Communications Specialist II: Public Relations & Writing

EEONLINE; Andalusia (AL); On-site; CAD 68,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

PowerSouth Energy Cooperative in Andalusia, Alabama, seeks a Communications Specialist II to support the Public Relations Supervisor in delivering PowerSouth's communications program. The role emphasizes building strong relationships with employees, distribution members, the media, and community organizations, and contributing to internal and external publications using traditional and digital media.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing or related field.
• Hands-on skills in content organization, writing, editing, layout and design.
• Experience with internal communications, audience engagement and storytelling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in planning, developing and implementing PowerSouth's total communications program, including PowerLines, newsletters, brochures, digital content/media, PowerSouth's 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.

Skills

Content organization

Writing

Editing

Layout

Design

Adobe Creative Suite

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

PowerSouth Energy Cooperative in Andalusia, Alabama, seeks a Communications Specialist II to support the Public Relations Supervisor in delivering PowerSouth's communications program. The role emphasizes building strong relationships with employees, distribution members, the media, and community organizations, and contributing to internal and external publications using traditional and digital media.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications,