POSITION SUMMARY:

The Communications and Employee Engagement Specialist supports the implementation of strategic Internal Communications and Employee Engagement plans that position Fincantieri Marine Group favorably with internal and external stakeholders through initiative support and execution for employee communications, employee engagement, event management, media and community relations, social media, creative writing, and graphic design support. Generates positive publicity for the company by engaging and recognizing employees and creating internal brand ambassadors.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Work with peers and departments across the organization to support the development of timely and relevant internal communications, web content, graphics, and social media content to inform and engage employees and external audiences.
• Meet regularly with all FMG communications colleagues to stay abreast of new business, contribute to strategic planning, and provide relevant updates.
• Support the development of content for employees to share via their social channels.
• Interview internal subject matter experts for content and support content creation
• Travel to our shipyards in Sturgeon Bay, Marinette, and Green Bay, as needed, to cover internal and external events and support content development for employee engagement efforts.
• Support focus groups, employee engagement meetings, and events.
• Identify and create digital and traditional print employee communications, including intranet content (news), emails, videos, newsletters, table drops, posters, and more at each shipyard.
• Design graphic content for employee digital display system.
• Coordinate photography and videography with multimedia partners to assist in content development for internal communication, press releases, marketing materials, website content, social media posts, and employee recruiting/HR materials.
• Assist with developing executive communications to ensure one consistent voice for Fincantieri Marine Group.
• Serve as backup for the communication channels team,supporting the publication of communications via all channels.
• Provide support on other communications and employee engagement projects as needed

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below 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.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Graphic Design, Business, Marketing or related field of study preferred; or any equivalent combination of skills and experience
• Two years of experience in communications, marketing, or employee relations in a corporate or business environment
• One year of experience in a defense contracting or industrial/manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Knowledge and experience with Adobe Photoshop® or Creative Suite, In Design®, Microsoft PowerPoint/Excel, etc., experience with any variety of digital content management systems, social media platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, HootSuite, etc.

SKILLS:

• Must be detail-oriented and have superior organizational skills.
• Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and be adaptable to frequently changing information and event scope.
• Must show creativity, initiative, and good judgment.
• Assertive and participate as part of a team and open to new ideas.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights or weekends, according to business demands.
• Travel may be required.
• Must have strong Microsoft Office Suites computer skills and basic knowledge of Photoshop.
• Must have strong organizational and time management skills.
• Must have the ability to maintain a professional demeanor.
• Must have effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Fincantieri Marine Group offers competitive pay with benefits in a growth-oriented environment. Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply. Apply online at https://recruiting.adp.com/srccar/public/RTI.home?c=2155013&d=FMG-External

Fincantieri Marine Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and promotes a Drug Free Work Environment. Minorities, Women, Veterans and Disabled are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Graphic Design, Business, Marketing or related field of study preferred; or any equivalent combination of skills and experience
• Two years of experience in communications, marketing, or employee relations in a corporate or business environment
• One year of experience in a defense contracting or industrial/manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Knowledge and experience with Adobe Photoshop® or Creative Suite, In Design®, Microsoft PowerPoint/Excel, etc., experience with any variety of digital content management systems, social media platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, HootSuite, etc.