Communications Specialist Communications Specialist Job

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About Blue Cross At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are developing industry-leading strategies every day that make a healthy difference in people\u2019s lives. Blue Cross has a legacy of improving health through innovation because we believe that everyone should have the opportunity to live the healthiest life possible. Chartered in 1933 as the state\u2019s first health plan, we\u2019ve been serving the health care needs of Minnesotans for more than 80 years. Blue Cross supports you with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package. Many Employee Resource Groups are active in the company, promoting inclusion and helping us meet the diverse needs of our workforce and our members. Join us, and enjoy a work environment where all employees are respected and valued \u2014 a workplace honored with a perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index for 2017. Find your place at a company that cares. Description Summary This person provides internal communication project management and creative development in support of business and corporate goals. Creative development responsibilities may include writing and editing of strategic communication plans, intranet articles, videos, events, speeches, and other communications tactics as determined. Accountabilities Consults with business partners to develop strategic communication plans in support of business goals and objectives. Executes communication tactics: Researches, develops, writes and edits materials for internal audiences. Serves as a member of integrated internal communications, community relations & enterprise events team and represents the department on various internal committees and workgroups. Evaluates effectiveness of communications strategies and tactics and shares results. Requirements Bachelor's degree preferably in the communications, marketing or journalism field and 1 year of related work experience or 5 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree. Strong research, problem-solving and analytical skills. Demonstrated interpersonal skills for working with business partners, vendors and cross-functional teams and for making formal presentations. Strong project and time management skills for juggling many changing priorities and working under tight deadlines. Demonstrated writing and general public relations skills. Demonstrated personal computer skills in the use of a suite of software tools (such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel and project management tools). Preferred Requirements FLSA Status Exempt Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer that values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic. Make a difference Thank you for your interest in Blue Cross. Be part of a company that lets you be you \u2014 and make a healthy difference in people\u2019s lives every day Blue Cross is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer that values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic. Blue Cross\u00ae and Blue Shield\u00ae of Minnesota and Blue Plus\u00ae are nonprofit independent licensees of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association

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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
Website : http://www.bluecrossmn.com

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Our history began in 1933, when seven St. Paul hospitals teamed up to form the “Minnesota Hospital Association.” It became the country’s first prepaid health care network. An early ad featured a nurse with a blue cross armband on the sleeve of her uniform. This was the birth of our iconic logo. We became the first health plan to be known as “Blue Cross.” Less than 10 years later, the name and symbol were adopted by the national Blue Cross Association. Blue Cross went on to become one of most recognized and trusted health care brands in the world.