Job Title - Communications Specialist 1

Job Location – Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Job ID : 1682

Duration : 12 Months+

Job Description

The Communications Specialist supports the Portsmouth Communications and Administration team by executing tactical communications activities and providing day-to-day administrative support. This role focuses on content drafting, coordination, publishing, and organizational tasks that enable efficient delivery of internal communications and site initiatives.

Working with minimal supervision, this role takes guidance from the Communications Manager to help ensure communications are accurate, timely, and aligned with site and global standards while supporting the team’s operational needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead daily communications efforts including drafting, formatting, and publishing content for internal communications channels (e.g., intranet articles, newsletters, digital signage) in alignment with team direction
Support updates and maintenance of the Portsmouth intranet (CoLab), including posting content and ensuring pages are current and accurate
Proofread and edit communications materials for clarity, consistency, and adherence to corporate style guidelines
Partner with stakeholders and Communications Manager to prepare content for review and publication
Support the execution of internal communications campaigns (i.e., events, volunteerism, etc.) by preparing materials in alignment with team direction
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Communications or a related field preferred
2-4 years of experience in communications or a related role

Skills & Competencies

Strong written and verbal communication skills with exemplary attention to detail
Intermediate copyediting and proofreading skills
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines concurrently
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word and PowerPoint in particular)
Familiarity with SharePoint, intranet tools, or content management systems preferred
Strong collaboration and customer-service mindset
Ability to work independently under tight timelines and follow established processes and guidelines

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