Specialist- Talent Marketing and Communications – People and Process at First Solar Inc in Perrysburg, Ohio

Job Description:

First Solar is leading the world’s sustainable energy future. We are an exciting work environment in one of the most important industries of the 21st century. First Solar is a leader in the development and manufacturing of thin film solar modules used in grid-connected solar power plants. Our cost-advantaged solar technology boasts the smallest carbon footprint, lowest life cycle water use, and fastest energy payback in the industry. We are delivering solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges including climate change, energy security, water scarcity, and the unsustainable growing consumption of natural resources. At First Solar, you will feel valued, appreciated and challenged, working side-by-side with some of the top minds in the industry. You will be regularly updated on the company’s goals, progress and achievements. First Solar maintains a culture where all associates work together to lead the world’s sustainable energy future. We believe in employee engagement, collaboration, well-being and productivity for all generations and emerging work styles.We’re changing the world. Now, let us start with yours. First Solar is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. First Solar’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by application country, federal, state or local laws; the company prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

Basic Job Functions:

The Specialist I, will be responsible for providing support for the Talent Marketing and Communications – People & Process functions for the global HR team.  This will include supporting the following: (1) a social media strategy that tells the story of First Solar while expanding our brand reach, awareness and engagement (2) communication efforts for the Human Resource team to internal customers and events, presentations and communications for internal audiences.

Experience:    

• Internship and/or 1-2 years of experience in Marketing, Communications, Branding or Human Resources is required


• Experience working in a global, multisite organization is preferred


• Experience working in a manufacturing environment is preferred


• Previous experience with using social media for recruiting is preferred

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business or related field is required

Required Skills/Competencies:

• Knowledge of social media platforms and their users


• Must be detail oriented and consistently accurate


• Ability to follow up on projects and meet deadlines


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills


• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills


• Strong organizational skills


• Proficient use of all Microsoft Office suite programs

Essential Responsibilities:

• Talent Marketing:
  
  
  • Social Media:
    
    
    • Develop, schedule and publish engaging content across different platforms in alignment with our social media plan
    
    
    • Collaborate with social strategy to execute the organic channel and content strategy
    
    
    • Shoot, film and edit content for posting
    
    
    • Conduct onsite photoshoots and content-gathering sessions on a regular basis
    
    
    • Develop and write paid and organic copy for all major social media platforms
    
    
    • Monitor and moderate all social mentions of brand across social channels
    
    
    • Respond to questions and/or comments on social media platforms
    
    
    • Travel to events to promote Talent Brand and create various styles of content
    
    
    
    
  
  
  • Associate Value Proposition & Marketing:
    
    
    
    • Provide support to talent strategies such as: (1) Employer Value Proposition (3) Talent Communities (4) Alumni Groups   
    
    
    • Assist in developing and maintaining the brand messaging and brand visual elements
    
    
    • Ensure campaigns are aimed at communicating our brand messaging
    
    
    • Influence brand initiatives, ensuring consistency with tone of voice and brand messaging
    
    
    
    
  
  
  
  


• Communications – People & Process:
  
  
  
  • Communications:
    
    
    
    • Assist with the delivery of HR Communications to keep business partners informed and engaged
    
    
    • Partner with HR Global Team to ensure communications are timely, on topic and using the appropriate channels
    
    
    • Act as subject matter expert on communications tools such as Bananatag
    
    
    
    
  
  
  • Branding Services:
    
    
    
    • Assisting with onsite with events for executive leadership; in advance and day of
    
    
    • Assist with presentation design for executives as needed
    
    
    
    
  
  
  
  

• Other duties as assigned


• This job description is subject to change at any time

Reporting Relationships:

• This position will report to the Director, Human Resources and will not have any direct reports


• This position will work closely with the Senior Specialist, Talent Marketing

Travel:

• 5-10% travel annually. Current passport and ability/willingness to travel internationally are strongly preferred.

US Physical Requirements:

Office Physical Requirements:

All positions in our office require interaction with people and technology while either standing or sitting. In order to best service our customers, internal and external, all associates must be able to communicate face-to-face and on the phone with or without reasonable accommodation. First Solar is committed to compliance with its obligations under all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. In keeping with this commitment, it attempts to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees in accordance with the requirements of the disability discrimination laws. It also invites individuals with disabilities to participate in a good faith, interactive process to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made without imposing an undue hardship.

Potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role.   All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check band any other tests that may be required.