Corporate Communications Specialist

Delta Dental Plan of Michigan • Okemos, MI

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

At Delta Dental of Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana we work to improve oral health through benefit plans, advocacy and community support, and we amplify this mission by investing in initiatives that build healthy, smart, vibrant communities. We are one of the largest dental plan administrators in the country, and are part of the Delta Dental Plans Association, which operates two of the largest dental networks in the nation. At Delta Dental, we celebrate our All In culture. It’s a mindset, feeling and attitude we wrap around all that we do – from taking charge of our careers, to helping colleagues and lending a hand in the community. Position Description: Writes and edits content for external communications, marketing and public relations efforts in support of strategic goals and objectives.

Requirements

• Position requires a bachelor’s degree in public relations, journalism, communications, marketing or related field, and three years of experience in public relations, journalism or corporate communications.
• Will accept a suitable combination of education, training or experience.
• Position requires demonstrated ability to craft clear, concise and compelling written content; excellent proofreading and editing skills; proficiency in AP style; strong verbal communication skills; working knowledge of media relations; the ability to work independently and as part of a team; and strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in content management systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Researches, develops, edits and distributes content, such as marketing collateral, website content, features and news pieces, email blasts, and other external communications.
• Works closely and collaborates with various departments to ensure cohesive and effective communication strategies.
• Builds relationships with internal and external key stakeholders to identify opportunities for collaboration, and to reinforce the organization’s brand and initiatives among target audiences.
• Assists media relations efforts with communication campaigns and special projects and provides support in managing media inquiries and coordinating press events.
• Serves as a liaison with company departments and committees to strategize and develop communications that support company initiatives.
• Ensures alignment and consistency in messaging across the organization.
• Tracks, analyzes, and evaluates media and online coverage to measure the effectiveness of communication strategies.
• Perform other related assigned duties as necessary to complete the Primary Job Responsibilities as described above.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees