Community Affairs Advisor (SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI)

The Community Affairs Advisor serves as a liaison between Mercy and community leadership focusing on areas where Mercy is expanding or strengthening its presence while also maintaining and deepening engagement in its largest communities. The role strengthens Mercys reputation by fostering communication cultivating meaningful community relationships and ensuring responsiveness to local needs while promoting programs and services and gathering feedback to guide organizational efforts. The Advisor collaborates with community leaders at all levels to advance Mercys business goals and strengthen its reputation and brand among key decision makers. The position also aligns closely with the Federal and State government relations teams to ensure seamless integration on public policy issues and opportunities.

Experience: 10 years of public affairs success.

Education/Experience:

- Bachelors degree in government relations marketing business communications and/or public relations.

- Demonstrated experience may be gained from prior roles through completion of college degrees or a combination of applicable professional and educational experiences.

Skills Knowledge Abilities:
Familiarity with the communities Mercy serves.
Excellent verbal and written communication including the ability to articulate complex information clearly and concisely as well as presentation skills.
Executive presence and ability to connect build rapport and establish trust with individuals and groups.
Organized reliable self-starter with problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and respond effectively to new challenges.

From day one Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical dental and vision coverage paid time off tuition support and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 hours per pay period.

Join a caring collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy youll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation technology and compassion. As we grow youll grow with us.