Communications Consultant ; CC​/COM; Project

This project position is funded through October 30th, 2030.

This recruitment is open to Washington State residents only.

This Communications Consultant 4 (CC4) functions as a senior-level communications consultant responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating strategic communications that support SPI's policy and health system transformation work. The position exercises a high degree of professional judgment and independence in planning, producing, and advising on communications for complex, high-visibility initiatives with statewide impact.

• Develop and implement comprehensive communications strategies that identify audiences, messaging, channels, risks, timelines, and success measures.
• Plan and produce high-quality communication products - including fact sheets, web content, presentations, talking points, press materials, and stakeholder updates - that meet federal grant requirements and support program goals.
• Translate complex policy and delivery-system concepts into clear, accessible materials tailored for rural providers, partners, and community audiences.
• Ensure all communications align with federal requirements, including CMS guidance, branding standards, accessibility expectations, and required disclaimer.
• Develop and implement communications plans aligned with legislative, policy, and operational priorities.
• Advise leadership and program staff and leadership on audiences, key messages, channels, timing, and purpose (5 Ws).
• Build and maintain relationships with HCA leadership, grant providers, contractors, COM team members, and other HCA staff.
• Serve as backup to the Policy Communications team, including Office of Tribal Affairs, Medicaid Transformation Project, and Legislative Affairs communications.

As a Senior Communications Consultant, you will act as a trusted advisor to SPI leadership, enjoying a high degree of autonomy to shape the narrative of critical, federally funded Rural Health Transformation efforts and complex health system policies. This role offers the perfect blend of high-visibility leadership and creative storytelling, allowing you to translate complex policy into clear accessible campaigns that champion equitable healthcare for rural communities, tribal partners, and the legislature.

If you are an expert communicator looking to lead digital content strategy across different platforms, mitigate high-stakes public risk, and collaborate with executive-level teams, this position offers the platform, purpose, and professional independence to take your career to the next level.

Experience may have been gained through paid or unpaid activities. Please ensure any relevant experience defined below is outlined in your cover letter, resume, and application.

• Demonstrated understanding and skills in federal funded health transformation initiatives such as Medicaid waiver programs or Rural Health Transformation efforts, or other federally funded programs with significant public or political visibility, including demonstrated ability to apply communications guidance, brand standards, and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to develop innovative and effective communication strategies.
• Excellent writing and editing skills, including the ability to digest and translate complex information into clear, plain-language communications.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize workload and to complete work on time and in a fast-moving environment.
• Demonstrated ability to apply a health equity lens when reviewing and developing communications.
• Strong collaborative skills, including the ability to communicate editorial changes in a courteous and professional manager.

While these are not required, having them may help you stand out as an applicant.

• Seven (7) years professional experience in English, journalism, communications, humanities, public relations, or related field that includes writing and editing.
• Bachelor's degree in English, journalism, communications, humanities, public relations, or related field and three (3) years of writing/editing experience; or equivalent education/experience.
• Experience using enterprise communication tools, including web content management systems (e.g. Drupal), email marketing platforms, and digital content strategies.
• Experience developing digital content for diverse audiences, such as rural…