Community Relations & Public Affairs Lead

Eversource; United States; Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource seeks a Community Relations professional to build strong ties with local governments, businesses, and non-profits. You will develop outreach programs, solicit stakeholder feedback, prepare reports, and support regulatory and economic development initiatives.

This role may involve representing Eversource at public forums and traveling across MA/CT/NH as needed. Under general supervision, you will educate internal partners on municipal concerns, help promote responsible growth, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public/Government Administration or related discipline or equivalent experience.
• Three or more years of experience in community/customer care or government relations; five years preferred.
• Valid motor vehicle license is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain favorable relationships with communities and stakeholders.
• Coordinate programs to promote goodwill and gather feedback from officials and organizations.
• Represent Eversource at community gatherings and forums as needed.
• Support government relations, emergency preparedness, and economic development initiatives.
• Educate internal teams on municipal priorities and regulatory considerations.
• Identify grant opportunities and coordinate corporate giving with municipalities.
• Monitor local government policy changes and liaise with colleagues for timely action.
• Assist in ensuring timely communications with municipal leaders on projects.

Skills

Community relations

Public speaking

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Crisis communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications/Public/Government Administration

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Eversource seeks a Community Relations professional to build strong ties with local governments, businesses, and non-profits. You will develop outreach programs, solicit stakeholder feedback, prepare reports, and support regulatory and economic development initiatives.

This role may involve representing Eversource at public forums and traveling across MA/CT/NH as needed. Under general supervision, you will educate internal partners on municipal concerns, help promote responsible growth, and