Director Communications - BSC Mid Atlantic South Comms (Hybrid)

Exelon•Washington, DC

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION This position is responsible for providing advice and counsel to senior executive leaders with respect to external and employee communications strategies and tactics as well as for leading the development and oversee coordination of external communications and employee communications strategy to support the Mid Atlantic South Marketing and Comm's vision and to enhance company reputation at BGE, Pepco, and DPL Maryland. In addition, this position will develop and establish relationships with internal stakeholders and other external organizations (including media, state and local government, public interest groups) and serve as primary spokesperson to the news media along with communications team. The incumbent will oversee the execution and management of external and employee communications programs, including managing communications resources as required; the assignment, editing and critiquing communications materials; coaching and feedback for employees and others assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or related field
At least 12 years of relevant experience in a fast-paced, dynamic and technical organization
5 years in a leadership role
An intuitive and highly strategic thinker; exceptional experience leading a team of people; can engender support and trust from a team and lead through influence
Project management expert, ability to meet deadlines, establish clear priorities quickly and bring projects to completion on time and within budget
A proven track record of working effectively under pressure and handling a heavy workload
Ability to synthesize and communicate complex issues to various stakeholders
Strong intellectual capacity; a quick learner.
Known ability to influence public opinion through leadership, credibility and clear message delivery.
A highly strategic thinker who is self confident and appropriately aggressive, characterized by such traits as straightforwardness, flexibility, a sense of urgency and at home in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
Individual must possess exceptional communications and interpersonal skills
Excellent written communication skills
In lieu of degree, 15-20 years of relevant experience

Nice To Haves

Responsibilities

Ensure quality and effective communication of company goals and initiatives to external stakeholders, including media, customers, elected officials and regulators
Ensure quality of all employee communications programs and initiatives and provide communications support to all internal stakeholders
Establish and manage corporate brand and advertising program
Budget supervision and development
Direct staff of five, including hiring, talent development, performance management and recognition

Benefits

Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $160,800.00/Yr. – $221,100.00/Yr. plus an additional $50K in Long Term Incentive Plan annually
Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 30%
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.