The Communications Manager will assist the IIW Value Center and Vice President, Communications, ITT Defense in managing a broad range of communications activities to include public relations, marketing communications, employee communications, community relations, corporate philanthropy and executive communications, as well as domestic and international trade shows. This position is responsible for supporting and executing all communications activities that will support IIW and achieve its business objectives in accordance with the ITT Vision and Values.

Major Responsibilities:
' Help to develop and execute long-range and annual communications strategies and plans that are aligned with the company's business objectives, address both external and internal audiences, and are executed within the group's budget.
' Position the ITT brand consistently and innovatively to all internal and external stakeholders in accordance with the Corporate branding guidelines.
' Assist in the development of a proactive media relations strategy to enhance relationships with news media, ensuring accurate coverage.
' Serve as spokesperson for selected news media and provide training/counsel to other leaders who need to interact with the media.
' Draft and disseminate news releases, media alerts and other media materials in collaboration with Corporate Headquarters and various ITT value centers.
' Assist in the management of external public relations and advertising agencies to maximize synergies and enhance effectiveness of the communications function.
' Partner with Business Development by developing/managing programs including, but not limited to, advertising, domestic and international trade shows, collateral and customer communications.
' Manage the content and design for both the external Web site and the employee intranet.
' Partner with Human Resources to develop and implement an internal communications plan, including, but not limited to, employee newsletters, memos, all-employee meetings, executive speeches, and facility visuals/signage (both print and electronic).
' Other duties as required.


' Bachelor's degree; major in Journalism, English, Advertising, Public Relations, Marketing or Communications preferred
' 5+ years of public relations/marketing communications experience
' Strong verbal and written communication skills
' Ability to interact with all levels of management, news media, customers, and vendors; must be able to impact and influence others and work cross-functionally.
' Experience in managing external public relations and advertising agency personnel.
' Ability to work independently, with the utmost confidentiality and strong judgment
' Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks/deadlines
' Solid understanding of corporate/business environment and strategic development.
' Experience and successful track record with relationship management of local, national and trade media.
o Active relationships and/or experience with defense media are required.
' Some domestic travel required.

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U. S. Citizenship required (green card holders and permanent residents not eligible). Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. ITT is an equal opportunity employer.

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