Communications Specialist

Coast Electric Power Association•Kiln, MS

13d

About The Position

Coast Electric is seeking a creative, organized, and motivated Communications Specialist to support internal and external communications at Coast Electric and its subsidiary, CoastConnect. The role helps promote a positive organizational image, develop engaging content, coordinate employee and community events, and support communications initiatives that strengthen relationships with employees, members, subscribers, and the communities served. The position calls for an effective communicator with strong writing skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Coast Electric and CoastConnect provide electric and broadband services and describe a culture grounded in safety, teamwork, integrity, accountability, and exceptional service. The Communications Specialist supports the organizations’ communication strategies, employee engagement, digital and printed communications, promotional activities, and crisis communications. The role also includes occasional travel, work outside regular business hours for events or emergencies, and emergency reporting to a work site or facility when required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Public Relations, Communications, or a related field.
Two years of work experience in communications or a related field.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Experience with social media, digital communications, multimedia, and basic photography.
Knowledge of marketing, public relations, and communication principles and practices.
Strong written and verbal communication, editing, and proofreading skills.
Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, maintain confidentiality, and establish positive professional relationships.
Willingness to work outside regular business hours during events and emergencies and travel occasionally as required.
Preparedness to report to work and continue performing duties at a job site or facility during natural disasters, pandemics, or other emergency situations, consistent with essential business requirements or applicable law.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

Participate in developing and implementing communication strategies aligned with Coast Electric and CoastConnect goals, mission, and brand standards.
Write, edit, and coordinate printed and digital communications, including publications, brochures, bill inserts, employee communications, and marketing materials.
Develop and manage internal communications, including weekly employee emails and the employee app.
Plan and coordinate employee engagement activities, retirement celebrations, and special events as needed.
Coordinate the Cooperative Youth Leaders program, including workshops, events, student activities, and associated travel.
Manage email marketing and communication databases for Coast Electric and CoastConnect.
Assist in maintaining digital media outlets and new social media opportunities, including after-hours social media response on a rotating basis.
Support management with crisis communication efforts as assigned.
Capture and share the cooperative story through photographs and videos.
Coordinate promotional materials and maintain inventory of promotional items.