Communications & Engagement Specialist

Job-ID: 15907; Location(s): Broomfield, CO

Job Summary

The Communications & Engagement Specialist is part of the Employee Experience Team and plays a key role in fostering a connected and engaged workforce by developing and executing internal communication strategies and employee engagement initiatives. This role supports company-wide messaging, enhances the employee experience, and strengthens organizational culture through compelling storytelling, strategic communication planning, and engagement activities. The ideal candidate is a skilled communicator with a passion for collaboration, creativity, and driving employee connection.

Position Responsibilities

Internal Communications (65%)

• Develop and deliver compelling written and visual content for email, intranet, and digital signage, ensuring a consistent and engaging tone across all employee and executive communications.
• Support the strategic design, development, and implementation of communications related to organizational initiatives, ensuring clarity, alignment, and employee engagement.
• Maintain a unified and strategic approach to internal messaging, ensuring all communications reflect the company's Purpose, Values, and Business Strategy.
• Partner with leaders and stakeholders across departments to understand communication needs, provide strategic guidance, and deliver impactful messaging.
• Address communication challenges, offer insights and recommendations to enhance leadership messaging and employee engagement.
• Provide system-related support and administration for internal communication tools, including the mobile intranet platform, to enhance accessibility and engagement.
• Oversee multiple communication initiatives simultaneously, ensuring alignment, timely execution, and clear visibility of milestones.
• Develop, implement, and maintain processes, best practices, templates, and tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in internal communications.
• Compile engagement data to track effectiveness of communication activities and make recommendations based on findings.

Employee Engagement (35%)

• Lead the development of employee engagement initiatives, events, and recognition activities to enhance workplace culture, drive connection, and promote community involvement.
• Support the coordination of employee surveys and feedback mechanisms, analyzing results and recommending action plans to drive engagement.
• Support the employee experience for a dispersed workforce by creating and promoting opportunities for engagement and two-way feedback, including partnership and support of Employee Resource Groups.
• Drive participation and awareness of company programs, events, and initiatives through creative campaigns and communication strategies.
• Support additional projects and responsibilities as needed to support the company's evolving communication priorities.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling content across multiple channels for diverse internal audiences.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively.
• Experience in communication planning and content calendar development.
• Familiar with business strategy and able to translate complex ideas or concepts into impactful, people-focused communication plans.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality, exercising sound judgment in handling sensitive information.
• Experience with intranet platforms, digital communications, and content management systems.
• Enthusiasm about creating a positive employee experience through thoughtful and impactful communication and engagement initiatives.
• Proficiency with design programs like Canva, Adobe Express, or similar.
• Knowledge of employee engagement best practices, culture-building strategies, and change management principles is a plus.

Education & Experience

• A bachelor's degree is required, preferably in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Human Resources, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in internal communications, employee engagement, corporate communications, or related field.
• Experience or certification in change management preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Staffbase or a similar platform is preferred.
• Relevant certifications will enhance qualifications.

Total Rewards Package:

Compensation

• Base: $71,379 - $92,793 annually, based on specific compensable factors including, but not limited to education, work experience, and geographic market.
• Bonus: This role will be eligible for participation in a discretionary annual bonus program, pursuant to which an employee may be awarded a percentage of their salary based on the company's performance and their own individual performance.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Wellness Program
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
• Voluntary Benefits (Life, AD&D, Disability)
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 7.5% company contribution
• Time Off Programs - 22 days Paid Time Off (PTO), 9 Company Holidays, 2 Volunteer Days

Application Window

• Posting date: 04/11/2025
• The application deadline for this job is: 05/09/2025

Your contact person:

Lauren Stauffer

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