Communications Specialist II (Communications Department)

PowerSouth Energy Cooperative; Andalusia (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Pension Plan

401(k) Plan

Group Life Benefits

Disability Insurance (STD/LTD)

Paid Holidays

Paid Personal and Sick Leave

Educational Assistance

Job summary

PowerSouth Energy Cooperative, headquartered in Andalusia, AL, seeks a Communications Specialist II to support the Public Relations Supervisor in managing internal and external communications. The role involves speechwriting, technical writing, content development and coordination with employees, member systems and the media.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing or a related field, plus strong writing, editing and Adobe

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing or a closely related field.
• Hands-on skills in content organization, writing, editing, layout and design.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, developing and implementing PowerSouth's total communications program (PowerLines, newsletters, digital content, website).
• Provide support and maintain relationships with employees, distribution members, media and community organizations.
• Assist with planning/executing tours of facilities and events with community organizations to enhance public image.
• Promote teamwork and uphold standards of respect, integrity and trust within the organization.

Skills

Content writing

Editing

Layout design

Public relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in English/Journalism/Communications/Public Relations/Marketing

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Communications Specialist II (Communications Department)

PowerSouth Energy Cooperative, headquartered in Andalusia, AL, is a generation and transmission (GandT) electric cooperative with 22 distribution members - 18 electric distribution systems and four municipal electric systems - in Alabama and northwest Florida. PowerSouths member systems provide power to end-use consumers across 51 counties in Alabama and 10 counties in Florida. PowerSouths most important asset is a workforce of more than 560 men and women at nine PowerSouth locations. Safety is PowerSouths number one core value, and its employees set the bar for safety excellence and have achieved an impressive safety record.

JOB SUMMARY And MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The Communications Specialist II is responsible for assisting the Public Relations Supervisor in carrying out PowerSouth's communications projects and initiatives in order to project and maintain a positive public image through means including, but not limited to: cultivating and upholding strong relationships with PowerSouth employees, distribution members, the media, and PowerSouth community organizations; assisting with aspects of PowerSouth's internal and external publications using both traditional and emerging technologies; various writing assignments (i.e., speechwriting and technical writing); and various other communications duties. This position requires a Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing or a closely related field. The incumbent should have demonstrable hands‑on skills such as content organization, writing, editing, layout, design and technical skills. Competency in Adobe Creative Suite as well as excellent organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal, are required. Demonstrated experience in internal communications, audience engagement, and effective storytelling is preferred.

Job Responsibilities

• Assists in planning, developing and implementing PowerSouths total communications program, including PowerLines, newsletters, brochures, digital content/media, PowerSouths corporate website, and other corporate communications needs.
• Provides support, exchanges information and maintains close contact with PowerSouth employees, distribution members, media, and other relevant public community organizations to foster positive work relationships and enhance PowerSouth's image.
• Assists with planning/executing tours of PowerSouth facilities and with implementation of events with various community organizations, nurturing the strong bonds and public image in our community.
• Responsible for ensuring the success of PowerSouth by promoting teamwork, group goals and objectives, properly communicating and cooperating within the PowerSouth organization and with member systems as well as demonstrating and promoting standards of respect and dignity, accountability, integrity, and trustworthiness.

Benefits

• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Pension Plan funded 100% by the company
• 401(k) Plan with up to 5% employer match
• Group Life Benefits
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Personal and Sick Leave
• Educational Assistance

Employment is subject to a negative drug screen, background check, and completion of a comprehensive application for employment.

EOE, including disability/vets