Internal Communications Specialist

You have a passion for people—building culture, shaping stories, and empowering teams to thrive. Discover a career designed to be different at a 100% Employee-Owned company.

As an Internal Communications Specialist at Room & Board, you’ll play a vital role in engaging current staff members and attracting future talent through thoughtful, authentic communication. Reporting to the Director of Internal Communications as part of the HR team, you’ll support both internal communications and employer—crafting compelling content, managing communication channels, and driving initiatives that strengthen our internal culture and external reputation.

Location:

4600 Olson Memorial Highway

Golden Valley, MN 55422

Please note: This is a hybrid role working Tuesday through Thursday in our office. We are not considering remote candidates.

You'll share your talents as an Internal Communications Specialist in the following ways:

Internal Communications

• Manage the editorial calendar for Worklife, our company SharePoint intranet.

• Plan, write, and audit content ranging from company news and celebration stories to staff profiles and business updates.

• Collaborate with internal partners to share content and ensure site pages are accurate and relevant.

• Support intranet page creation and troubleshooting for other content owners.

• Gather and report on engagement metrics.

• Partner with Technology and third-party vendors to ensure Worklife’s functionality and performance.

HR & Wellness Communications Support

• Provide communications support for HR initiatives, wellness programs, Open Enrollment, and other company-wide efforts.

• Collaborate with the Brand team to create signage and visual assets for communication across locations.

Staff Member Engagement & Recognition

• Support planning and execution of company-wide efforts that build community, celebrate milestones, and foster staff member connectivity.

Belonging & Inclusion Support

• Assist in communications and engagement efforts that promote Room & Board’s Belonging & Inclusion initiatives.

Additional Duties

• Support internal communications and signage for Central Campus events, community partnerships, and announcements.

• Assist with metric tracking and staff member survey efforts.

• Contribute to additional communication efforts such as Staff Member Store updates and emergency response messaging.

Employer Brand

• Manage development of collateral and signage for recruitment marketing efforts in collaboration with internal partners.

• Support content creation and communication strategy for initiatives like Talent Community emails and career fairs.

• Collaborate on continuous improvement of the Careers site and candidate experience.

• Write and manage content for LinkedIn, Glassdoor, and other employer brand platforms.

• Track and report on employer brand and social media metrics.

• Support broader employer brand content development for social media in partnership with the Brand team.

Additional Duties

• Support internal communications and signage for Central Campus events, community partnerships, and announcements.

• Assist with metric tracking and staff member survey efforts.

• Contribute to additional communication efforts such as Staff Member Store updates and emergency response messaging.

The attributes you'll bring as an Internal Communications Specialist:

• You’re inclusive, authentic, collaborative, curious, and driven by a strong work ethic.

• You’re a skilled communicator who writes with clarity, purpose, and warmth.

• You build strong relationships grounded in trust, curiosity, and understanding.

• You’re detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

• You’re eager to learn and apply the Room & Board brand voice across all communications.

• You bring emotional intelligence and creativity to your work, especially in moments of change or celebration.

• You’re proactive in seeking out stories and opportunities that connect staff members to our mission and culture.

The knowledge, experience, and educations you'll bring as an Internal Communications Specialist:

• Bachelor’s degree and 3–5+ years of experience in communications, employer brand, public relations, or recruitment marketing.

• Professional writing and editing experience across multiple formats and channels.

• Familiarity with M365 tools and SharePoint platform.

• Experience supporting internal communications, brand positioning, and staff engagement.

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate across teams.

Measures of success in the Internal Communications Specialist role:

• You’re a capable, high-functioning contributor who’s passionate about your impact on the organization.

• Worklife becomes the “go-to” destination for news, people, and culture stories at Room & Board.

• Staff members feel more informed, connected, and engaged with our business and values.

• Our employer brand reflects the authenticity and excellence of Room & Board.

• Communication materials and channels are effectively managed and continuously improved.

• Engagement and reach grow across platforms like our Careers site and LinkedIn.

What you'll find working here:

• Salary: $72,000 – $82,000 / yr.
• Benefits that focus on holistic well-being. The whole person matters, not just the one who shows up for work. That's why we invest in holistic well-being that supports and encourages you to live a full life. Besides a competitive paycheck, we offer several awesome perks to help you thrive in every aspect of life. Picture this: three weeks paid vacation, a generous 401(k) match, profit-sharing, and a whole bunch of cool extras. And here's something we're especially proud of - we're a 100% employee-owned company. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, every staff member shares in our growth and success. These are benefits that support you physically, emotionally, and financially - from head to toe!
• Meaningful work. We create a meaningful work experience by empowering everyone to contribute, taking pride in everything we do.
• A culture of respect. We sustain a culture of respect by relying on our shared values, building supportive and kind teams, and ensuring all voices are heard and celebrated. 
  To view our benefits in detail and to learn more about our culture, please visit our career site at https://www.roomanboard.com/careers.

Application Deadline: The position will remain open until filled; there is no specified deadline. 

Room & Board is a modern furniture and home decor retailer committed to creating beautiful, well-made products while providing exceptional customer service. Our mission is to help people create homes they love through timeless designs, sustainable practices, and a focus on quality craftsmanship. To view our benefits in detail and to learn more about our culture, please visit our career site at https://www.roomandboard.com/careers.

Room & Board is an equal employment opportunity employer. Our policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or staff member on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, disability, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We also prohibit harassment of applicants and staff members based on any protected category, characteristic or status. It is also our policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

As an applicant, you have rights under Federal Employment Laws, and your state may offer additional protections. To view applicable laws, visit our partner site.

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