Sr Communications Specialist - ComEd (Hybrid)

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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: PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Senior Communications Specialist is responsible for planning and executing internal or external communications programs and activities as needed by the Managers of Communications or Directors of Communications. The Specialist serves as a point of contact for internal or external communications and works in or with the business units to coordinate content, guidelines and implementation, and to ensure consistent messaging and corporate identity. Responsibilities include media relations, interaction with advertising/marketing vendors and community outreach.

Primary Duties:

PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Ensure effective communication of company goals and initiatives to internal and external stakeholders 
• Support and participate in the development and implementation of internal and external communications programs and initiatives. 
• Manage a variety of internal, external and marketing communications tasks to support leadership, including preparation of a range of communications publications, talking points, presentations, and other materials. 
• Develop strong working relationship with other business units, local press and community officials, as needed, to implement community outreach programs. 
• Coordinate media outreach initiatives as needed. 

Job Scope:

JOB SCOPE

• Directly supports the Manager, Communications, or Director, Communications, as needed.
• Position activities are focused on internal and external communications to employees and external stakeholders, which support initiatives and projects developed by corporate communications and business unit organizations for broader application.
• Requires significant outreach to internal and external audiences and development of strong relationships
• Involves proactive communication planning and plan execution, project leadership and a high level of coordination with other communication functions within Corporate.
• Requires ability to develop communications strategies
• Requires ability to travel
• Works under minimal supervision.
• Support storm duty and other general media management duties as assigned by Communications leadership

Minimum Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 4-year relevant degree and 4-7 years' experience in communications (media relations, employee communications or advertising).
• Proven, excellent communications skills both written and interpersonal.
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent organizational and presentation skills
• Proven ability to be innovative and creative
• Ability to work autonomously and interface easily with senior business leaders and the local press.

Preferred Qualifications: PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Masters degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Advertising, or related field
• Energy business/industry knowledge

Benefits: Benefits

• Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $76,000.00/Yr. – $104,500.00/Yr.
• Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 15%
• 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
• Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support
• Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement
• Referral bonus program
• And much more

Note: Exelon-sponsored compensation and benefit programs may vary or not apply based on length of service, job grade, job classification or represented status. Eligibility will be determined by the written plan or program documents.