Communications Specialist (Specialist - Supervisor)

Job Duties and Qualifications

The Communications Specialist plays a pivotal role in maintaining Halliburton's reputation by ensuring cohesive, targeted messaging across internal and external channels. This role supports internal clients, including Marketing, IT, and Supply Chain. The Specialist will be responsible for channel management, media relations, daily media monitoring, software expertise, and producing high-quality corporate documents, such as executive bios. A strategic thinker and a strong writer, this individual will collaborate cross-departmentally to meet Halliburton’s broader communication objectives.

Day-to-day Accountabilities

Channel Management:

Oversee the Newswire and other communication platforms, ensuring timely and accurate distribution of content across channels.

Media Monitoring & Clips:

Monitor daily media coverage relevant to PSL, IT, and Supply Chain, preparing and distributing daily media clips to internal stakeholders.

Trade Media Pitching:

Identify opportunities and pitch stories to trade media outlets, focusing on increasing visibility for PSLs and key projects.

Content Development:

Write, edit, and review press releases, internal memos, executive bios, and other corporate documents, ensuring all content aligns with communication strategies.

Metrics & Reporting:

Track and analyze communication metrics to assess the impact of content, making data-driven recommendations for improvements.

Software SME:

Serve as the expert for communication tools, providing support and troubleshooting, while ensuring efficient use of systems, including HMS Admin.

Ad Hoc Requests:

Respond to spontaneous communication needs from internal clients, delivering high-quality content under tight deadlines.

Cross-Departmental Collaboration:

 Work closely with IT, Supply Chain, and Marketing teams to ensure seamless execution of communication strategies and campaigns.

Key Competencies and Skills Required

Writing
•    Crafts messages clearly and impactfully
•    Tailors content tone and style to suit different audience needs.

Technical acumen
•    Demonstrates mastery in utilizing communication tools and software.
•    Ensures content delivery is optimized through technological insights.

Analytical thinking
•    Analyzes communication metrics to guide strategy adjustments.
•    Interprets data for actionable communication improvements.

Organizational Skills
•    Prioritizes effectively to support varied departmental communications.
•    Manages complex schedules and deadlines with precision.
•    Strong project management 

Collaboration
•    Fosters teamwork to ensure communications reflect organizational goals.
•    Engages with multiple departments for cohesive strategy execution.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

•    Requires a high school diploma and a minimum of 5 years of experience in Marketing or Communications, which includes high-level project management experience. 
•    An associate or undergraduate degree in marketing or communications, and experience in Halliburton is preferred.

Candidates having qualifications that exceed the minimum job requirements will receive consideration for higher-level roles give (1) their experience, (2) additional job requirements, and/or (3) business needs. Depending on education, experience, and skill level, a variety of job opportunities might be available from Marketing Specialist to Sr Marketing Specialist or Marketing Supervisor.