REQUISITION: CUS00CH
DEPARTMENT: Corporate Communications - Wolf Creek
LOCATION:Burlington, KS
PAY RANGE:
Communications Mgr I: $52,700 - $65,900
Communications Mgr II: $64,500 - $80,600
Sr Communications Mgr: $81,800 - $109,100
Scheduled Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Other hours as required)
POSITION SUMMARY
Evergy is seeking an experienced communicator with a passion for creating content that tells stories, shapes culture and promotes high performance at Wolf Creek Nuclear Generating Station in Burlington, Kansas. In this role, the Communications Content Specialist creates compelling, engaging content for internal and external audiences. This position works closely with Wolf Creek leaders and site business units to tell people- and performance-focused stories and shape our culture using a variety of communication channels.
What you’ll do
•Work closely with the Manager of Communications to develop strategic communication plans, create content and deliver communications using a variety of channels.
•Research and create content to tell the stories of Evergy, its people, performance and programs using a variety of internal and external channels (employee app, intranet, digital signage, email, presentations, etc.).
•Create and manage various media content including written articles, short-form videos, photos, infographics, etc. to support campaigns and storytelling.
•Work directly with site personnel to develop strategic communication plans and provide counsel on strategy, positioning, messages, and media mix, including scheduled and unplanned executive and senior leader messaging.
•Manage internal communication platforms (employee app, intranet, digital signage, email, presentations, printed, etc.), including monitoring and measuring effectiveness.
•Collaborate with Corporate Communications and the social media team on Wolf Creek news that relates to company strategy and should be shared/promoted company-wide or externally.
•Assist in the coordination of sitewide meetings (i.e. All Hands, Q&A sessions, etc.).
•Develop creative marketing and promotional materials in support of communication plans and site priorities.
•Maintain/update site artifacts with priority messaging relative to specific focus areas (i.e. signage, posters, handouts, booklets, etc.).
•Develop and distribute timely sitewide communications about emergent issues or lessons learned (i.e. crisis communications, human performance or safety events).
•Develop business acumen and understanding of the company’s purpose, people and operations.
•Support after-hour needs for the Emergency Response Organization, refueling outages and emergent site issues.
•Perform other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Education and Experience Requirements:
A Bachelor’s degree in journalism, business communications, marketing or related field and at least two years of experience in internal communications, public relations, corporate communications or marketing is preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experiences. The ideal candidate will have experience in the following:
•Background in utility industry is preferred, but not mandatory
•Administering communications content management systems
•Video production, photography and associated editing tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud)
•Graphic design and associated software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, etc.)
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Required:
•Effective people skills and project management capabilities
•Strong storytelling ability – creates engaging content that focuses on people
•Strong and efficient writing and editing abilities
•Ability to translate technical information into content for internal audiences
•Demonstrated ability to manage several projects at once with attention to detail and follow-through
•Understanding of corporate communications strategy and ability to recommend communications programs and tactical suggestions
•Ability to work cross-functionally
•Highly adaptable - can thrive in a dynamic environment
•Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with a variety of groups
•Ability to work outside of typical business hours and flex work schedule as needed
•Enthusiasm for professional development
•Creative eye with strong graphic design skills
•Basic knowledge of content management platforms and design software
•Knowledge of visual communications (photography and video)
•Execute methods to monitor and measure the effectiveness of communication efforts
Licenses, Certificates, Bonding and/or Testing Required:
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Working Conditions:
Normal office working conditions on site at a nuclear power plant. Must have a satisfactory work record including good attendance.
Evergy has a clear mission – To empower a better future. Evergy chooses to live this mission by valuing People First. We know that to lead the responsible energy transition and provide affordable, reliable, and sustainable service to our customers and communities, we need a team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We are committed to building a team where everyone – regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status – has a voice and can bring their best every day. Evergy is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.
Disclaimer: The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Work Locations: Wolf Creek Clyde Cessna 1550 Oxen Ln NE PO Box 411 Burlington 66839
Job: Nuclear Plant Support
Shift:
Unposting Date: Jul 16, 2025