Create your future with SASCU Credit Union! We invite you to join a team where you can feel good about the work you do and the positive impact on the communities we serve in the Shuswap region. We believe in fostering a work environment that is the perfect blend of friendliness, support and professionalism, not to mention, fun! Are you passionate about content creation, engaging audiences, and storytelling? As SASCUs Communications Specialist , you will carry out strategies to improve communications flows within and outside the organization, supporting brand engagement and strategic alignment. This role will provide communications support and counsel to all leadership levels of the organization. You will also provide strategic content creation, development, and execution in print and digital, including development and delivery of SASCUs social media strategy. What youll do: Collaborate to develop communication plans and strategies to amplify SASCUs brand and support business outcomes. Manage media requests, service interruptions, and crisis communications. Lead social media coordination and content creation. Develop and bolster use of standardized communication tools and processes to help align staff understanding of and engagement with business strategy, vision, purpose, and values. Optimize internal communication channels and establish protocols to support effective communication flow throughout SASCU. Create content for a variety of platforms, including SASCUs websites and blogs to promote SASCU, financial management advice, and the value of membership. Write, edit, and distribute content, including publications, press releases, annual reports, scripts, and other material as requested. What youll bring: 4-5 years of experience in corporate communications and/or marketing communications. A degree in Communications or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Superior written and oral communication skills. Graphic design experience. Strong Microsoft SharePoint skills. Comprehensive knowledge of social media across multiple platforms. Working knowledge of project management fundamentals and proven ability to manage a variety of projects simultaneously through to completion. We value qualities and competencies that dont always check a box, so if you are interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your experience doesnt perfectly align with whats listed. We invest in our employees by offering: A competitive salary plus performance-based incentive pay, and a pension plan with SASCU matching all funds. The salary range for the role is $73,100 to $91,400 per year ; the upper half of the salary range is typically reserved for individuals who have demonstrated consistent, strong performance in the role and possess a high level of job knowledge and skill. Comprehensive group benefits coverage including extended health and dental care, travel insurance, and life insurance, and an Employee and Family Assistance Program. Flexible spending account for additional health and personal wellness activities and expenses. Flexible work arrangements and paid time off including vacation, medical/care time, paid personal days, and paid community volunteering. Opportunities for career growth, financial assistance for training and development, and rewards and recognition. Additional benefits including waived or reduced banking fees and reduced rates on personal loans and mortgages. This is a full-time, Monday to Friday position working on-site in Salmon Arm, BC. It is an excellent opportunity for a community-minded individual to further their career within a successful and growing organization. If this sounds like you, let us know! Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: SASCU is an equal opportunity employer committed to supporting Diversity and Inclusion. We recruit and select applicants for employment solely based on their qualifications, with emphasis on selecting the best-qualified person for the job. We support an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their experiences, ideas, and perspectives. A bit about SASCU: SASCU Financial Group offers a broad range of personal and business financial services through SASCU Credit Union and its three lines of business: SASCU Insurance, SASCU Wealth, and Commercial banking. SASCU Credit Union branches are in Sicamous and Sorrento, plus two in Salmon Arm. Established in 1946, SASCU has more than 20,000 members, 165 staff, and $1 billion in assets. Learn more at The successful candidate will be required to meet fidelity bonding requirements, including completion of references, a criminal record check, and credit check.
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Communications Specialist