Social Media Specialist

Social Media Specialist

There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.

John Deere is an equal opportunity employer, including disabled & veterans.

Primary Location: United States (US) - Illinois - Moline Function: Communications (CA) Title: Social Media Specialist

This position may be located in Moline, IL, Des Moines, IA or Chicago, IL per the hiring manager's discretion.

Your Responsibilities

As a Social Media Specialist located in Moline, IL, Des Moines, IA or Chicago, IL, you will be:

• Lead social listening for the corporate social media team, develop engaging content and engage our online audiences to improve brand affinity
• Analyze key metrics to guide content performance and bring new, innovative ideas to elevate Deere's social media presence
• Content creation: Provide input to ensure engaging content by channel and audience and ensuring all content maintains a consistent brand voice and message
• Community management: Monitor social media channels for comments and messages, and respond to customer inquiries and concerns to foster community engagement
• Analytics and reporting: Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure content and channel success while providing insights and reports to the corporate social media team
• Trend research: Stay up-to-date on the latest social media trends, platform updates, and industry news and help us deliver an innovative, fun and engaging social media presence

What Skills You Need

• Passion for social media and proficiency with major social media platforms and social media management tools
• Experience supporting real-time crisis communication efforts across social platforms, collaborating with cross-functional teams to monitor sentiment
• Excellent social listening skills
• Ability to understand historical, current, and future trends in the digital content and social media space
• Strong copywriting and copy-editing skills

What Makes You Standout

• Top-notch oral and verbal communication skills
• Impeccable time management skills with the ability to multitask
• Detail-oriented approach with ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines

Education

Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent related work experience

What You'll Get

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Highly competitive base pay
• Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
• Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
• Adoption assistance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuition assistance
• Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
• Charitable contribution match
• Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use
• Vacation and Holiday Pay

$77,628.00 - $116,436.00 + Benefits

Must be 18 years of age or older to apply