External Communications Specialist opportunity now open!

Kim, who heads up our Communications team, has let me know that they are looking to add an External Communications Specialist who will be responsible for the planning, development and implementation of strategic communications programs that support the acquisition and retention of policyholders. Activities and projects include developing and overseeing Pinnacol’s online presence, assisting with branding and marketing tactics, management of digital properties and online content development and collateral materials, press releases, social media and videos.

Kim is looking for candidates who bring knowledge of marketing, digital and communications practices including both planning and implementation along with the ability to provide communications counsel to management and employees and to manage customer expectations and negotiate as necessary. You'll also need to possess the ability and skill necessary to persuade, influence, and/or convey a viewpoint. Candidates should have superior writing skills (we will likely ask to see samples) and experience with a wide range of communications vehicles, e.g. websites, social media, print. You’ll need to be able to track and manage multiple projects simultaneously, effectively manage the workload and meet deadlines, have the proven ability to research answers, and have strong computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets, graphic design, presentation software) and knowledge of printing processes, audio, and video productions.

A Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or related field strongly preferred although relevant work experience (similar kind of work at a similar level of work as described in the essential duties) may be substituted for the bachelor's degree.  Completion of a degree is encouraged and supported and you should have approximately five to seven years of related experience.

If interested, please apply on-line via our company website!