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Come Smile with Us!

Join Delta Dental of Iowa as a Corporate Communications Specialist. In this role, you will support internal communications, executive messaging, and brand alignment while partnering closely with the CEO, Senior Executive Assistant, Corporate Communications Director, and the broader Communications team. The Specialist contributes to the planning and delivery of high-quality communications and engagement initiatives that support business priorities, while also providing coordinated project and operational support for the CEO and Board of Directors. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, proactive communicator who brings strong writing, organizational, and collaboration skills and thrives in a fast-moving, team-focused environment.

Learn why Tessa enjoys working on the Marketing Communications team.

Why Delta Dental of Iowa?

For your smile. For your health. For your community.

At Delta Dental of Iowa, we’re more than just a dental and vision insurance company. Improving health and wellness is at the center of everything we do. As a not-for-profit, we aim to build stronger communities by investing in actions that promote and improve health. Delta Dental of Iowa invests 40% of our dollars directly back into the communities we serve.

Come see why we are passionate about "Bringing Smiles" to our customers. Our team enjoys competitive pay and benefits, an awesome "One Team" approach, and a company culture that fosters "Exceptional Quality Service" and "Leadership at All Levels." Together, we can make a difference – not only in Iowa but across the country.

Essential Functions and Principal Accountabilities:

Internal Communications and Content Development:

• Contribute to the development and delivery of written internal communications, including ongoing leadership of the weekly internal newsletter and company intranet content.
• Support Committee and Board of Directors communications by reviewing, refining, and preparing materials in partnership with the CEO and Senior Executive Assistant, and assisting with additional Board communications as needed.
• Collaborate with the Communications team to design and deliver internal communications that are clear, effective and aligned with brand standards.
• Support awareness and alignment across the organization through coordination and communication of the company’s Master Calendar.
• Assist with the design and review of presentation materials for CEO and Executive Leadership for Board and internal meetings.

Leadership Support:

• Provide coordination support for internal and external meetings involving Executive Leadership, the CEO, and Board of Directors as needed.
• Support the CEO and Senior Executive Assistant through administrative and logistical coordination, including travel planning, scheduling, and day-to-day operational support.
• Review internal materials, keep documents up to date and upload pertinent materials into the Board portal to ensure timely and accurate distribution.

Event & Engagement Support:

• Support planning and execution of internal engagement activities, meetings, and celebrations that foster connection and culture.
• Partner with the Corporate Communications Director to support sponsored events and partnerships, helping ensure deliverables, timelines, and partner coordination are effectively managed. 
• Oversee responsibilities related to the Delta Dental Store, ensuring proper usage and brand compliance.

Project Coordination & Administrative Responsibilities:

• Manage the coordination and delivery of special projects assigned by the CEO and Corporate Communications Director. 
• Support communications-related activities in alignment with evolving business needs and organizational priorities.
• Provide administrative and logistical support for lunches, gatherings, and small-group activities.
• Assist with maintaining organized records, timelines, and tracking systems to support visibility and progress across Communications projects.
• Partner with external vendors to support communications and brand initiatives as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required

1. Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field; equivalent experience will be considered. 
2. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to adapt messaging for different audiences.
3. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and dependable, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, lead projects and work independently.
4. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams. 
5. Ability to work collaboratively, follow direction, and manage responsibilities positively in a fast-paced environment. 
6. Demonstrated professionalism and discretion when working with executive-level and confidential information.
7. Willingness to travel occasionally as needed. 
8. A valid driver’s license is required.

Preferred

1. 1-3 years of experience in an administrative role or marketing and communications.
2. Experience supporting internal or executive-level communications.
3. Familiarity with brand standards and presentation development. 

Delta Dental of Iowa is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. It is also the policy of Delta Dental of Iowa to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of their status as individuals with disabilities or protected veterans, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements.