Associate Communications Specialist, Communications Specialist

Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we’re looking for you. You won’t just find a job here; you’ll find your career. Review the position below and apply today.

We offer a hybrid 3-2 work schedule (three days in the office, two days of teleworking) to accommodate the need for flexibility.

Military service members and veterans with ranks from E3-E5, W1-W2, or O1-O3, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity.

At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position.

Job Summary

Associate Communications Specialist:

- Understands and stays abreast of issues, both external and internal, that impact company operations.

- Prepares non-complex leadership, safety, training, and environmental communications, both written and multimedia, for internal distribution.

- Helps to facilitate communication among company management and employees.

- Aids in identifying issues and developing communication plans for an appropriate audience.

- Aids in advising management on communication plans.

- Assists and promotes Dominion Energy Virginia programs.

Communications Specialist:

- Understands and stays abreast of issues, both external and internal, that impact company operations.

- Prepares leadership, safety, training, and environmental communications, both written and multimedia, for internal distribution.

- Facilitates communication among company management and employees.

- Identifies issues and develops communication plans for an appropriate audience.

- Advises management on communication structures.

- Assists and promotes Dominion Energy Virginia programs.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

Associate Communications Specialist:

- 0-2 years of corporate communications and/or news media experience.

- Strong verbal communication skills.

- Strong writing and editing skills.

- Personal computer skills.

- Multimedia, videography, photography, and newsletter design knowledge is a plus.

- Ability to process and respond to information quickly.

- Ability to develop and manage network of contacts, for information gathering and dissemination.

Communications Specialist:

- 2+ years of corporate communications and/or news media experience.

- Experience working with a team and managing complex, communications project budgets and deadlines.

- Strong verbal communication skills.

- Superior writing and editing skills.

- Personal computer skills.

- Knowledge of multimedia, videography, photography, and newsletter design.

- Ability to process and respond to information quickly.

- Ability to develop and manage network of contacts, for information gathering and dissemination.

Education Requirements

Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education:

Bachelor

Preferred Disciplines: Journalism, Mass Communications, Film/Photography

Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above

Working Conditions

Office Work Environment 76 -100%

Travel Up to 25%

Export Control

Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants.

Other Information

We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include: health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more. To learn more about our benefits, click here dombenefits.com.

Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability.

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