External Communications Specialist

• →Elevated professionalism which demonstrates tempered emotions, empathy, positive intent, and integrity in all interactions.
• →Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships across all levels of the organization. Strong verbal and written communication skills
• →Ability to effectively communicate and present information one-on-one and in group situations, and outside of the company.
• →Ability to solve practical problems and manage a variety of variables in situations and with problems where only limited information or standardization exists
• →Open and transparent with a strong work ethic as well as the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• →Strong attention to detail
• →Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• →Must be a self-starter, independent, and strong organization skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines at any given time
• →Ability to establish and build effective working relationships with colleagues and staff. Acceptance of a variety of lifestyles, behaviors, and cultural, and spiritual practices

• 4-6 years of experience in external communications, public relations or a related field.
• Strong writing, editing and storytelling skills with an eye for media-friendly content.
• Experience working with media including pitching, drafting press releases and media training.
• Familiarity with media monitoring tools and content management platforms.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of HVAC, construction or B2B industries is a plus but not required.
• Must be proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Word

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals

with disabilities to perform the essentials functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The workplace is in a corporate office environment and the temperature in the work environment is usually moderate. The position’s primary office is the Shared Services, Irving, TX office; however, telework or work at home, on the road, or in a satellite location for portions of the workweek may occur, depending upon project needs and requirements in coordination with your direct supervisor and/or most senior leader of your department. Travel up to 20% is required.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable the individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions. Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.