Communications Specialist

Full-time

Do you have experience and/or education in communications, journalism, or public relations that you would like to put to use?

Our Marketing Department has an opening for a Communications Specialist.

Responsibilities of the Communications Specialist position include:

• Create, edit and/or collaborate on internal and external communications including, but not limited to, newsletters, social media, letters, press releases and emails.
• Create and maintain content on the internal employee intranet site.

• Review and respond to external text messages sent to the credit union.
• Manage the Employee Spouse & Dependent Student Grant Program and assist with the processing of grant applications for the member and employee grant programs.

• Write and distribute media advisories and press releases to local, national and industry media.
• Work closely with other departments to coordinate internal communications.
• Review written internal and external communications to ensure consistency and accurate content.
• Participate in community and industry events to build a positive brand image for the credit union.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in communications/journalism/public relations or related emphasis, plus two to five years’ experience as a communications/public relations specialist, or the equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Ability to work with executives and staff at all levels.
• Strong organizational skills and the flexibility to handle several projects at once.
• Fully knowledgeable in word-processing software, spreadsheet software, as well as minor software programs.