Communication Specialist - ComEd (Hybrid)

ComEd • Chicago, IL

5h • $64,000 - $88,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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
• Requires ability to travel.
• Strong writing and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Energy business/industry knowledge.
• Understanding of press dynamics and organizational communications Willingness to learn and undertake new projects.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $64,000.00/Yr. – $88,000.00/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
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level