Communications Business Partner

* Position is eligible for Hybrid schedule from our Fargo, ND office. *

Hiring Manager: Cailin Shovkoplyas

Department: Communications

Talent Partner: Elizabeth Fleming

Telecommuting Eligible: No

Job Grade: E10

Job Title

Communications Business Partner

Job Summary

The Communications Business Partner is responsible for providing hands-on support to develop, implement, and drive communication and brand strategies for the organization. This position serves as a strategic partner for internal divisions and is accountable for working with leaders across the organization to successfully implement communication plans in support of organizational and brand strategy. This position relies on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals, build relationships, and provide strong project management for company initiatives and projects.

Key Performance Indicators

• Utilizes a consultative approach with a can-do attitude to provide the most effective, efficient, and productive solutions
• Ability to develop communications conducive to aligning the company's goals and mission with the department or business' needs
• Strategic business partnering and collaborative partnerships with leadership

Essential Functions

Key Duties/Responsibilities/Accountabilities

• Serves in a customer-facing role for the Brand & Marketing Communication division and is the "voice" of internal and external customers in developing communication strategies and supporting tactics.
• Works to identify corporate communication objectives and priorities and develops tactics to advance those.
• Advises stakeholders on application of communications industry standards and best practices to meet business and brand integration needs.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to produce effective communication campaigns and materials, as well as evaluate satisfaction with results.
• Reviews and tracks project requests to determine best course of action and coordinates activities accordingly.
• Coordinates development and management of content for a variety of channels including websites, digital screens, and print.
• Manages social media accounts.
• Demonstrates expertise and knowledge of effective use of earned, owned, and paid communication channels.
• Fosters positive and collaborative day-to-day relationships with internal divisions and departments, as well as external consultants.
• Develops clear understanding of business drivers and strategies for delivering clear messages.
• Drives cultural transformation through strong communication, positive influence, and strategic thinking.

Non-Essential Duties and Functions

• Other duties as assigned.
• Provides assistance as needed for media inquiries.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Project Management, or related field OR equivalent work experience
• 3 years' experience in communication, writing, and/or marketing
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including PowerPoint with an aptitude to continue to learn and enhance skills
• Strong collaboration, project management, organization, and relationship management skills
• Takes initiative and has strong creativity skills
• Strong presentation and communication skills both written and verbal
• Experience and skills in understanding business requirements and translating these requirements into an internal communications strategy and implementation program that supports (and flexes with) these requirements
• Ability to work within a team (or teams) while sharing best practices

Preferred Qualifications

Above requirements and the following:

• 5 years' experience in communications, writing, and/or marketing
• Demonstrated success in relationship building with organizational leaders as well as collaborating with and influencing stakeholders

Environment and Cognitive/Physical Demands

• Office Environment
• Ability to read, hear, speak, keyboard, reason, communicate effectively and problem solve
• Requires prolonged sitting and telephone use
• Requires the use of office equipment such as computer terminals, telephones, copiers and printers
• Infrequent lifting to 15 pounds
• Infrequent stooping

Segregation of Duties

Every employee is responsible to perform their duties and responsibilities in accordance with Noridian values, policies and procedures, including but not limited to: Segregation of Duties Principles, HIPAA, Security and Privacy, CMS requirements, the Noridian Compliance Program and any other applicable laws, rules and regulations.

Statement of Other Duties

This document describes the essential functions, requirements, and responsibilities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Employees may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description and may be required to perform any task requested by the supervisor or management.

Total Rewards Package:

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, Voluntary Insurance Plans, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, 401k and Company Match, Company-paid Life Insurance, Education Assistance Program, Paid Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, Increasing PTO Accrual Plan, Medical/Parental/Disability Leave, Workers Compensation, Retiree Benefits, Severance Package, Employee Assistance Program, Financial and Health Wellness Benefits, Casual Dress, Open Office Setting, and Online Learning System.

CMS Access Compliance and Regulation Contingency Statement

Some positions require compliance with (i) federal and agency specific regulations and related clauses included in Noridian's prime contracts with the Government, (ii) background checks, and (iii) eligibility for a government-issued identification card.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities as well as Sexual Orientation or Gender Identity.

Other Information

Noridian is a Federal Contractor required to comply with the Executive Order 14042 and the guidance released by the Safer Federal Workforce Task Force. This Order requires us to ensure all employees working on covered contracts are vaccinated against COVID-19 unless approved for an accommodation due to a medical condition or a sincerely held religious belief. All candidates must be fully vaccinated upon their start date or have an approved accommodation. To request an accommodation, please contact our Human Resources department at noridianhr@noridian.com.

As of December 7, 2021 the nationwide Federal Mandate has been put on hold. At this time, candidates would not be required to be vaccinated or have an approved accommodation, however if the Executive Order 14042 / Federal Mandate is deemed Legal by court rulings, candidates and employees would need to comply.

This job will be closed 10/14/2022 at 8:00AM CST. No further applications will be considered.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)