Center-Level Risk Lead

CO Salary Range: USD 57,784.00 - 85,000.00 per year

Posting Date
02/12/2026

2000 16th Street, Denver, Colorado, 80202, United States of America

DaVita is committed to an unwavering pursuit of a healthier tomorrow for our patients, teammates, and physician partners. As a leader in kidney care, we have a unique opportunity to redefine how care is delivered and improve overall quality of life for individuals with kidney disease.
Position Summary
The Center-Level Risk Lead supports proactive and reactive external communications initiatives as a member of DaVita's corporate affairs team. This role serves as a vital connection point between our field operations and communications teams, providing the strategic visibility needed to shape brand-bolstering work. They contribute to content development, media relations, and strategic storytelling that protects and enhances DaVita's reputation.

• Respond to center-level issues with potential reputational impact, coordinating internal and external communications as needed.
• Serve as a liaison between center teams and the Corporate Affairs function, ensuring timely and accurate messaging.
• Lead across communications functions during times of potential operational interruptions, such as extreme weather events, to ensure cohesive and timely messaging to key stakeholders.
• Support media relations efforts by drafting responses, pitching stories, and coordinating with local and national outlets.
• Develop and maintain content that supports DaVita's reputation as a clinical leader, including press releases, talking points, and briefing materials.
• Monitor media and social channels for emerging issues and opportunities, providing regular reporting and insights.
• Coordinate internal and external content strategy in collaboration with Mercury Marketing & Communications.
• Manage communications-related special projects, ensuring alignment with enterprise goals and brand integrity.
• Participate in issue response as needed outside standard business hours to support real-time risk mitigation and stakeholder communications.
• Comfort engaging with sensitive subject matter and navigating challenging issues with empathy, clarity, and professionalism.
• Support broader Corporate Affairs initiatives, including labor relations and enterprise risk communications.

• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or related field (or equivalent work experience)
• 5+ years of experience in communications, media relations, or corporate affairs
• Strong writing and storytelling skills with attention to detail
• Experience managing sensitive issues and working cross-functionally
• Familiarity with media monitoring tools and content management systems
• Ability to work independently and respond quickly in high-pressure situations
• Service-oriented mindset with high accountability and resilience
• Comfort with ambiguity and adaptability to changing priorities

• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
• Support for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more

• Professional development programs: DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita's online training platform StarLearning.