Communications
The Communications Team is responsible for and manages the public relations activities for the company, including policyholder relations and information programs (seminars, newsletters, and brochures), community relations and media relations, internal communications, policyholder survey programs, public affairs support, and marketing/advertising creative expertise. The team oversees and coordinates public relations activities designed to improve the company’s image and standing with policyholders and the general public. There are several positions on the Communications team including:
Communications Representative
Supports internal and external communications and public relations goals through the development of newsletters, brochures, advertising and media relations programs. BA in Journalism, Mass Communications, Public Relations or related degree. Additional formal training in media relations, marketing practices, graphic design, and public speaking desirable. At least two years experience in direct public relations work in community or constituent relations, special events planning, and public relations programming or planning. Experience should also include writing and editing various information pieces and press releases. Design experience desirable. Experience with the Internet and intranet desirable.
Communications Writer
Supports internal and external communications and public relations goals of the Communications Department through the development and production of magazines, newsletters, brochures, web site communications and public relations programs. Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism or English or related degree and previous experience in writing and editing various information pieces and press releases required. Must also have proven research and interviewing skills.
Seminar Events Coordinator
Supports external communications and public relations goals of Public Relations Department through management of seminar, speaker bureau and One-on-One programs, press releases and advertisements of such programs and fulfilling public speaking engagements. Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Mass Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or in a related field. Additional formal training in public speaking desirable. Two years writing or journalism experience preferable. Demonstrated computer knowledge. Knowledge of workers’ compensation necessary to give Fundamentals presentation.
Communications Clerk
Provides general clerical support to Public Relations Department. High school degree or GED. Minimum of two years general office experience; including customer service experience.