Department: Executive Services - Communications
Employment Type: Full-Time
Minimum Experience: 3-5 Years Experience
Work Environment: Hybrid - within the state of Michigan
The American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM) is a leading organization dedicated to advancing the highest standards in emergency medicine through certification, education, and collaboration.
Position Summary
The Communications Specialist develops and executes ABEM’s communications across digital, print, and internal channels. This role creates, refines, and manages content to ensure messaging is clear, consistent, and aligned with organizational priorities. The position partners closely with leadership and internal stakeholders to support strategic communications efforts.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, draft, and refine content for publications, website, email communications, and social media
- Execute communications plans, including messaging, timelines, and content delivery
- Edit and proof materials for clarity, accuracy, and consistency with ABEM style
- Maintain and update website and digital content to ensure accuracy and timeliness
- Produce a range of written and multimedia communications materials
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align communications with organizational priorities
- Support meetings, projects, and other communications initiatives as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, digital media, or related field
- 3–5 years of experience in writing, editing, communications, or content development
- Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with attention to detail and AP style proficiency
- Experience creating content for multiple audiences and formats (technical, editorial, and marketing)
- Familiarity with content management systems, web platforms, and digital communication tools
- Strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and exercise independent judgment
- High level of professionalism and discretion with sensitive information
What You’ll Bring
- Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills
- A proactive, detail-oriented approach to communications work
- Strategic thinking and adaptability
- Commitment to producing high-quality, accurate content
Additional Information
- Occasional travel (up to approximately 5%) may be required