Communications Sr. Specialist
Maximus is currently seeking a Communications Sr. Specialist. The Communications Sr. Specialist will work collaboratively with the Marketing & Communications Manager, internal and external stakeholders to lead and manage project communication initiatives.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the Marketing & Communications team to identify and execute project internal communication needs
- Create and design various materials for print and digital collateral including key presentations, video projects, and general project-wide correspondences
- Develop and implement communications strategies that support key organizational initiatives.
- Coordinate, develop, and issue internal resources
- Develop branding ideas, graphic designs, and promotional materials
- Create innovative marketing campaigns utilizing robust data and present strategic recommendations
- Serve as a point of contact for staff regarding communication needs
- Coordinate and release staff crisis communications
- Assist with social media efforts regarding content creation, customer service, reporting & analytics, etc
- Report and analyze communications-related data to identify strengths and potential opportunities for improvement
- Assist with the ongoing maintenance of the communications Intranet site making sure all content is timely, accurate, and complete
- Perform communications research and monitor the progress of various communications strategies
- Support and assist in developing process automations to ensure team efficiency
- Serve as department subject matter expert and act of point of contact for communications initiatives and projects
- Responsible for adhering to established safety standards
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position for an extended period
- Occasionally lifts, carries, or otherwise moves items weighing up to 25 pounds
- Work is constantly performed in an office environment
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent experience
- Minimum of 5 years of experience
- Experience in professional desktop publishing/graphic design/production (Adobe Creative Suite)
- Understanding of Intranet/Website content management functionality, including data analysis and reporting tools
- Knowledge of MS Word/PowerPoint/Excel, MS Teams, Zoom, and Outlook
- Demonstrated track record of success in the integration of a strategic communications plan
- Experience in conducting research as requested and documenting findings in an easily digestible format
- Ability to work independently
- Excellent listening skills and strong interpersonal relationships to facilitate work with a wide range of individuals and groups from culturally diverse backgrounds
- Strong understanding of integrated communications and how it can strengthen the brand and influence perception among key stakeholders
- Extensive knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of oral and written communications
- Skill in synthesizing information; writing for a variety of audiences; professional editing, and writing feature articles
- Ability to successfully execute many complex tasks simultaneously, and to perform comfortably in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
- Experience within the healthcare field a plus
- Knowledge of video production, editing, and design a plus