Job Description:

Are you a strong writer and creative communicator looking to start or grow your career? The Weitz Company is hiring an Internal Communications Coordinator to join our team at our headquarters office in Des Moines, Iowa. This role will support the coordination, development, and execution of communication throughout the company to help keep employees informed, connected, and engaged. This is a great entry-level opportunity for someone looking to join a collaborative team!

The Weitz Company has been Building a Better Way since 1855. We are a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder, and construction manager with office locations throughout the United States. We believe our employees to be our most valuable asset, and we are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves.

What You’ll Do:

• Draft, edit, format, and distribute internal communications
• Maintain the internal communications calendar and support scheduling and coordination of communications across company channels
• Support company-wide meetings and employee events by assisting with presentation development, content gathering, meeting communications, technology coordination, and other logistical needs
• Support company-wide internal communications campaigns
• Gather information and content from departments, business units, and subject matter experts to support internal communications and employee storytelling
• Maintain and publish company intranet content, including routine page updates, news posts, links, documents, and other content
• Assist with newsletters and recurring employee communications by gathering submissions, drafting and editing content, coordinating reviews and approvals, and preparing materials for distribution
• Proofread and review communications for accuracy, grammar, punctuation, spelling, formatting and consistency
• Assist with tracking quarterly internal communications metrics, including gathering and organizing available engagement data to support evaluation of communication efforts
• Assist with basic design and multimedia needs for internal communications including graphics, presentations, posters, digital signage, videos, and promotional materials
• Partner with Marketing and other Shared Services teams to support brand consistency and alignment of internal communications
• Maintain communication files, templates, distribution lists, content libraries, and other resources to support an organized and efficient internal communications function

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience:
  • Entry-level opportunity; previous internship(s) or professional experience in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or related area is a plus
  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations, journalism or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• Skills:
  • Detail-oriented and highly organized
  • Strong writing, editing, and proofreading abilities
  • Ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple assignments and deadlines
  • Curious and eager to learn
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Ability to take direction, incorporate feedback, and apply learnings to future assignments
  • Comfortable collaborating with employees at varying levels of the organization from entry-level to executive employees
  • Ability to learn new technology and communication platforms quickly
  • Demonstrates initiative and follows through on commitments
  • Creative mindset with an eye for creating engaging, employee-friendly content
  • Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information appropriately
• Technology:
  • Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and Excel
  • Experience with or interest in learning SharePoint, Canva, Monday.com, Constant Contant, Box, and Zoom
  • Ability to learn specific job-related software upon hire

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay
• Rewarding Bonus Program
• Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
• Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fully Paid Parental Leave
• Voluntary Products Including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
• Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.

The Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of the Company without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of the Company. Please, no phone calls or emails.

The Weitz Company, LLC (and its U.S.-based subsidiaries and affiliates) recognizes the value of and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and follow applicable affirmative action guidelines and policies. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with applicable ​state and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and background checks are required if applicable. Click here to review our Privacy Notice.

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