Communications Specialist

Integrated Resources Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing firm is looking for a Communications Specialist for a 2+ month role in Washington, DC. The specialist will execute communication strategies, engaging in writing, research, and operational support for marketing communications. Ideal candidates will have 1-3 years of experience in a related field and be adept at crafting compelling content.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years writing experience in a corporate or agency environment.
• Ability to write clear, compelling content to varying audiences.
• Strong problem solving, analytical and research skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute health plan communication strategies including writing and researching materials.
• Manage day-to-day contact with Plans to ensure service quality.
• Develop and maintain departmental policies and procedures.

Skills

Writing

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Research Skills

Job description

Integrated Resources, Inc is a premier staffing firm recognized as one of the tri-states most well-respected professional specialty firms. IRI has built its reputation on excellent service and integrity since its inception in 1996. Our mission centers on delivering only the best quality talent, the first time and every time. We provide quality resources in four specialty areas: Information Technology (IT), Clinical Research, Rehabilitation Therapy and Nursing.

Job Description

Title: Communications Specialist

Durations: 2+ Months (Possible extension)

Location Washington, DC, 20005

Responsibilities:

· 1-3 years writing experience in a corporate or agency environment or in a similar communications field

· Ability to write clear, compelling content in various styles/formats to varying audiences

· Has broad understanding of departmental functions, policies, procedures and practices.

· Strong problem solving, analytical and research skills.

· Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment is essential.

· Ability to interact with all levels of the organization.

· Reporting to the Manager of Marketing, Communications, and Health Promotion, the health plan communications specialist will execute on certain components of the health plans’ communication strategies, including research and development of written materials, and will provide operational support to the overall health plan communications team.

· In collaboration with internal corporation communications team members and internal SMEs, researches, writes, edits, proof reads, and updates print, telephonic, and sometimes web-based/social media communications deliverables designed to meet the various needs of the line of business.

· Deliverables could include but are not limited to: handbooks, newsletters, welcome and training kits, website content, mailings, etc.

· Manages some day-to-day contact with the Plans to ensure a high level of service is provided and to ensure that the plans’ needs are met.

· Manages plan communications document library on SharePoint

· Ad-hoc and special communications projects as requested by leadership

· Reports, meeting minutes and other administrative duties

· Development, dissemination and maintenance of departmental policies and procedures

· Other marketing communications tasks as assigned

· Upon request, performs research related to health literacy and cultural competency.

· Summarizes findings related to industry best practices and provides recommendations to management.

· Experience writing in a corporate or agency environment or in a similar communications field:-Required 1 Years.

· Ability to write clear, compelling content in various styles/formats to varying audiences:-Required.

· Broad understanding of departmental functions, policies, procedures and practices:-Required.

· Strong problem solving, analytical and research skills:-Required.

If you are not interested in looking at new opportunities at this time I fully understand. I would in that case be appreciative of any referrals you could provide from your network of friends and colleagues in the industry. We do offer a referral bonus that I’d be happy to extend to you if they turn out to be a great fit for my client.