Senior Communications Specialist

Calumet • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

PURPOSE: The Senior Communications Specialist will develop and maintain media, community and employee relationships and activities in and for the corporation, our Specialties business and our Indianapolis location based on a corporate strategic plan for optimal impact. The Senior Communications Specialist will also manage internal communications for the corporation. The goals of the role include building and maintaining positive relationships between the company and key constituencies, including local, trade, and national media outlets; business associations; community residents; employees and potential employees; and philanthropic organizations. Key deliverables include: The implementation of measurable public relations tactics for the Corporation and the Specialties businessMaintaining engagement of employees through a strategic and dynamic internal communications plan Coordinated community relations activity for the Indianapolis site Strong relationships with key constituencies: company leaders, employees, community

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Public Relations, or equivalent work experience in these fields
• 5+ years related work experience
• Proven ability to work autonomously with integrity
• Public speaking ability and presentation skills
• Proficient user of Adobe Creative Suite
• Proficient user of MS Office Suite
• 10-15% domestic travel

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements an internal communication campaign to support business goals. This includes a dynamic mix of communication types and channels. Leads Intranet content management
• Partners with Director and business leaders to develop public relations campaigns and then implements strategies and tactics
• Partners with Director to execute media relations activities; including proactive and reactive work and crisis communications.
• Coordinates and manages employee engagement, community and philanthropic events
• Measures and reports on results of public relations activities
• Serves as a liaison and point of contact between Calumet and community organizations.
• Tracks and manages issues-related communication
• Works with the Director to support two-way communication between the corporate office and employees
• Promotes employee engagement
• Serves as an ambassador for the company, both internally and externally

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees