Marketing Communications Specialist - Internal Communications

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc.; Lowell (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. seeks a Marketing Communications Specialist in Internal Communications to develop strategic messaging, craft content, and coordinate programs that align with enterprise goals.

You will partner with senior leaders to translate strategy into employee communications that drive engagement and clarity. The role emphasizes collaboration across departments, managing campaigns and events, and ensuring timely, high-quality communications across channels in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, English or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop communications plans aligned to enterprise priorities and change management best practices.
• Contribute to storytelling initiatives highlighting employee impact and company strategy.
• Coordinate enterprise campaigns and live events with cross-functional teams.
• Ensure alignment across internal channels and timely delivery of messaging.
• Write and edit employee communications including emails, intranet content, executives messages and announcements.
• Maintain reporting on communications programs and effectiveness.

Skills

Internal communications

Content writing

Editing

Project management

Stakeholder management

Storytelling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Bachelor's degree in Marketing

GED (Required)

High School (Required)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Intranet CMS

Job description

Job Title: Marketing Communications Specialist - Internal Communications Department: Creative & Design Country: United States of America State/Province: Arkansas City: Lowell Full/Part Time: Full time

Job Summary

Under general supervision, this position will support internal communications and enterprise-wide strategic initiatives by developing communications plans, content, coordinating programs and executing high-impact communications. This role works closely with senior leaders and stakeholders across the business to translate executive-level strategy into clear, compelling messaging that drives alignment, engagement and results. The Marketing Communications Specialist will play a key role in shaping how strategy comes to life for employees, working on high-visibility initiatives and supporting programs in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of strategic communications plans aligned to enterprise priorities and organizational change management best practices.
• Contribute to storytelling initiatives that highlight employee impact, innovation and company strategy
• Assist in managing enterprise campaigns, live events and company initiatives, including project coordination across cross-functional teams through project management tools to track progress and deliverables
• Ensure alignment across internal communication channels, including activation and timing of messaging
• Write and edit employee communications including emails, articles, intranet content, executive messages, FAQs and announcements.
• Ensure timely and accurate communication delivery, meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality standards
• Maintain communications reporting and ongoing program reporting to inform strategy and continuous improvement
• Optimize content for each channel based on audience needs and channel best practices

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, English or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 2 - 5 years of related work experience in corporate communications, public relations, content creation, editing, publishing, planning and project management.
• Demonstrated knowledge of internal and change communications best practices
• Strong writing and editing skills with the ability to adapt tone for different audiences
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects
• Ability to collaborate across teams and work with senior stakeholders and executive leaders

This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

Compensation

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company’s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.

Benefits

• medical benefit
• dental benefit
• vision benefit
• 401(k) retirement plan
• life insurance
• short-term and long-term disability coverage
• paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time)
• six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave
• six paid holidays annually

Education

• Bachelors: Advertising
• Bachelors: Business Administration/Management
• Bachelors: Business Communications
• Bachelors: Digital Communications and Media/Multimedia
• Bachelors: English
• Bachelors: Mass Communication
• GED (Required)
• High School (Required)

Work Experience

Communications, Marketing Certifications

Job Opening ID

00640202

Marketing Communications Specialist - Internal Communications (Open)

“This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.”

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc.

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, persons with disabilities, protected veterans or other bases by applicable law.

Fortune 500 experience. Career advancement. Nationwide relocation possibilities.

Headquartered in Northwest Arkansas, J.B. Hunt is a dominant force in transportation and logistics, offering exciting career opportunities both at corporate and at field locations across the country. There are a variety of job types that support our business, so no matter your passion, J.B. Hunt is the place to jumpstart your career.

Why J.B. Hunt?

J.B. Hunt is a leading transportation and logistics company for one simple reason - our people. The career possibilities and benefits of working at J.B. Hunt are endless. From competitive salary and benefits packages, to defined career paths and growth opportunities, we take care of our people and take great pride in our efforts to build and sustain an inclusive workplace for all employees.

What are we looking for?

J.B. Hunt welcomes high-energy, forward-thinking people of all backgrounds and experience levels to join our team. We offer full-time, entry level, professional and management opportunities across all departments. Whether you are fresh out of school or bring years of industry experience, a role at J.B. Hunt could take your career to the next level. J.B. Hunt is proud to serve individuals of all abilities.