Sr. Writer & Communications Strategist

Southwest Power Pool • Little Rock, AR

7h • Hybrid

About The Position

Southwest Power Pool is seeking a dynamic Senior Writer and Communications
Strategist to help shape how our story is told. In this high-impact role, you
will create clear, compelling, and strategic content that strengthens our
reputation, supports key business priorities, and connects with audiences that
matter most.

You will transform complex energy, regulatory, and operational topics into
engaging narratives that resonate with policymakers, industry stakeholders,
members, media, and the public. Combining exceptional writing talent with
strategic communications expertise, you will play a key role in elevating SPP’s
voice and visibility.

From executive messaging and media relations to issue response and reputation
management, you will lead high-value communications initiatives across multiple
channels and formats. Working closely with internal subject matter experts and
external agency partners, you will help plan, execute, and measure
communications strategies that advance SPP’s mission and long-term goals.

If you're a strategic writer and communications professional ready to make an
impact, shape the conversation, and support the future of energy, apply now.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, English, technical writing or a related field
• Six (6) years of progressively responsible professional experience in public relations, marketing communications, external communications, executive communication, technical writing or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement proactive public relations strategies for external audiences.
• Demonstrated experience developing high-quality PR, communications, and media campaigns and content that align across multiple channels and formats.
• Demonstrated experience advising internal leaders and SMEs on messaging, positioning, and communications best practices, including navigating editorial disagreement with technical experts.
• Experience driving measurable outcomes through communications strategies (e.g., media reach, engagement, sentiment).
• Experience working directly with senior leaders or executives.
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with leaders and cross-functional teams, including highly technical staff.
• Skill in interpreting complex technical, regulatory, or operational information and translating it into accessible messaging.
• Demonstrated proficiency in structured writing and documentation, including the ability to produce precise, well-organized content that is translatable to technical and non-technical audiences. Skilled in developing interview and information-gathering techniques to extract content from subject matter experts where there may be limited availability.
• Successful management of multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to monitor media activity and communicate findings clearly to leadership.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting enterprise communications campaigns or organizational change communications.
• Experience working in a regulated industry, energy sector, utility, or grid/market operations environment.
• Experience collaborating with PR agencies or external consultants to execute campaigns or deliverables.
• Familiarity with digital communication platforms such as website content management systems, email marketing tools, social media platforms, etc.
• Experience supporting executive communications or leadership messaging.
• Familiarity with FERC regulatory processes, RTO/ISO operations, or energy market policy.

Responsibilities

• Deliver clear, accurate, and compelling written communications across internal and external channels that effectively represent organizational priorities and messaging.
• Prepare executives and leaders for stakeholder and public engagements through well-developed briefings, key messages, and anticipated questions that enable confident, aligned communication.
• Translate complex regulatory, operational, and market information into accessible narratives that inform and influence policymakers, media, and non-technical audiences.
• Lead the development and execution of external communications strategies that strengthen organizational reputation and align with enterprise messaging frameworks.
• Drive effective media engagement by developing messaging, coordinating interactions, and preparing spokespersons to ensure consistent and credible public representation.
• Identify and assess reputational risks and opportunities through monitoring media coverage, public sentiment, and external trends, and recommend proactive communication strategies.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency of enterprise communications by maintaining and leveraging centralized messaging resources, reference materials, and documentation.
• Partner with subject matter experts and stakeholders to gather insights, validate content, and deliver communications that are technically accurate and strategically aligned.
• Lead crisis and issue response communications by delivering timely, audience-appropriate messaging in coordination with leadership, legal, and operational teams.
• Enhance communication effectiveness by evaluating strategies and campaigns, using insights and metrics to improve impact, processes, and team capability.

Benefits

• Competitive and transparent pay with bonus opportunities
• Excellent insurance package including three great medical plans to choose from, employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
• Relocation bonus (if applicable)
• Hybrid working environment for positions that are eligible
• Fantastic contributions to your retirement through a 401(k) savings plan with employer-match benefits and a pension (defined benefit plan) fully funded by SPP

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees