http://kpcareers.org/careers/communications-jobs en Essential Functions:
- Communicating all Troupe requests to Program Coordinator on an ongoing basis.
- Appropriate requests to communicate may include scheduling changes, budgetary expenditures, clarifications on program guidelines and regulations, creative ideas with impact on performance of logistic, unusual meetings to discuss specific ideas or issues.
- Assisting Program Coordinator in creating agendas for routine and special production meetings.
- Creating agendas for and conducting routine production meetings in the absence of Program Coordinator.
- Ensuring a reasonable supple of all materials and supplies required for day-today touring and travel.
- Ensuring that time schedules are met routinely, at schools, in rehearsal and at special events.
- Acting as representative of the Educational Theatre Program in the absence of Program Coordinator.
- Assisting Program Coordinator in matters of production logistics (shopping, inventories, setting call times, etc.) as assigned.
- If assigned by Program Coordinator, acting as liaison between the school and the program (i.e., greet principal or representative, confirm logistics upon arrival at school, etc.).
- Assisting in and supervising of maintenance, repair and proper care of all equipment on a routine basis.
- Completing paperwork, logs, reports, and/or files as appropriate.
- Assigning tasks to troupe members toward the accomplishment of any of the above as required, except where specific responsibility is assigned by Program Coordinator to Road Manager.
- At the request of Program Coordinator, taking the lead in special appearances or projects as Project leader.
- This may include making logistical arrangements as needed, recruiting or assigning participation of troupe members, ensuring a quality product through proper preparation, ad rearranging troupe schedules as required with the permission of Program Coordinator.
- Actively assist with evaluation of program effectiveness by gauging level of audience responsiveness and requesting and sharing audience feedback.
- Participating in health education training and peer counseling to serve as a peer educator and role model for students at all times.
- Assume other duties as directed.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Health education training and experience preferred.
- Related experience in program planning and coordination, public relations, theatrical production, community outreach and collaboration preferred.
- High school, acting training.
- A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in theatre, education, public relations marketing, community health, or a related field.
- Formal, advanced level acting training and touring theatre experience, technical production, or stage management skills preferred.
- A valid California Driver's license or reliable transportation is required.
- Certificate in drama or related field from an accredited institution is preferred.
- Bilingual Spanish, Cantonese, or Tagalog preferred.
- Desire to work full-time, term position w/ community services health education theatre programs.
- Commitment to work w/ ages five (5) to eighteen (18) years old.
- Ability to learn and perform a variety of performer or production staff roles, and ability and willingness to participate in an ensemble process.
- Background and training in theater performances is essential.
- Ability and desire to play characters between 12 and 18 years old for 'Peer Education' component of program.
- Ability to work w/ and perform for audiences of different ages, different socioeconomic backgrounds, and social climates, in a manner that captures audience's attention and interest and most effectively communicates health education message.
- Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment.
- Ability and willingness to be excellent role model for making health choices.
- Re-hire may be dependent upon continued ability to look and act the assigned parts appropriately.
- Project management, time management, and organizational skills.
- Interpersonal and team work skills.
- Ability to think on one's feet.
- Ability to maintain high productivity amidst completing priorities and tight deadlines.
- Familiar w/ MS Office, Lotus Note, FileMaker Pro and internet preferred.
- Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.]]> Mon, 14 May 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2429253-Oakland-Communications
Essential Functions:
- 75% Perform, model and assist with all aspects of production, which includes, but is not limited to, preparation, rehearsal, and performance for acting roles assigned.
- Apply creative, original and intellectual skills in developing and performing various roles and scripts.
- Work with and perform for audiences of different ages, different socioeconomic backgrounds and social climates, in a manner that captures audience's attention and interest and most effectively communicates health education message.
- May include understudying one or more acting roles.
- 10% Participate in health education training and peer counseling to serve as a peer educator and role model for students at all times.
- Represent ETP to the community and media.
- Appear at community and company events.
- 15% Responsible for exercising discretion and independent judgment while touring in accordance with position duties and Kaiser Permanente policies.
- Assist with evaluation of program effectiveness by gauging level of audience responsiveness and providing feedback.
- Approximately eight (8) to ten (10) weeks out-of-town travel required.
- Drive company vehicles, set up and strike set, production related administration work.
- May be responsible for additional program duties.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications: - Experience with and continued desire to work full-time, term acting position with community services health education theatre programs.
- Experience working with ages five (5) to eighteen (18) years old.
- Two (2) to three (3) years of experience as a Performer I or equivalent preferred.
- Formal, advanced level acting training and touring theatre experience preferred.
- Health education training and experience preferred.
- High school, acting training.
- Bachelor's Degree in related field preferred.
- Valid California Drivers License.
