Communications Specialist

Communication Specialist

(Public Relation Specialist)

Job Overview:

Public Relations Specialist is responsible for communication with employees, customers, consumers, the media, and the general public to protect and promote the reputation of the company including public communications and community relations/corporate responsibility.

Roles and responsibilities:

Internal/External Communication

• Support development and distribution of public communications (e.g. media releases, speeches, newsletter, social media communications, etc.)
• Support preparation of executives for media/analyst interviews
• Respond to inquiries (e.g. first contact for inquiries from the public, the press, consumers, government agencies, etc.)
• Execute communications plan and cadences to receive the disseminate important information.
• Establish and maintain communication channels and platforms that facilitate two-way communication, feedback, and idea sharing among employees, promoting a culture of open communication and transparency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistency in messaging, alignment with organization goals, and effective communication of key messages to all employees.
• Measure monthly employee sentiment, engagement levels, and feedback through various means to continuously improve internal communication strategies.
• Leverage digital communication platforms and tools for effective communication.
• Plan and coordinate employee meetings (town halls, skip level, roundtables, benefits, open enrollment, and etc.)
• work with internal communications team to maintain clear and consistent messaging across all plants.

Community Relations/Corporate Social Responsibility

• Support company's involvement with the communities in which the organization operates to address social, economic, and environmental challenges and promote the company's image in a positive way
• Support offering of public education awareness programs to community members as an act of goodwill.
• Other tasks assigned.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Public relations, business marketing, or a related field
• At least 1-3 years of relvant experience
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to develop creative and impactful communication materials that resonate with diverse employee groups utilizing photogrpahy, vieography, editing, and graphic design skills.
•  Ability to travel as needed for meetings, conferences, and other relevant events