Communications Specialist 2'3 Job in Chicago, Illinois US
Communications Specialist 2'3
Location Chicago, IL Security Clearance Required? No Security Clearance Required about security clearance definitions Position Description Boeing has an opening for a communications specialist to provide communications support for the corporate employee communications team. This position is responsible for writing, editing and publishing a broad range of news stories targeted primarily to employees that help inform and educate them about company strategies, initiatives and developments. The primary role centers on writing corporate news stories for Boeing News Now, the company's around-the-clock internal electronic news service, and Frontiers magazine, Boeing's monthly four-color employee magazine. Working closely with the corporate Human Resources Communications team, this communications specialist will have responsibility for collecting, editing and publishing news stories and announcements for the weekly editions of newsletters targeted to HR professionals and the employees at the corporate offices. The successful candidate also will help develop, write, edit, and plan distribution of communications such as news releases, internal communications, and other materials; respond to requests for information; directly assist senior-level communications specialists in day-to-day communications activities; and support other communications activities as required. The communicator will need to have work experience in determining the requirements of diverse audiences and developing communications that deliver targeted messages in an effective and efficient manner. He or she should have superior project management skills that include a proven ability to establish priorities, meet tight deadlines and manage a multi-faceted internal review process. This communicator should also demonstrate meticulous attention to detail and the ability to build and maintain strong, constructive working relationships with a wide range of colleagues and business partners around the company. A working knowledge of the aerospace business is a plus. This high-visibility position, based in Chicago, Ill., involves heavy workload, multiple tasks, constant coordination and occasional travel. Frequent early morning or evening shift work required. The final candidate(s) for this position will be required to take writing and editing tests. Competencies General + Communication Generally clarifies purpose and importance; stresses major points; follows a logical sequence. Usually keeps the audience engaged through use of techniques such as analogies, illustrations, humor, an appealing style, body language, and voice inflection. Frames the message in line with audience experience, background, and expectations; uses terms, examples, and analogies that are meaningful to the audience. Generally seeks input from audience; checks understanding; presents message in different ways to enhance understanding. Uses syntax, pace, volume, diction, and mechanics appropriate to the media being used. Accurately interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. + Customer Focus Considers customers and their needs when performing and/or working with others on routine tasks; supports others and occasionally becomes directly involved in developing and sustaining customer relationships; assists more experienced employees in seeking information to understand customers circumstances, problems, expectations, and needs; prepares information which more experienced employees will share with customers to build their understanding of issues and capabilities; considers how day-to-day actions or plans affect customers; responds quickly to help others address customer needs and resolve problems. + Gaining Commitment Generally describes expectations, goals, requests, or future states in a way that provides clarity and generates interest. Seeks, gives, and summarizes information; ensures that the situation/issue at hand is understood; presents own ideas; seeks and develops suggestions of others; Makes procedural suggestions. Usually uses appropriate influence strategies (such as demonstrating benefits or giving rewards) to gain genuine agreement with fellow work group members and occasionally other interorganizational employees, uses different approaches as needed to gain commitment. Generally summarizes outcomes of discussions and establishes next steps if needed. Establishes good interpersonal relationships by helping people feel valued, appreciated, and included in discussions. + Initiating Action Generally takes independent action when confronted with routine problems or situations. Implements new ideas or potential solutions without prompting; does not wait for others to take action or to request action. Occasionally takes action that goes beyond job requirements in order to achieve objectives. + Managing Work Has a general sense of more critical and less critical activities and tasks; adjusts priorities when appropriate. Generally ensures that required equipment and/or materials are in appropriate locations so that own and others work can be done effectively. Allocates own time to complete work; tries to coordinate own and others schedules to avoid conflicts. Usually takes advantage of available resources (individuals, processes, departments, and tools) to complete work efficiently. Uses time effectively and rarely allows irrelevant issues or distractions from interfering with work completion. + Work Standards Strives to achieve a high level of quality, productivity, or service based on criteria established by supervisor/manager. Dedicates required time and energy to assignments or tasks to ensure that no aspect of the work is neglected; works to overcome obstacles to completing tasks or assignments. Accepts responsibility for outcomes (positive or negative) of one's work; admits mistakes and refocuses efforts when appropriate. Provides encouragement and support to others in accepting responsibility. Technical + Editing Fundamentals Basic - General knowledge of editing processes, practices, techniques, editing marks, reference materials, and tools. Preferred - Complete knowledge of editing processes, practices, techniques, editing marks, reference materials, and tools. + Professional Writing Basic - General ability to write clear, compelling prose. General ability to apply knowledge of fundamental writing skills to multiple communication materials to meet customer requirements and communicate with various audiences. Preferred - Complete ability to write clear, compelling prose in different styles, voices, and tones to most effectively communicate to multiple audiences. Complete ability to apply highly developed knowledge of writing skills to various communication materials (e.g., news releases, news and feature articles, promotional materials, brochures, web communications, presentations, speeches) to meet customer requirements. Basic Qualifications For Consideration Do you have experience preparing and deploying news stories to a large organization? Do you have three or more years of work experience developing written communications for publication, or in support of a corporate public relations or employee communications program? Typical Education/Experience Level 2 - Bachelor's degree and typically 3 or more years related work experience, a Master's degree and typically 1 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Level 3 - Bachelor's and typically 6 or more years related work experience, a Master's degree and typically 4 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Other Job related information Must demonstrate ability to work independently with very little oversight; make decisions that could ultimately impact the reputation of the company; think proactively; and work collaboratively. Degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or Public Relations preferred. Business Unit Corporate Division Co