Communications Specialist

Caterpillar Inc.•Irving, TX

3d•$97,530 - $146,290•Onsite

About The Position

The Law, Security & Public Policy Communications Specialist partners with leaders and subject matter experts to shape messaging and drive alignment in support of business objectives and strategy. The role leads and executes strategic communications initiatives supporting division and enterprise priorities, and owns the development, coordination, editing, and planning of internal communications across multiple platforms. Caterpillar’s Law, Security & Public Policy Division includes Global Legal Services, Compliance, Global Trade, Global Security, and Global Government & Corporate Affairs. The position collaborates with global internal stakeholders, advises on communications approaches, and manages division communications vehicles. It creates and distributes content across employee channels, develops comprehensive communications plans, translates complex concepts for different audiences, adopts technology and innovative communication methods, and uses performance metrics to improve engagement. The role is based onsite in Irving, Texas, five days per week, with domestic travel of up to 10%.

Requirements

Knowledge of developing and maintaining trust, with the ability to build trusting relationships and provide valued perspectives that guide thinking, facilitate issue resolution, and enhance client or peer capabilities.
Knowledge of interpersonal relationship techniques and the ability to work constructively and collaboratively with varied individuals and groups.
Knowledge of effective listening and communication concepts, tools, and techniques, and the ability to receive, transmit, and accurately interpret information and ideas to influence others.
Knowledge of planning and arranging tasks and resources, with the ability to organize time and resources systematically to complete work.
Knowledge of internal communications techniques and media, with the ability to produce and distribute employee-targeted news, newsletters, and other communications materials.
Knowledge of multimedia publishing technologies and procedures, and the ability to use audio, visual, and animation software tools to produce multimedia publications.
Must be able to travel domestically up to 10%.
Must provide samples of work, such as writing, graphic design, or video.
Must be able to work onsite five days a week.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with global internal stakeholders and advise on suitable approaches to communication efforts through communication plans and strategies.
Own division communications vehicles, including writing, editing, and distributing internal materials such as newsletters, websites, and employee meetings.
Create content for employee communications channels and ensure consistent messaging and branding across channels, including articles, videos, interviews, Q&As, infographics, and presentations.
Develop, own, and execute comprehensive communications plans, messaging, and materials that inform, inspire, and align employees with business strategy and customer objectives.
Translate complex concepts into clear, audience-appropriate communications for internal and external stakeholders.
Use technology and innovation to reach and engage audiences in new and creative ways.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously, with attention to details, deadlines, and prioritization.
Analyze performance and monitor communications metrics to refine strategies and continuously improve engagement.