- Bilingual Spanish, Cantonese or Tagalog preferred.
- Proven ability to learn and perform a variety of roles, and ability and willingness to participate in an ensemble process.
- Ability and desire to play characters between twelve (12) and eighteen (18) years old for 'Peer Education' component of program.
- Demonstrated ability to work with and perform for audiences of different ages, different socioeconomic backgrounds and social climates, in a manner that captures audience's attention and interest and most effectively communicates health education message.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in understanding the message of the Educational Theatre and the specific roles and scripts.
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to be excellent role models for making healthy choices.
- Re-hire dependent upon continued ability to look and act the assigned parts appropriately.
- Demonstrated commitment to work with ages five (5) to eighteen (18) years old.
- Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.]]> Mon, 14 May 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2429279-Oakland-Communications
Essential Functions:
- 75% Responsible for exercising discretion and independent judgment while touring in accordance with position duties and Kaiser Permanente policies.
- Perform all aspects of position which include, but not limited to, preparation, rehearsal and performance for acting roles assigned.
- Apply creative, original and intellectual skills in developing and performing various roles and scripts.
- 10% Participate in training of health education and peer counseling.
- Serve as a peer educator and role model for students at all times.
- Represent ETP to the community and media.
- Appear at community and company events.
- 15% Work with and perform for audiences of different ages, different socioeconomic backgrounds and social climates in a manner that captures audience's attention and interest and most effectively communicates health education message.
- Assist with evaluation of program effectiveness by gauging level of audience responsiveness and providing feedback.
- Approximately eight (8) to ten (10) weeks out-of-town travel required.
- Drive company vehicles, set up and strike set production related administration work.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- High school.
- Acting training.
- Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
- Valid California Drivers License.
- Background and training in theater performances essential.
- Ability and desire to play characters between 12 and 18 years old for 'Peer Education' component of program.
- Re-hire dependent upon continued ability to look and act the assigned part appropriately.
- Demonstrated commitment to working with ages five (5) to eighteen (18) years old.
- Willingness to be an excellent role model for making healthy choices.
- Photo and resume are required.
- Desire to work full-time, term acting position with community services health education theater programs preferred.
- Ability to learn and perform a variety of roles preferred.
- Ability and willingness to participate in ensemble process preferred.
- Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.]]> Mon, 14 May 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2429228-Oakland-Communications
Essential Functions:
- Supervise Assistant Production Managers.
- Train and mentor new staff.
- Manages safety and adherence to procedures at touring events including fire regulations, and school and Kaiser Permanente policies.
- Researches and purchases items for touring events.
- Maintains inventory of items to ensure availability when needed.
- Coordinates special projects including but not limited to annual auditions, premieres of new programs and community events.
- May include performance in theatrical programs.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Two (2) years of experience in all aspects of professional theatre performance tours.
- HS diploma or GED required.
- BA/BS preferred.
- Must be detail oriented.
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task.
- Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Valid California driver's license.]]> Mon, 14 May 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2429243-Oakland-Communications
Essential Functions:
- Speak and write clearly so that others can understand you, including technical and non-technical personnel across multiple departments; describe complex processes clearly and concisely.
- Organize material in accordance with standardized format and style guidelines.
- Recommend revisions or changes in scope, format, and content as needed.
- Demonstrate superior attention to detail in ensuring that final documents are usable and of high quality and in compliance with P&P governance process.
- Interact closely with subject matter experts.
- Research regulations and analyze necessary changes to existing policies and procedures and/or the need for development of new policy and procedure as needed.
- Proactively inform management about project status, issues, or concerns.
- Actively identify and make recommendations for improvement in the documentation and review process.
- Handle diverse administrative functions with complex, competing priorities.
- Maintain thorough records of work and revisions; contribute to department logs and databases with care and diligence.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
-4 years of experienceof technical writing and/or hands-on regulatory or public policy development, including writing and editing of policies and procedures.
- 4 year or clinical degree or equivalent experience.
- Excellent written and oral communication abilities; ability to draft and revise documents, including policies, standards, analyses, and reports.
- Experience reviewing and comparing data/policies/processes to identify inconsistencies.
- Experience analyzing and summarizing complex information; experience thinking abstractly and separating complex ideas into simple elements.
- Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
- Team player with strong inter-personal and communications skills; strong team building skills and experience.
- Project management skills; ability to work within project teams and towards established timelines.
- Highly motivated and directed.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.

