Communications Specialist

This Fortune 500 client is a global manufacturer of residential and commercial building supplies and has won awards for sustainability and leadership while consistently maintaining a place in the top 10 Best Corporate Citizens list for multiple years in a row. With options for growth and development, as well as a commitment to inclusivity, health & wellness, and competitive benefits options, this is a great company to grow your career! Opportunity: Contract (2 years) Schedule: Monday – Friday (part time, flexible hours) Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota Payrate: $55-$60+/hour (depending on experience) Responsibilities Serving as the primary contact for community organizations, neighborhood groups, and residents, including intake, coordination, and follow up on concerns. Coordinating community efforts with company communications, legal and government affairs representatives to ensure consistent, timely and defensive messaging. Working closely with plant management and consultants to develop appropriate messaging and responses to community concerns/questions, including documenting actions taken and closing the loop with stakeholders. Identifying organizations, causes, programs and/or events to support through grants, sponsorships and employee volunteers. Representing the company on select community boards and committees. Representing the company at community events and association meetings. Managing structured engagement between concerned residents and internal operations representatives to ensure issues are addressed, tracked and resolved with clear accountability and follow-up. Tracking, measuring, and reporting on community engagement activities and outcomes, including responsiveness, resolution timelines, and effectiveness of mitigation efforts. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience. 3-5 years of experience in community relations, communications or nonprofit engagement, public affairs, or related roles involving issue management. Strong self-starter and ability to exercise sound judgment in sensitive or high visibility situations. Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills. Ability to manage budgets and prioritize resources based on risk and impact. Familiarity with social media, nonprofit management and neighborhood association structure preferred. Due to timing of community events, working some nights and weekends is required. #J-18808-Ljbffr