Communications and Public Relations Manager

SPECTRAFORCE is looking for an energetic and driven Communications and Public Relations Manager to join our growing team in Minneapolis.

The Communications and Public Relations Manager oversees the team responsible for all global communications and public relations that drive strategic business objectives. This position contributes to the development of impactful content designed around storytelling principles and human-centric inclusive language to personalize the narrative in a way that resonates, is relatable, and captures SPECTRAFORCE’s unique culture and values. 

A Day in the Life:

• Build, mentor, and manage the performance and output of a global team. 
• Collaborate with senior leadership on strategic communication plan for company. 
• Work collaboratively with internal teams to publish timely company information, such as newsletters and company directives. 
• Drive strategy and execution for internal and external communication efforts, employee outreach, reputational management, and copywriting. 
• Develop deep understanding about SPECTAFORCE’s culture and operations to ensure team effectively and proactively manages internal and external communications.  
• Ensure communication strategy is consistent and reflects the organization’s strategic vision. 
• Adjust and modify communication plan as needed. 
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to draft news releases, externally-facing content and social copy; assist with story generation
• Build and manage relationships with key publications to compliment the global PR strategy
• Build strong internal client relationships to support strategic public relations initiatives and approaches
• Set timing of release to coordinate with company events or initiatives.
• Ensure consistent framing of messages. 
• Edit and revise content as necessary. 
• Edit, design, and print internal publications. 
• Ensure internal employees are engaged in company initiatives. 
• Conduct appraisals of current communications layout 
• Establish trust and confidence with key stakeholders.  
• Execute tasks within a designated timeframe or deadline. 
• Perform other duties assigned.  

You Proudly Possess:

• Bachelor's degree  
• Communications or public relations professional with a minimum of two (2) years relevant experience 
• Proven success in developing and executing internal communications strategies/plans for a large business, preferably in professional services 
• Solid organizational and project management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage expectations across multiple, complex projects/priorities 
• Strong executive presence and comfort working with and advising senior management 
• Analytical mindset, with ability to interpret data into meaningful insights and strategies 
• Detail-oriented with fantastic follow-through skills 
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including effective storytelling and presentation skills 
• Ability to work in a flat organization with a cross-functional, virtual team 
• Flexibility and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, while possessing a high level of comfort with ambiguity 
• Proficient in MS Office suite, including Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MailChimp 

Preferred Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, English, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, and/or Business 
• Experience in global corporate settings and/or professional services
• Knowledge of the latest internal communications measurement platforms  

We’re Proud to Claim:

Since the start, SPECTRAFORCE has achieved a very strong growth trajectory and over the last 5 years we’ve been ranked as one of the Top 25 “Fastest Growing Staffing Companies” in the US. The excitement certainly isn’t stopping now and we’re proud to say the upcoming year has significant growth forecasted making this a perfect time to join our team. Some excitable details that come with the SPECTRAFORCE name include:

• Flexible schedule to accommodate to your life
• Unlimited PTO (and we really mean it – no guilt trips when you’re out, starts your 1st day!)
• A fully supported team with training and resources
• A leadership team who cares and values your opinion
• Internet, cell phone and gym membership reimbursements (monthly)
• Lucrative benefits beginning on the 1st of the month following start date

SPECTRAFORCE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Please contact Human Resources at nahr@spectraforce.com if you require reasonable accommodation.

About Us: Established in 2004, SPECTRAFORCE® is one of the largest and fastest-growing diversity-owned staffing firms in the US. The growth of our company is a direct result of our global client service delivery model that is powered by our state-of-the-art A.I. proprietary talent acquisition platform, robust ISO 9001:2015/ISO 27001 certified processes, and strong and passionate client engaged teams. We have built our business by providing talent and project-based solutions, including Contingent, Permanent, and Statement of Work (SOW) services to over 140 clients in the US, Canada, Puerto Rico, Costa Rica, and India. Key industries that we service include Technology, Financial Services, Life Sciences, Healthcare, Telecom, Retail, Utilities and Transportation. SPECTRAFORCE is built on a concept of “human connection,” defined by our branding attitude of NEWJOBPHORIA®, which is the excitement of bringing joy and freedom to the work lifestyle so our people and clients can reach their highest potential. Learn more at: http://www.spectraforce.com
 
Benefits: SPECTRAFORCE offers ACA compliant health benefits as well as dental, vision, accident, critical illness, voluntary life, and hospital indemnity insurances to eligible employees. Additional benefits offered to eligible employees include commuter benefits, 401K plan with matching, and a referral bonus program. SPECTRAFORCE provides unpaid leave as well as paid sick leave when required by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer: SPECTRAFORCE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Please contact Human Resources at LOA@spectraforce.com if you require reasonable accommodation. 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $20.00/hr. 

About Us: Established in 2004, SPECTRAFORCE® is one of the largest and fastest-growing diversity-owned staffing firms in the US. The growth of our company is a direct result of our global client service delivery model that is powered by our state-of-the-art A.I. proprietary talent acquisition platform, robust ISO 9001:2015/ISO 27001 certified processes, and strong and passionate client engaged teams. We have built our business by providing talent and project-based solutions, including Contingent, Permanent, and Statement of Work (SOW) services to over 140 clients in the US, Canada, Puerto Rico, Costa Rica, and India. Key industries that we service include Technology, Financial Services, Life Sciences, Healthcare, Telecom, Retail, Utilities and Transportation. SPECTRAFORCE is built on a concept of “human connection,” defined by our branding attitude of NEWJOBPHORIA®, which is the excitement of bringing joy and freedom to the work lifestyle so our people and clients can reach their highest potential. Learn more at: http://www.spectraforce.com
 
Benefits: SPECTRAFORCE offers ACA compliant health benefits as well as dental, vision, accident, critical illness, voluntary life, and hospital indemnity insurances to eligible employees. Additional benefits offered to eligible employees include commuter benefits, 401K plan with matching, and a referral bonus program. SPECTRAFORCE provides unpaid leave as well as paid sick leave when required by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer: SPECTRAFORCE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Please contact Human Resources at LOA@spectraforce.com if you require reasonable accommodation. 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws.  

About Us: Established in 2004, SPECTRAFORCE® is one of the largest and fastest-growing diversity-owned staffing firms in the US. The growth of our company is a direct result of our global client service delivery model that is powered by our state-of-the-art A.I. proprietary talent acquisition platform, robust ISO 9001:2015/ISO 27001 certified processes, and strong and passionate client engaged teams. We have built our business by providing talent and project-based solutions, including Contingent, Permanent, and Statement of Work (SOW) services to over 140 clients in the US, Canada, Puerto Rico, Costa Rica, and India. Key industries that we service include Technology, Financial Services, Life Sciences, Healthcare, Telecom, Retail, Utilities and Transportation. SPECTRAFORCE is built on a concept of “human connection,” defined by our branding attitude of NEWJOBPHORIA®, which is the excitement of bringing joy and freedom to the work lifestyle so our people and clients can reach their highest potential. Learn more at: http://www.spectraforce.com
 
Benefits: SPECTRAFORCE offers ACA compliant health benefits as well as dental, vision, accident, critical illness, voluntary life, and hospital indemnity insurances to eligible employees. Additional benefits offered to eligible employees include commuter benefits, 401K plan with matching, and a referral bonus program. SPECTRAFORCE provides unpaid leave as well as paid sick leave when required by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer: SPECTRAFORCE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Please contact Human Resources at LOA@spectraforce.com if you require reasonable accommodation. 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $90000.00/yearly.