Description
What's Under the Hood
DriveTime Family of Brands is the largest privately owned used car sales finance & servicing company in the nation. Headquartered in Tempe, Arizona and Dallas, Texas, we create opportunities and improve the lives of our customers and our employees by placing a focus on putting the right customer, in the right vehicle, on the right terms and on their path to ownership.
The DriveTime Family of Brands spans across DriveTime, Bridgecrest and SilverRock. You can find us at the intersection of technology and innovation as we use our proprietary tools and over two decades of industry knowledge to redefine the process of purchasing, financing, and protecting your vehicle.
That's Nice, But What's the Job?
In short, as the Assistant Director of Internal Communications you will develop and execute a forward-thinking internal communication strategy that supports the organization's business objectives, fosters team member engagement, and enhances overall company culture.
In long, as the Assistant Director of Internal Communications you are responsible for:
Manage our Internal Comms team effectively and empathetically to achieve consistent high performance – and encourage growth that supports business needs and individual team member goals.
Be a trusted advisor, building relationships across the business, speaking with candor, and partnering with our leadership team to ensure buy-in on the strategy and excellence in execution.
Ideate and drive effective campaigns around critical company priorities and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams on change management and communications.
Expand our internal communications tools and systems for maximum impact and utility.
Collaborate with our Employee Experience team to design and execute programs that drive employee engagement, satisfaction, and a sense of belonging within the organization.
Evolve our metrics and feedback mechanisms to evaluate the effectiveness of internal communication initiatives. Use data-driven insights to continually refine strategies and tactics.
Stay current with industry best practices, emerging trends, and technologies in internal communication to recommend and implement innovative tools and approaches.
The Specifics.
5+ years of professional writing experience in digital, print, social, and video
Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in small and large groups at all levels
The capacity to lead others
Journalism, English or Communications backgrounds preferred
Proven track record of developing successful campaigns
Strong creative mind, paired with operational rigor and top notch project management skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software; experience with intranets and digital signage is a plus
Comfort in shaping internal communications practices in an dynamic environment
So What About the Perks? Perks matter
- We take a hybrid work approach, finding balance between the benefits of in-person and work-from-home environments. This position has an on-site expectation of a minimum of three days a week.
- Medical, dental, and vision, oh my! DriveTime Family of Brands covers a sizable amount of insurance premiums to ensure our employees receive top-tier healthcare coverage.
- But Wait, There's More. 401(K), Company paid life insurance policy, short and long-term disability coverage to name a few.
- Growth Opportunities. You grow, I grow, we all grow! But seriously, DriveTime Family of Brands is committed to providing its employees with every opportunity to grow professionally with roughly over 1,000 employees promoted year over year.
- Tuition Reimbursement. We're as passionate about your professional development as you are. With that, we'll put our money where our mouth is.
- Wellness Program. Health is wealth! This program includes self-guided coaching and journeys, cash incentives and discounts on your medical premiums through engaging in fun activities!
- Gratitude is Green. We offer competitive pay across the organization, because, well… money matters!
- In-House Gym. We want our employees to be the best versions of themselves. So come early, take a break in your day or finish strong with a workout!
- Give Us a Reason (or not), and We'll Celebrate. Regardless of whether there is a holiday or not, we are finding ways to kick back and enjoy each other's company outside of day-to-day work.
- Smart-Casual Dress. Come dressed in jeans (you'll fit right in with the rest of us).
- Paid Time Off. Not just lip service: we work hard, to play hard! Paid time off includes (for all full-time roles) wellness days, holidays, and good ole' fashioned YOU time! For our Part-timers, don't fear you get some time too...vacation time is available - the more you work, the more you earn!
- Company Driver. It's one of the coolest perks of being who we are! We've got your insurance, maintenance, and cost of vehicle covered; you just keep gas in the tank.
Anything Else? Absolutely.
DriveTime Family of Brands is Great Place to Work Certified! And get this: 90% of our rockstar employees say they feel right at home here. We could spend a lot of time having you read about ALL our awards, but we'll save time (and practice some humility) just naming a few others; Comparably Awards: Best Company for Diversity, Best Company Culture and Best Company Leadership, oh and don't forget Phoenix Business Journal Healthiest Employers (okay, we'll stop there)!
Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of our background and drug screening process. DriveTime is a drug-free, tobacco-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.
And when it comes to hiring, we don't just look for the right person for the job, we seek out the right person for DriveTime. Buckle up for plenty of opportunities to grow in a professional, fun, and high-energy environment!
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