Health Communications Specialist I

Lantana Consulting Group provides services and software for standards-based health-information exchange. We have established ourselves as a trusted leader in the industry with two decades of expertise in developing and deploying technical specifications and interoperability solutions. As a rapidly growing distributed, employee-owned company, we hire exceptional talent nationwide and offer flexible remote work arrangements. We take pride in our mission to improve public health and quality of care and to advance research. 

Primary purpose:  

Creates, coordinates, and tracks project communications for a large federal public-health program. Develops messaging for science-based products and tools for audiences of different knowledge levels and interests. Supports rapid-response activities. Ensures deliverables comply with regulatory requirements and reporting standards and maintains records for transparency. Works independently on routine tasks and follows guidance for complex projects. 

A successful candidate will do the following: 

• Coordinate with the communications lead to develop strategies for communications, outreach/partnership, and marketing   
• Support the communications lead by creating deliverables, tracking progress, and coordinating with other project stakeholders to ensure timely delivery 
• Facilitate meetings, prepare meeting materials, and draft talking points 
• Develop content in various formats for internal and external audiences of varying knowledge levels 
• Maintain an awareness of policy and program decisions that affect communications strategies 
• Support rapid-response activities 
• Promptly triage communications and policy-related inquiries appropriately 
• Ensure deliverables conform to regulatory requirements, reporting standards, and industry best practices as well as client branding, policy, and style 
• Maintain records, communication logs, and versions of documents in compliance with federal laws and policies 

Required qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Business, or related field 
• Four (4) or more years of experience in Communications or other relevant field 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to convey complex technical information clearly and persuasively to readers who have varying levels of technical understanding 
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, particularly Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint  
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a distributed, team-oriented, and collaborative environment with federal partners and other federal contractors  
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail  
• Experience with government contracts or programs  
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment 
• Ability to successfully complete a Position of Public Trust Level 5 background investigation 

Preferred qualifications: 

• Background in public health or healthcare 
• Knowledge of Plain Language fundamentals 
• Familiarity with federal reporting and compliance processes  
• Experience working directly or on contract for Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and/or Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)  

Additional information: 

• We are a remote organization, but we prioritize in-person collaboration during key events such as our annual company meeting.  
• We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants for current openings will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.  
• For this position, the candidate must reside in the United States.