Communications Specialist Job Details | Farm Credit Mid-America

Farm Credit Mid-America is a financial services cooperative serving financial needs of farmers and rural residents in Arkansas, Indiana, Kentucky, Missouri, Ohio, and Tennessee. Our purpose is to secure the future of rural communities and agriculture. We are passionate about serving the needs of our rural communities and creating positive customer experiences.

Farm Credit Mid-America is a great place to work! We have been named as a Best Places to Work in Kentucky for the past 12 years. At Farm Credit Mid-America we put our customers and team members at the heart of all we do.

SCHEDULE: Full Time

TRAVEL REQUIRED: Less than 10%

COMPENSATION: $57,361.00 to $106,984.00 base salary plus potential for variable compensation. Base pay is determined by your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Farm Credit Mid-America/Rural 1st may compensate outside of the salary range for bona fide reasons not related to membership in a protected class.

About Our Opportunity

The Communications Specialist supports the development and execution of internal and external corporate communications that maintain Farm Credit Mid-America's vision, brand and culture. This role will create corporate communications to meet business objectives in customer and team member communications, regulatory communications, reputation management, and crisis communications that engage, inform and inspire.

How You Will Spend Your Time

• Assist with written materials, including press releases, Q&As, presentations, fact sheets and website content.
• Help coordinate media outreach and coverage with media releases, TV/radio interviews, feature stories, PSAs, press conferences, etc.
• Support communications for the Farm Credit Mid-America and Rural 1st brands.
• Support the development of multimedia content such as infographics, fact sheets, presentations, etc. as needed.
• Coordinate photography and videography for/of events, activities, etc. for use in publications, media, etc. and ensure appropriate releases are signed and filed; maintain graphics & photo files.
• Provide clear and concise internal communications that reflect Farm Credit Mid-America's culture, brand, and key audiences.
• Support Brand Experience division priority projects, including internal and external events, volunteer programs, etc.
• Provide support for corporate intranet and internal content, updating and refreshing as needed.
• Participate on teams where appropriate to support communication strategies and content.
• Support corporate communications content and editorial calendar efforts.
• Partner with and assist other business units, content owners and project stakeholders to identify opportunities and implement solutions that drive usage, streamline processes and facilitate internal and external communications.
• Assist with tracking and reporting on communications' performance metrics.
• Coordinate with the communications managers to address stakeholder inquiries and feedback.
• Support the communications manager in crisis communication efforts as needed.

Minimum Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in business, communications, marketing or related degree. At least two years of successful experience in communications, customer experience or marketing in a corporate environment.

Mental & Physical Requirements

While engaged in this position, team members will routinely sit, use hands for tasks, and communicate orally. Standing or walking is frequently required, while occasional demands include reaching with hands and arms, and lifting or moving up to ten pounds. Vision requirements encompass close and distance vision. The work environment typically has a moderate noise level. This role may entail a blend of mental and physical capabilities, requiring strong mental acuity, problem-solving skills, and occasional physical tasks such as standing, lifting, or extended computer usage. Some roles may require physical or mental requirements related to driving, such as a valid driver's license, and the ability to drive a long-distance. Reasonable accommodations will be considered for individuals as requested.

Farm Credit Mid-America provides a competitive total rewards package to our team members. This includes an award winning 401(k) Plan. Our Health and Financial wellness benefits provide safety, security and peace of mind for you and your family. Here is a highlight of our Total Rewards and Benefits.

Farm Credit Mid-America is an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will receive consideration for employments without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by law.

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