Program Manager, Human Resources Communications

Children's Health • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

At Children's Health, our mission is simple but profound: make life better for children. As we grow exponentially in advance of our new pediatric campus, we're building a world-class team dedicated to supporting the people who make our mission possible every day. We're looking for a strategic communicator to build something from the ground up. This is a newly created role where you'll help establish the foundation for HR communications at Children's Health-defining how we connect with, inform, and engage our HR team for years to come. If you're energized by the idea of creating frameworks, launching initiatives, and making your mark on a mission-driven organization, this is your opportunity to lead with creativity and purpose.

Requirements

• 5+ years of internal communications experience, ideally including HR communications or change management
• Bachelor's degree in communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Exceptional writing skills with the ability to distill complex information into clear, compelling narratives
• Change management expertise-you've successfully guided teams through transitions and transformation
• Strategic mindset balanced with hands-on execution ability
• Proven ability to work independently, take initiative, and run projects from start to finish
• Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels

Nice To Haves

• Graduate degree or advanced certifications
• Healthcare or large organization experience
• Experience launching newsletters, leadership communications, or employee engagement campaigns

Responsibilities

• Own HR Communications Strategy
• Design and launch a leadership newsletter to keep our HR team aligned on priorities, initiatives, and organizational strategy
• Develop an overarching annual communications strategy for employee well-being and benefits programs
• Create clear, engaging content including written communications, presentations, FAQs, intranet pages, and collateral
• Drive Change & Engagement
• Lead change management communications as we evolve and grow toward our new pediatric campus
• Translate complex HR topics-from benefits and compensation to organizational priorities-into digestible, meaningful messages for diverse audiences
• Partner with HR leaders to understand team needs and deliver communications that truly resonate
• Build Relationships & Influence
• Collaborate with senior leaders and executives across the organization to align messaging and drive impact
• Establish strong partnerships with HR colleagues to stay ahead of initiatives and priorities
• Use data and feedback to continuously improve communication effectiveness
• Lay the Groundwork for the Future
• Create templates and standards that will guide HR communications for the next 5-10 years
• Launch engagement surveys and feedback mechanisms to understand what the team needs
• Take ownership of projects from concept to completion with creativity and independence

Benefits

• Mission That Matters: Every communication you craft supports the people who care for children. Your work has purpose.
• Ground-Floor Opportunity: Build the HR communications function from scratch. Set the standard. Make it yours.
• Room to Grow: Work with a hands-off leader who's committed to developing your skills and preparing you for your next career move.
• Rapid Growth Environment: Join us at an exciting time as we expand to serve more children and families across our region.
• Supportive Culture: Weekly one-on-ones, collaborative brainstorming, and a team that values your expertise and creativity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees