Public Relations Specialist II

Internal Reference Number : R1046868

Summary : Assists with planning internal and external special events and coordinates corporate projects for the company. Analyzes requests for corporate funding and generates related reports and correspondence. Develops and maintains effective relationships with community entities while responsibly allocating corporate funds.

Location :

This position is full-time (40-hours / week) Monday-Friday in a typical office environment. You will work an 8-hour shift scheduled during our normal business hours of 8 : 30AM-5 : 00PM. This role is located at 4101 Percival Road, Columbia, SC 29229.

What You’ll Do

Reviews applications for funding and tracks resulting disbursements with the cost and budget and tax departments. Ensures that corporate guidelines are met prior to forwarding requests for payment. Reviews business plans and interim post‑donation reports to ensure donation funds are consistently utilized as approved by the CEO of BCBSSC.

Support communications staff with project management, writing, event planning, promotion, and logistics. Collaborate with Corporate Marketing Communications (CMC) to promote volunteerism and corporate philanthropy initiatives. Safeguards handling of cash during campaigns and related internal fundraising events.

Assists community relations management in maintaining related records. Ensures that corporate policies, desired representation, and / or other related objectives are met for approved special events / fund raisers.

Writes feature articles for internal corporate publication.

To Qualify for This Position, You’ll Need the Following

Required Education : Bachelor's degree.

Required Work Experience :

5‑years of general business administration experience to include interaction with senior level management and external clients.

We Prefer That You Have the Following

Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Experience planning and managing an event

Experience posting for a corporate social media account

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes the Following

Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage

401k retirement savings plan with company match

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

On‑site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations

Education Assistance

Service Recognition

National discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more

What We Can Do for You

We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have the opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.

What To Expect Next

After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy‑related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email mycareer.help@bcbssc.com or call 800‑288‑2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis.

We participate in E‑Verify and comply with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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