources
- Innovative culture
Maury Regional Health is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity in all aspects of the employer/employee relationship. Maury Regional Health grants equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origins (including ancestry), genetic information, disability, age, military/national guard/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression, or other status protected by state or federal law. Statements made by applicants for employment on this application form will be checked for accuracy. Maury Regional Health campuses are tobacco-free. All tobacco use is prohibited.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Amazon7
- PTAG4
- STV4
- DPR Construction3
- LaBella Associates3
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services22
- Education16
- Technology & Software12
- Healthcare & Medical Services11
- Government & Public Sector8
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in public relations specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, journalism, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience writing and distributing press releases and media pitches
- Proficiency with media monitoring and distribution tools such as Cision or Meltwater
- Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with journalists and media outlets
- Experience developing and executing communications plans across multiple channels
- Familiarity with social media platforms and digital content strategy as part of PR campaigns
Tips for Your Public Relations Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to the pitch
Quantify results with metrics that matter in PR: clips secured, audience reach, share of voice, or media placements per campaign. Hiring managers skim for proof that your work moved the needle, not just a list of duties you handled.
Build a clips portfolio before applying
Attach a link to a press coverage portfolio or a simple Google Drive folder with sample press releases, pitch letters, and earned media outcomes. Agencies especially filter out candidates who cannot show real work samples alongside their resume.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists public relations specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Match your niche to the employer type
Agency roles prioritize fast turnaround and client diversity, while in-house roles reward deep industry knowledge. Filter openings by sector first, then apply to the ones where your existing media contacts or subject-matter background give you a real edge.
Prepare a media strategy answer for interviews
Almost every public relations specialist interview includes a scenario question asking how you would handle a crisis or launch a campaign. Prepare a structured example using a real situation, walking through your strategy, channels chosen, and outcome delivered.
Negotiate using scope, not just title
When an offer comes in, ask about the media budget you will manage, the size of the team, and which executives you will work directly with. These factors affect your career trajectory far more than a small salary difference and give you concrete grounds for negotiation.
Public Relations Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most public relations specialists?
The companies hiring the most public relations specialists right now include Amazon, PTAG, and STV, with the largest share of openings in California, New York, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand is strongest at PR agencies, large corporations with in-house communications teams, and nonprofit organizations running active advocacy campaigns.
How many public relations specialist jobs are remote?
About 30% of public relations specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the role's reliance on digital communications tools and virtual media outreach. Roles focused on digital PR, content strategy, and social media management tend to have the highest share of fully remote arrangements, while crisis communications and executive visibility roles more often require an on-site presence.
How do you become a public relations specialist?
Most public relations specialists start with a bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, or public relations, then build hands-on experience through internships at agencies or in-house communications teams. From there, developing a portfolio of press releases, media placements, and campaign outcomes is essential. Earning an Accreditation in Public Relations credential from the Public Relations Society of America can strengthen your candidacy for more senior roles.
Can you get a public relations specialist job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level public relations specialist roles are available, and many employers value relevant internship experience, college media work, or freelance pitching over years of full-time history. Building a portfolio that includes writing samples, any earned media placements, and examples of pitch strategy goes a long way. Agency roles often hire entry-level candidates who can demonstrate strong writing skills and genuine familiarity with media relations workflows.
What does the public relations specialist interview process look like?
Most public relations specialist interview processes include a phone or video screen focused on communications background, followed by one or two rounds with the hiring manager and team leads. Many employers assign a written exercise such as drafting a press release or pitching a story angle on a sample brief. Final rounds often involve presenting that exercise to a panel and walking through your strategic thinking and media knowledge.
Where can I find and apply to public relations specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to public relations specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and area of focus, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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