Job Summary
The Communication Associate writes and edits content for internal and external company channels. Collaborates with subject matter experts to plan, create, and distribute clear, accurate content to achieve communication goals. Helps keep the Communication team's work organized and supports internal stakeholders by gathering information under established processes.
Responsibilities
Essential functions:
Gathers information to understand communication needs for internal and external audiences.
Researches and organizes details of past and similar communication efforts to support planning.
Writes and edits content in accordance with brand style guidelines, in collaboration with subject matter experts and under direction from project leads.
Seeks and incorporates feedback from multiple stakeholders.
Helps maintain and update internal communication documents including company history, directories, etc. following established guidelines.
Reviews written content for accuracy and compliance with standards prior to publishing.
Communicates with project stakeholders and Communication team members about the status of projects.
Identifies potential issues with projects and escalates risks or delays as needed.
Shares observations and ideas for improving communication planning and execution.
Serves as the back‑up publisher for official company channels.
Non‑essential functions:
Stays up to date with Associated Press Stylebook.
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or other designate.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in communication or related field.
Experience in writing, editing, and/or communication.
Required knowledge of PC for Windows, Microsoft Office, internet, and email.
Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
Knowledge of Associated Press Style.
Skills and Abilities
Organized and detail oriented.
Excellent interpersonal and project management skills.
Ability to meet tight deadlines and make decisions under pressure.
Creative thinker and problem‑solver.
Tenacity to see a project to completion.
Attention to detail.
Strong customer service skills including being competent, accurate, responsive, and engaged.
Physical Requirements
Frequency at which you would carry/lift in a typical day:
Lift from Waist:
10 to 25 lbs. - Not at all
26 to 50 lbs. - Not at all
51 to 75 lbs. - Not at all
75 to 100 lbs. - Not at all
100+ lbs. - Not at all
Lift from Floor:
10 to 25 lbs. - Frequently
26 to 50 lbs. - Occasionally
51 to 75 lbs. - Not at all
75 to 100 lbs. - Not at all
100+ lbs. - Not at all
Carried for Distance:
10 to 25 lbs. - Not at all
26 to 50 lbs. - Not at all
51 to 75 lbs. - Not at all
75 to 100 lbs. - Not at all
100+ lbs. - Not at all
Physical Activity
Frequency at which you would do the following in a typical day:
Sitting
– Continuously
Standing
– Frequently
Walking
– Frequently
Bending/stooping
– Occasionally
Crawling
– Not at all
Climbing/Walking Stairs
– Frequently
Reaching
– Frequently
Crouching/squatting
– Occasionally
Kneeling
– Occasionally
Balancing
– Occasionally
Repetitive motion
– Continuously
Pivoting
– Occasionally
Pushing/Pulling
– Occasionally
Grasping
– Continuously
Fingering
– Continuously
Talking
– Frequently
Driving
– Occasionally
Desk work
– Continuously
Use of a computer
– Continuously
Use of a telephone
– Frequently
Hearing
– Continuously
Exposure
– Not at all
Travel
– Occasionally
Benefits
Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity
FSA & HSA
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Disability Benefits
401(k) Retirement Plan
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Holidays
Paid Volunteer Time
Personal Leave time and more!
Bonuses to employee‑owners upon the achievement of branch and company goals.
Equal Opportunity For All
It’s not just the law. It’s something we’ve believed in since our founding. We value the diversity of all of our employee-owners and will always be an equal opportunity employer.
Background Check and Drug Testing
Criminal background check (required for all positions)
Motor Vehicle Record check (required for positions involving driving)
Drug testing
The MVR check and drug testing will be communicated to the offered candidate during the onboarding process and as applicable.
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Communication Associate Job at Border States in Fargo
Border States, Fargo, ND, USA
Job type: Full Time