Develops and coordinates lines of communication within the organization among employees. Implements policies and programs to increase employee awareness and knowledge of activities affecting employees.

Responsibilities:

  • Plans, develops and implements employee communications delivered via traditional and new technologies in accordance with departmental goals and budget considerations.

  • Plans, edits and supervises publication of in-house newsletters and bulletins. Writes feature articles and secures necessary approvals.

  • Works independently or provides direction to research subject matter; develops general expertise in order to write, edit and coordinate the production and distribution of a number of specialized and general employee communications.

  • Shares responsibility to oversee content on Web and SharePoint sites.

  • Provides direction and leadership to maintain and administer communication production standards: brand, style, grammar, etc.

  • Applies advanced knowledge and experience to communications deliverables which may include, but not limited to implementation and evaluation of mergers and acquisitions and other initiatives.

  • Frequently needs to integrate contributions with other complex projects; Provides support and guidance for complex projects, integrates the work of self and others, and works to meet goals and deadlines; Works closely with program and service vendors, creative agency partners and internal graphic designers; supports copy writing, design and production for various communications, for example, those related to project launches, SPO newsletters and engagement activities.

  • Manages distribution of communication materials to company and other personnel using various media including emails, newsletters, promotions, presentations and articles.

  • Develops and applies tools to measure and trend results.

  • Possesses and applies broad knowledge of concepts and principles or exhibits technical expertise in a specific area; works with minimal instruction or guidance with appreciable latitude for un-reviewed action or decisions; performs moderately difficult assignments with diverse scope and complexity, requiring a great deal of originality, creativity and problem solving with initiative and independent judgment required.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related area of study, or equivalent education/experience. 

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in communications or related experience.

  • Strong computer skills and software proficiency that includes Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher and SharePoint).

  • Ability to handle confidential information.

  • Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills.

  • Ability to interact effectively at all levels.

  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.

  • Ability to plan, coordinate and complete objectives.

  • Strong customer service skills with ability to manage competing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with AP style

  • Experience with employee engagement initiatives

Working Conditions:

  • Hybrid working environment: Baltimore, Cedar Rapids, Denver, Philadelphia

Compensation:

  • The Salary for this position generally ranges between $75,000 - $85,000 annually. Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.

  • Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion. 

Applicants must possess legal authorization to work for our company in the U.S. without the need for immigration sponsorship or otherwise serving as an employer of record for immigration employment purposes. At this time, this role is not eligible for immigration-related employment authorization sponsorship.

This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. In the event an employee or applicant requests or requires an accommodation in order to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request.