Sr Communications Specialist (Salt Lake City, UT or Casper, WY)

PacifiCorp•Salt Lake City, UT

2d•$102,000 - $140,250•Hybrid

About The Position

Provides advice and counsel to management and client organizations. Conducts special studies and analyses, develops alternatives, presents recommendations to management and influences management decisions. Researches, analyzes, develops and implements new strategies, programs, and/or processes in response to changing internal and external conditions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism or a related field; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
A minimum of seven years experience in external communications, media, or public relations roles.
Proven experience translating complex issues into understandable language.
Proven ability to develop and implement comprehensive corporate communications plans and programs to address key issues and opportunities.
Communication and interpersonal skills involving the ability to establish trust, maintain confidence, and understand social behavior and interactions.
Ability to work with all levels of an organization to influence actions and negotiate outcomes.
Ability to listen and communicate effectively through oral and written means.
Ability to operate in a complex and rapidly changing business environment.
Ability to judge priorities for the best interests of the company while meeting multiple deadlines.
Experience working with the deadlines and information needs of media, including trades, newspapers and broadcast reporters.
Proficient with the use of personal computers to gather, analyze, and summarize data.
Knowledge of research, analysis, and consulting techniques, Company policies, procedures, practices, and applicable federal, state, and local governmental laws and regulations.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Degree

Responsibilities

Develop and implement strategic external communications that are highly sensitive, complex, and political in nature.
Interact with media, offer interviews, and act as a spokesperson for the Company.
Influence programs to address ongoing issues as well as initiatives that focus on protecting and enhancing the business objectives and reputation of the company.
Promote a general environment of understanding in support of the company’s overall strategy, policies and priorities.
Provide external communications counsel and support to business units within the company.
Manage the communications aspects of activities within service area that could impact the company’s reputation.
Create and implement communication plans, strategic messaging, news releases, speeches, presentations and other communications materials.
Serve as a key contact for media on often volatile and sensitive topics.
Focus on media relations that are prioritized, focused, proactive, integrated and consistent.
Develop and support strategic opportunities to influence key external stakeholder groups and enhance their understanding and support of the company.
Develop and implement various crisis and emergency response activities.
Collaborate with other members of team in an environment of shared information and ongoing efforts to cross-train and develop bench strength on complex issues company faces.
Review and evaluate effectiveness of communications efforts and incorporate findings to improve subsequent activities.
Select, mentor, and coach employees.