Sr Mgr External Relations
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? The Sr Mgr External Relations supports the Director of External Relations developing and executing strategic communications campaigns and company initiatives and in advising and counseling executive leaders within the applicable company with respect to communications issues, strategies and tactics. Oversee staff of site communicators in execution of external communications and outreach to support all aspects of the company’s operation. Manage assigned communications projects and monitor issues within the respective region. Assist Director of Communications to ensure that communications plans and processes reinforce workforce understanding and compliance with company policies and public understanding of the company’s operations. Assign and manage communications resources as required in support of the Director of External Communications. Represent and back up the Director of External Communications in their absence. Additional duties include reviewing employee performance; assigning, critiquing and editing communication materials; coaching and feedback; motivating and setting direction; providing oversight; and integrating communications at the site.
Requirements
- 4-year relevant degree and a minimum of 10 or more years of experience in communications, journalism, or a related field.
- Principal or leadership management experience.
- Advanced media relations, writing and editing skills.
- In lieu of degree, 12-15 years of relevant experience.
- Strong interpersonal communication and management skills.
- A high level of self-motivation and independence will be critical.
- Strong presentation skills.
- Strategic thinking ability; self-motivation; organizational sensitivity.
- Excellent follow through capability; demands high level of performance from self and others.
- Demonstrated managerial experience.
- Ability to obtain unescorted access to a nuclear site, as applicable.
- 3-5 years of supervisory experience.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in communications, journalism or related discipline.
Responsibilities
- Develop, manage, and execute strategic and external communications plans, including advanced media relations, coordination with stakeholders, and leading priority initiatives.
- Assist Director of External Communications in advising and counseling executives on internal and external communications issues and activities
- Fulfill managerial responsibilities of external relations staff and participate as key manager in career development and business planning
- Administrative management including budget and vendor relations.
Benefits
- Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $140,000.00/Yr. – $192,500.00/Yr. plus an additional $25K in Long Term Incentive Plan annually.
- Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 25%
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
