Job Title: Communications Specialist 1
Duration: 6+ month contract (extension possible)
Estimated Start Date : 9 June 2025
Location: Chicago IL/Peoria IL
Hybrid role; Peoria IL or Chicago, IL office ( in office 50% of the time)
Daily Schedule: Only working 20 hours a week ( Part time)
Pay Range: $20-21/hr
Job Description
Role summary:
Supports employee communications content; participates in the execution of employee communications programs within the organization.
Typical task breakdown:
Collaborating with internal stakeholders and advising on the suitability of approaches for communication efforts.
Tracking and analyzing metrics to measure the effectiveness of internal communications.
Assisting in the planning and creation of content for employee communication channels; ensuring that messaging and branding are consistent across all channels.
Developing and distributing communications materials, such as written communications, presentation materials, etc. to deliver key messages.
Key Responsibilities
Intake of submitted materials from Communications Business Partners
Partnering on ad-hoc requests such as compliance and safety-related asks: Incl. Talent Management and HR-related newsletter asks.
Curating newsletter content
Creating physical newsletter send via Poppulo
Reviewing newsletter content with leader
Pull distribution lists monthly.
"Sought Out" News Materials
Browsing Viva Engage for relevant news updates.
Curating and distributing these materials via Poppulo.
Interaction with team:
Team of 8-10 people and their extended teams.
Gathering input from those teams to develop content and creating that content to deliver to broader internal team and stakeholders.
Work environment:
Hybrid; ability to be in office for intentional collaboration sessions
Education & Experience Required:
Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, or applicable field of study.
Technical Skills (Required)
1+ years’ experience in graphic design; skilled writer, previously having experience in published content on a corporate scale.
Proficient in computer software programs such as MS Office and Adobe Acrobat.
1+ years’ experience in communication functions.
Ability to manage tasks and deadlines with attention to detail
Basic graphic design skills preferred.
Soft Skills (Required)
Excellent communication skills
Attention to detail
Collaboration experience/skills
Self-starter/ someone who has initiative to come up with ideas and strategies.
Team player