Job Description
Job Overview:
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Department: Communications | Job Status: Salary |
| Reports To: Communication Manager |
Grade/Level: BS in related Field | Amount of Travel Required: 50% |
Work Schedule: Varies | |
POSITION SUMMARY
Administer and support communication internally and externally for the department by executing and monitoring communications strategies. This role involves creating public relations and marketing materials such as press releases of community events, blog posts regarding brands, and internal newsletters. This role also involves tracking and reporting analytics on marketing and communications campaigns and coordinating promotional events.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Essential Functions Statement(s)
Responsible for utilizing all forms of communication resources for all business units of company
Write a variety of different content to support communications and marketing efforts, including newsletters, website copy, brochures, and press releases.
Capture content and photos in the field that tells the community the Miller Poultry Story (all locations)
Assist the communications team in developing and implementing a communications strategy designed to further company objectives.
Monitor analytics and create reports detailing the successes and failures of communications campaigns and strategies.
Stay up to date on industry trends and make recommendations for adjustments to communications strategies and practices
Respond to media inquiries and maintain relationships with the community
Plan conferences and other promotional events to help keep the organization top of mind (Tradeshows, Company picnics, Sponsor events)
Coordinate volunteers, support staff, vendors, and more to support promotional events
Perform outreach to press outlets, magazines, and influencers and build strategic partnerships to grow brand notoriety
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
2+ years’ experience in a communications or marketing role
Superior time management and organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines
An analytical mind and ability to think critically
Exceptional writing and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Familiar with MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint and capable of creating visually compelling presentations
Knowledge of email marketing software such as Constant Contact or a similar program
Proven knowledge of communications and marketing ethics and best practices
Proficient public speaking abilities are an asset
Competency Statement(s)
- Sales Ability - Ability to use appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to gain acceptance of a product, service, or idea.
- Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures.
- Team Builder - Ability to convince a group of people to work toward a goal.
- Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
- Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
- Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
- Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
- Energetic - Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work.
- Enthusiastic - Ability to bring energy to the performance of a task.
- Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
- Initiative - Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
Education: Bachelor in Poultry Science or related Field
Experience: 2+ years’ experience in a communications or marketing role
Computer Skills: Basic
Other Requirements: Valid Driver License
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N (Not Applicable) | Activity is not applicable to this occupation. |
O (Occasionally) | Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day) |
F (Frequently) | Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day) |
C (Constantly) | Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day) |
Other Physical Requirements
Vision (Near, Distance, Color)
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The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate.