Preferred Qualifications:
- 4 years of health care operations (quality, risk, etc.), health care compliance, or insurance/health plan governance experience.
- Working knowledge or understanding of federal, state, and local health care regulations (e.g., HIPAA); health care compliance policies, practices, and systems; and related compliance issues.
- Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, or Journalism.
- Certification in technical writing, professional procedure writing, or related area.]]> Thu, 03 May 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2332129-San-Diego-Communications
Job Summary:

Named to the Computerworld Top 100 Best Places to Work, the Kaiser Permanente Information Technology (IT) organization is the team that powers the health IT leadership of Kaiser Permanente.

The Communications Manager will deliver internal and executive communications services, establish priority communications initiatives, create associated content and messaging, execute related deliverables, work across multiple stakeholder groups to gather the necessary information and input, and collaborate with Infrastructure Program executives to manage high-profile initiatives.

Essential Functions:
Responsibilities include but may not be limited to:
- Develop and execute strategic communications plans in support of the Infrastructure Program organizational, operational and tactical plans & road maps.
- Develop and deliver IP and IMG leadership teams with integrated internal communication plans, including communications positioning, messaging, and tactics consistent with the Kaiser Permanente brand
- Identify opportunities for facilitated dialog between leadership and staff
- Build stakeholder engagement program that drives awareness of and influence over IP services and solutions.
- Strategic thought-partner with IP leadership


Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, Public Relations or related field and/or 10 years of equivalent work experience.
- A minimum of 10 years of experience in corporate communications environment, including two years of supervisory and/or major project leadership experience.
- Understanding of stakeholder analysis and engagement
- Intensive executive communications support of a VP or above, event management, and content development.
- Recent experience in planning and implementing complex internal communications plans and projects for a large, complex organization, with track record of increasing responsibility.
- Demonstrated excellence in directly supporting executives in large organizations and influencing their approach to communications while nurturing the relationship
- Excellent Presentation and PowerPoint skills
- Demonstrated professional-level writing and editing skills for Web and traditional media.
- Excellent skills in researching and accessing information from the Internet.
- Must have strong communication and planning skills, be detail oriented, well organized, problem solving/analytical, self-directed, team focused, and results oriented individual.
- Demonstrated ability to lead others through influence and collaboration.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Information Technology or Health care industry experience.
- Proven experience with organizational change, corporate reputation management, internal brand reinforcement, and stakeholder engagement.
- Proven ability to respond to emerging issues and crises.
- Master's degree in related field.
]]> Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:00:00 GMT 2124639-Oakland-Communications The Senior Editor ensures the editorial accuracy, consistency, brand & contractual compliance of communications content. . This position requires a thorough knowledge of & expertise in applying brand voice to communications. The Senior Editor also establishes editorial standards & oversees copywriting & editorial workflow.
In collaboration w/ Associate Creative Director, the Senior Editor oversees the editing & proofreading of communications projects through staff & outside resources. The Senior Editor identifies the services of various translator & language translation agencies. The Senior Editor ensures the consistency of KP's glossary & style guides & trains staff in these editorial standards. The Senior Editor also serves as an interdepartmental liaison on editorial functions & standards.
This position works in collaboration w/ Brand Management, Consulting Services, Operations & Production, & other Creative Services staff to promote & support Shared Services Member & Marketing Communications (MMC) goals.

Essential Functions:
- Provide editorial direction & edit copy for highly visible projects & initiatives
- Ensure that all communications collateral is edited to increase brand awareness of & interest in KP while accurately portraying all aspects of the KP program
- Lead and/or actively participate on project teams & w/ regional clients to develop concepts, problem solve, recommend copy solutions, & negotiate revisions
- In conjunction w/ Associate Creative Director, set priorities, delegate assignments, & monitor workload
- Ensure that copy is edited to be accurate, factually up-to-date, consistent, & reflects brand editorial standards
- Research, establish & maintain KP's factual & editorial style guidelines & marketing language in response to changing needs
- Maintain copy standards on Brand, Regulatory, Legal, & Accreditation/Accolades issues for the program & work closely w/ Brand Management, Regulatory, & Legal contacts to ensure that final copy is in compliance
- Disseminate & promote information about brand editorial standards within the company
- Manage the outsourcing of language translations by procuring & training language translation agencies & freelance personnel to ensure that language translations are appropriate for the target audience
- Ensure that communication programs are appropriately translated into required languages & that the translated materials present KP effectively in light of the cultural norms of the target markets
- Participate on inter-regional teams to develop of methods & techniques for assessing the effectiveness of KP language translations
- Collaborate w/ peers to promote best practices
- Communicate frequently w/ regional contacts to share best practices, resources, & information
- Contribute to research efforts to assess the effectiveness of KP communications programs
- Evaluate competitor literature for key marketing & member retention messages, reading level, & overall style
- Perform additional duties as necessary or assigned in support of MMC


Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) Level II required
- Bachelor's degree required, preferably in English or a related field.
- A minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years of related editorial experience in an advertising agency, publishing, corporate communications, and/or Web/multimedia
- Excellent editing, writing, & verbal skills, focusing on clarity & conciseness
- Demonstrated experience in editing diverse projects for a range of market segments, audiences & industries (consumer & business-to-business) Portfolio of work samples required
- Thorough knowledge of style guides & standards, particularly Associated Press Stylebook & Chicago Manual of Style
- Demonstrated experience in team leadership & providing direction on editing assignments of others
- Demonstrated knowledge of language translation & editing services
- Demonstrated experience with/ editing software & knowledge of graphic design processes
- Demonstrated ability to maintain high productivity amid competing priorities & tight deadlines
- Creative problem-solving & interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment


Preferred Qualifications:
Bilingual Public Health, behavior change, health literacy and/or health education experience is strongly desired.
Proficiency in MS Word and Excel

Notes:
Must pass the Bilingual Assessment Test]]> Sun, 24 Jul 2011 16:00:00 GMT 1617292-Los-Angeles-Communications