Public Relations Specialist 1

The Company

Dexcom Corporation (NASDAQ DXCM) is a pioneer and global leader in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM). Dexcom began as a small company with a big dream: To forever change how diabetes is managed. To unlock information and insights that drive better health outcomes. Here we are 25 years later, having pioneered an industry. And we're just getting started. We are broadening our vision beyond diabetes to empower people to take control of health. That means personalized, actionable insights aimed at solving important health challenges. To continue what we've started: Improving human health.

We are driven by thousands of ambitious, passionate people worldwide who are willing to fight like warriors to earn the trust of our customers by listening, serving with integrity, thinking big, and being dependable. We've already changed millions of lives and we're ready to change millions more. Our future ambition is to become a leading consumer health technology company while continuing to develop solutions for serious health conditions. We'll get there by constantly reinventing unique biosensing-technology experiences. Though we've come a long way from our small company days, our dreams are bigger than ever. The opportunity to improve health on a global scale stands before us.

Meet the team:

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Specialist, Public Relations to join our expanding global communications team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting high-impact, global Public Relations initiatives, including global brand ambassador programs, that deliver measurable results. They will have demonstrated experience supporting complex and fast-moving brand campaigns and activations that require excellent planning and communications skills.

Where you come in:

• You will support global ambassador programs, including contracting and agreements, content planning and reviews, event scheduling and logistics, and campaign delivery.
• You will provide on-site support for brand ambassador activations and in-person events.
• You will create global ambassador program efficiencies by creating templates and resources to increase reach and drive scale as programs continue to grow and evolve to support business strategies. 
• You will research, identify, vet, and manage brand ambassadors who align to company values and enhance company reputation.
• You will draft, review, and coordinate communications to support Dexcom’s Company PR programs, including writing and editing content to support Thought Leadership efforts.
• You will with coordinate with cross-functional teams and external PR and communications agencies for creative support, when needed.
• You will manage ongoing PR budget.

What makes you successful:

• You have proven Public Relations, Communications, and/or agency experience.
• You have healthcare industry experience.
• You have demonstrated experience in planning and project management, with the ability to work well under pressure and able to manage multiple projects and priorities concurrently in a fast-paced environment.
• You have supported global PR and Communications campaigns, ensuring deliverables were delivered on time and on budget.
• You have excellent writing and editing skills and have experience drafting and editing content that’s highly visible; writing sample required.
• You are a self-starter who is motivated, takes initiative, and works well in an ever-evolving environment.
• You have strong interpersonal and collaborative skills; ability to build and develop relationships.

What you’ll get:

• A front row seat to life-changing biosensing technology. Learn about our brave #dexcomwarriors community.
• A full and comprehensive benefits program.
• Growth opportunities on a global scale.
• Access to career development through in-house learning programs and/or qualified tuition reimbursement.
• An exciting and innovative, industry-leading organization committed to our employees, customers, and the communities we serve.

Travel Required:

• 15-25%

Experience and Education Requirements:

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and 0-2 years of previous experience.

Remote Workplace: Your location will be a home office; you are not required to live within commuting distance of your assigned Dexcom site (typically 75 miles/120km). If you reside within commuting distance of a Dexcom site (typically 75 miles/120km) a hybrid working environment may be available. Ask about our Flex workplace option.

Please note: The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Dexcom’s AAP may be viewed upon request by contacting Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dexcom.com. 

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Dexcom Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dexcom.com. 

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Meritain, an Aetna Company, creates and publishes the Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Dexcom. To link to the Machine-Readable Files, please click on the URL provided:  https://health1.meritain.com/app/public/#/one/insurerCode=MERITAIN_I&brandCode=MERITAINOVER/machine-readable-transparency-in-coverage?reportingEntityType=TPA_19874&lock=true

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