Communications Associate

San Diego Community Power-posted about 7 hours ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Hybrid • San Diego, CA
1-10 employees
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The Communications Associate at San Diego Community Power (Community Power) is an excellent writer with a track record of creating compelling content for broad audiences and thrives in a fast-paced environment. The Associate will be responsible for developing and executing communications strategies that drive awareness and engagement for Community Power’s services and programs. Self-motivation, flexibility, attention to detail and the ability to successfully handle multiple projects are essential to this position. The Associate will be a key player in our efforts to build a strong brand identity and establish our agency as a leader in the clean energy industry.

  • Develops and executes effective communication strategies to increase programmatic awareness and a brand recognition for Community Power
  • Writes and edits content for Community Power, including press releases, website copy, blog posts, email campaigns and other collateral
  • Produces and oversees the production of communications content across teams and departments
  • Aligns common messaging and communication strategy across program areas
  • Supports media relations with guidance from the Senior Marketing and Communications Manager
  • Monitors media coverage and produces a regular clipping report
  • Creates and curates engaging and informative content for Community Power’s website, email campaigns and other platforms in coordination with the broader Marketing and Communications team
  • Stays up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies and best practices for mass communications and digital media marketing
  • Collaborates with internal stakeholders to ensure all content aligns with other strategic messaging
  • Implements the planning, development, content creation and evaluation of promotional campaigns and collateral
  • Supports the development of regular customer communications via newsletter
  • Helps build and maintain a consistent brand
  • Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs
  • Attends and/or travels to meetings and community events locally in San Diego and environs to meet with stakeholders. May attend conferences in California and out of state as needed. Has access to reliable transportation, and if driving an automobile, a good driving record. Community Power reimburses mileage expense at the IRS mileage rate
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Effective at creating and delivering key messaging
  • Advanced methods and techniques for creating effective marketing, media and public relations materials
  • Online and social media marketing; media planning and optimization for both traditional and digital advertising channels; data and analytics research and reporting
  • Ability to do basic graphic design, photography and video production
  • Strong passion for public service and supporting communities of concern
  • Excellent time management skills, ability to effectively work independently or in teams on multiple tasks or projects
  • Familiarity with website content management systems such as WordPress. Expertise with search engine optimization a plus
  • Familiarity with digital media platforms, such as Google Analytics, social media management tools and advertising platforms
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and persuasively, verbally and in writing
  • Tact, diplomacy and discretion in dealing with sensitive and complex issues
  • Familiarity with local media, political, social and economic landscape as well as San Diego regional stakeholders
  • High proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint as well as the ability to use virtual meeting applications
  • Must reside in San Diego County or be willing to relocate upon hire
  • Ability to work nights and weekends
  • Any combination of education and experience that would provide the knowledge and abilities listed. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
  • Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing or a related field
  • Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in communications, digital media marketing, preferably in the renewable energy or utilities industry
  • Written and verbal Spanish proficiency preferred
  • Community Power covers 100% of health benefits, including medical, vision, and dental insurance, for eligible FT employees and their dependents.
  • Also provided is a $100,000 Life & AD&D policy, STD and LTD coverage that is 100% paid by Community Power.
  • Community Power offers a 457(b) plan for employee contributions and contributes 10% of eligible compensation to the employee’s Money Purchase Plan.
  • 11 holidays per year + paid winter holiday (between 12/24-12/31), 160 hours of accrued paid time off per year (increases with time in service), and 96 hours per year of accrued paid sick leave.
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