Communication Specialist - Exelon

Who We Are:We're powering a cleaner, brighter future.

Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work with us to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier and more resilient.

We're powered by purpose-driven people like you who believe in being inclusive and creative, and value safety, innovation, integrity and community service. We are a Fortune 200 company, 19,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10 million customers at six energy companies -- Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco).

In our relentless pursuit of excellence, we elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives and bold thinking. And since we know transforming the future of energy is hard work, we provide competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.

Are you in?Primary Purpose:

The Communications Specialist, is responsible for planning and executing internal and external communications programs in support of the Director Communications. This person serves as a point of contact, ensuring full integration with corporate and business unit/operating company communications organizations, a well-informed workforce and an effective working relationship with local press and local communities.

Primary Duties:

• Ensure effective communication of corporate goals and initiatives to employees. (10%)
• Support and participate in communications programs and initiatives. (20%)
• Produce accurate, compelling, and editorially proficient written communications. (15%)
• Oversee a variety of communication tasks to support leadership, including talking points, short presentations, and online messages. (5%)
• Develop strong working relationship with local press. (15%)
• Assist in resource-sharing duties with other Communications departments. (10%)
• Work with manager to ensure effectiveness of community relations activities and relationships with external constituencies, including the media, civic and public interest groups. (25%)

Job Scope:

• Position activities are focused on internal and external communications for broader application
• Involves some proactive communication planning, with oversight from supervisor, and plan execution, project leadership and a high level of coordination with other functions.
• May require significant outreach to local press and developing strong community relationships.
• Requires occasional local travel and occasional evening and weekend work.
• Works under general supervision.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 4-year relevant degree and a minimum of 2 to 4 years of experience in internal or external communications
• Proven communications skills; both written and interpersonal.
• Excellent writing skills and self-motivation
• In lieu of degree, 3-6 years of relevant experience

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Energy business/industry knowledge.
• Understanding of press dynamics and organizational communications.
• Willingness to learn and undertake new projects.
• Familiarity with enterprise email marketing platforms and content management systems.
• Experience editing short- and long-form written communications.
• Familiarity with using data to inform communications strategies.
• Willingness to learn and undertake new projects.

Benefits:

• Annual salary will vary based on a candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors:USD $60,000.00/Yr. - USD $90,000.00/Yr.
• Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 10%
• 401(k) match and annual company contribution
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave (based on position)
• Long Term Incentive Plan for eligible positions
• Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance and fitness reimbursement
• Referral bonus program
• And much more