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Communications Specialist
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
|---|---|
| Location | Holyoke, Massachusetts |
About this job
Are you interested in joining a dynamic company at the center of New England's clean energy transition? ISO New England is looking for a Communications Specialist to join our dynamic and collaborative communications team, with particular focus on media relations, content development, social media, and emergency communications. To be successful in this role, the ideal candidate will have lots of enthusiasm for developing content suitable for different digital platforms (e.g., our website, newsletter, social media accounts) on a broad range of topics and issues. This is a terrific opportunity for a creative communications professional, who wants to learn new things about the energy industry while broadening their skills in a growing digital environment.
What we offer you:
- Hybrid work schedule with 2 days per week onsite
- ISO-NE offers flexible and hybrid work, a base salary plus bonus program, professional development and tuition reimbursement, enhanced 401k and financial planning, wellness programs with onsite gym, eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), access to business networks & more, all in a stable and supportive work environment!
How you will make an Impact
- Support emergency communication efforts, ensuring timely information is disseminated to a variety of audiences during periods of system stress
- Assist with media relations activities, including routine media inquiries, press releases, statements, and backgrounders
- Write features and content for ISO New England's online platforms (website, newsletter, social media -- LinkedIn and Twitter)
- Use web analytics (e.g., Google Analytics) to determine how and what information is being accessed on the different ISO platforms
What we are looking for
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, English, Journalism, or relevant field
- Demonstrable communications experience in corporate communications, public relations, marketing, and/or journalism
- Strong writer, with a track record of storytelling - you like to help people better understand a certain topic or issue
- Experience with emergency and/or crisis communications, or other deadline-driven work
- Hands-on experience with Microsoft Office and Photoshop
- Highly organized and deadline driven
- Able to work collaboratively with a team, as well as independently
Desired not required
- Knowledge and interest in energy and/or the environment and climate change
- Experience using social media and email-marketing tools
- Knowledge of website analytics (such as Google Analytics)
- Graphic design knowledge, including working in Adobe InDesign and Illustrator
- Video production experience
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From Holyoke, MA, oversees the 24/7 operation of the power grid that covers the six-states of New England and administers the region's $15+ billion "stock exchange" for the buying and selling of wholesale electricity. The power system is constantly evolving as new technologies emerge and energy policies evolve. There is a lot happening at our organization behind the scenes to make sure the grid continuously yields reliable electricity at competitive prices while addressing the clean energy transition here in New England. COME JOIN US in making an impact within the region!
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Equal Opportunity: We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer. Applicants for employment are considered without regard to race, creed, color, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, disability, status as a veteran, Vietnam Era Veteran, or being a member of the Reserves or National Guard.
Drug Free Environment:
We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Social Networking Notice:
ISO New England reserves the right to review the candidate's postings on any social networking site accessible in the public domain as part of the candidate assessment process.
- Pay Type Salary
- Telecommute % 60
- ISO New England Inc., One Sullivan Road, Holyoke, Massachusetts, United States of America
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