Communication Specialist I at GEICO in Bethesda

Communication Specialist I

Location: Bethesda, MD · Hybrid

Why Join GEICO?

At GEICO, we offer a rewarding career where your ambitions are met with endless possibilities.

Every day we honor our iconic brand by offering quality coverage to millions of customers and being there when they need us most. We thrive on relentless innovation to exceed our customers' expectations while making a real impact on local communities nationwide.

Founded in 1936, GEICO is a member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies and one of the largest auto insurers in the United States. When you join our company, we want you to feel valued, supported, and proud to work here. That's why we offer the GEICO Pledge: Great Company, Great Culture, Great Rewards, and Great Careers.

SUMMARY:

The Communications Specialist I will be responsible for managing and executing communications for our corporate initiatives. This includes creating and implementing communication strategies, supporting executive communications, developing agency team updates and crafting sales enablement tools and training. The individual will work closely with company executives and other stakeholder, ensuring clear and effective communications to enhance understanding, drive engagement and foster an environment of collaboration.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Researches, Writes, and Disseminates information about major initiatives.

• Completes recurring, complex, and companywide projects and ad hoc requests.

• Maintains and Expands network of contacts on assigned beat.

• Generates steady supply of story ideas for associate communications

• Conducts interviews by phone and e-mail.

• Takes photographs as needed, or Obtains art from other sources, to illustrate own articles or others.

• Masters software and takes regular turn preparing Gnie and email content.

• Expands understanding of GEICO’s business and industry.

• Products an associate communications vehicle (Plaza Weekly, ERG event invitations, ICYMI, etc.)

• Gathers all necessary data and materials.

• Writes copy and take/obtain photos/artwork as needed.

• Ensures first-rate quality of product.

• Meets production deadlines.

• Adheres to GEICO Code of Conduct, company policies, and operating principles.

• Meets attendance standard at business location to perform necessary job functions and to facilitate interaction with management and co-workers.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to, with or without accommodation, perform the essential functions which include, but are not limited to seeing, hearing, typing and speaking

• Must be able to work both independently and in a team environment

• Must be able to multi-task

• Must be able to learn and apply large amounts of technical and procedural information

• Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

• Must have the following education or experience:

• Bachelor's degree required, degree focus in English, journalism, communications, public relations or a related field is preferred

LOCATION: any GEICO hub location

• Bethesda, MD

• NYC

• Chicago, IL

• Buffalo, NY

• Melville, NY

• Cleveland, OH

***Open to remote

TRAVEL: 10% for events and meetings

Annual Salary

$56,375.00 - $101,475.00

The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.

At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

The GEICO Pledge:

Great Company: Protecting customers through life’s twists and turns with innovation and integrity.

Great Careers: Personalized development programs, mentorship, and certification assistance.

Great Culture: Inclusive and collaborative culture rooted in shared success.

Great Rewards: Competitive pay, benefits, and flexibility to support your well-being and future.

The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.

GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.