Communication Specialist / Executive Admin - Headquarters Facilities Department

Communication Specialist / Executive Admin – Headquarters Facilities Department (HQF) Location: Salt Lake City, UT, United States (No Local) Job Description The Communications Specialist is a career level professional role that supports the organization through a primary focus on increasing employee engagement and awareness of organizational goals, values, and promoting productivity. As part of the Communications Team, this position also communicates various messages and relies on demonstrated creative abilities to solve communications problems. This role may be involved in influencing, modifying, or executing policies which may have department-wide implications. This role participates in the development and implementation of programs and solutions to improve processes, reduce costs and/or cycle time, and improve customer service. In addition to the communication activities, this position serves as an admin and advisor to the Managing Director. This person is expected to take an active role in Headquarters Facilities (HQF) councils. Provides admin support to one or more division directors in HQF. This individual works with divine guidance to provide or support technology that furthers the mission of the Church and reflects the eternal impact of the gospel. Responsibilities Executes communication strategies and plans Helps establish communication plans that support business and content strategies, as well as client project needs Works on problems using analysis of various factors to reach creative solutions within area of expertise Collaborates with internal stakeholders to create and curate content Develops and reports on analytics to make recommendations for improvements Exercises judgement within defined practices and policies to assist in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for results Works creatively and collaboratively in defining, producing, editing, and distributing content to strengthen organizational identity and messages Event management and planning, including coordinating presentations, collateral, space and environmental planning, and project management Develops and delivers internal training as needs are identified In addition to the communication activities, this position serves as an executive admin and advisor to the Managing Director. This person is expected to take an active role in HQF councils. Provides admin support to one or more division directors in HQF. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent professional experience Work Experience: 4+ years of experience in communications or a related field Required: Must be a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and currently temple worthy. Demonstrated Skills & Abilities: Effective communications planning, brand management, and project management skills and abilities Strong interpersonal communication and leadership skills and customer-service ethic Proven creativity, organizational ability, and strong attention to detail Demonstrated professionalism, including the ability to express oneself clearly in interactions with others in verbal and written communications, both one-on-one and with a group Ability to work independently, yet collaboratively in a larger multidisciplinary team Aptitude for problem-solving, taking initiative to set priorities, and handling multiple projects efficiently and effectively Demonstrated ability to set and meet goals, objectives, and obligations while representing the mission, visions, and values of the organization Proficient in communication development tools and industry-standard technologies Flexible and adaptable to change Advanced writing, editing, research, and proofreading skills This job operates in a professional office environment To successfully perform the essential functions of the job there may be physical requirements which need to be met such as sitting for long periods of time and using computer monitors/equipment Benefits Click here to see our USA Benefit summary. Benefits include company retirement contributions up to 12%, health insurance (low premiums with good coverage), on‑site wellness benefits (gym, employee health clinic, health rewards program), flexible spending accounts, discounted transportation benefits, many employee discounts, sick time, disability benefits, and paid vacation time. About Us Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings—giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom. Equal Employment Opportunity Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr