Sr Communications Specialist

Exelon•Washington, DC

8d•$78,400 - $107,800

About The Position

We're powering a cleaner, brighter future. 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, 20,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10.7 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). We're committed to creating an environment where every person can thrive. Our employee experience is grounded in four tenets that guide how we support our people: purposeful careers, growth opportunities, community impact, and support to thrive. 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 The Senior Communications Specialist is responsible for planning and executing external or internal communications programs and activities as needed by the Managers of Communications or Directors of Communications. The Specialist serves as a point of contact for external or internal 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.

Requirements

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.
Proven experience in media relations and public relations
Requires ability to travel

Nice To Haves

Masters degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Advertising, or related field
Energy business/industry knowledge
Spanish language proficiency preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure effective communication of company goals and initiatives to external or internal stakeholders (20%)
Support and participate in the development and implementation of internal and external communications programs and initiatives. (20%)
Manage a variety of external, internal and marketing communications tasks to support leadership, including preparation of a range of communications publications, talking points, presentations, and other materials. (20%)
Develop strong working relationship with other business units, local press and community officials, as needed, to implement community outreach programs. (20%)
Coordinate media outreach initiatives as needed. (20%)

Benefits

Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $78,400.00/Yr. – $107,800.00/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