NorthWestern Energy

Community Relations Specialist

LocationBillings, MT
Job Typefull_time
Salary$55,600-$125,400

About This Job


Community Relations Specialist


Work Location: Billings, MT

Pay range: $55,600 to $125,400 per year


Employment Status: Regular Full-time


External candidates apply at northwesternenergy.com


Internal candidates apply through iConnect.


About this position:

The Community Relations Specialist will work with a team to advance the reputation and image of NorthWestern Energy and contribute to the business and civic life in the communities served by NorthWestern Energy.


We offer great benefits:

NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ over 1,600 amazing people and serve over 800,000 customers who are our neighbors in our communities. We are a top employer and offer competitive benefits, including:

401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%
Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents, Health Savings Account (HSA), healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Programs (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents to include financial heath)
Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)
Tuition reimbursement
Competitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)
Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities
Paid parental leave
Paid bereavement leave
Paid training opportunities
Paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays

Benefits may vary by position or as negotiated as part of a collective bargaining agreement.


About this job:

Establish productive, positive and effective relationships with business, civic, and local government leaders
Support NorthWestern Energy in various economic development opportunities including Chambers of Commerce and Economic Development groups
Communicate company positions on key initiatives for consistent and appropriate company messages
Identify strengths and challenges in each community
Review existing agreements, develop consistent strategies, identify opportunities, and establish professional relationships in the communities served
Support NorthWestern Energy at public meetings and forums
Develop and/or present informational presentations to governmental and civic groups.
Work with local Contribution Committees for charitable giving
Support local employee community/volunteer involvement
Evaluate and establish methods to grow the utility business
Assist with development & implementation of a community action plan
Support NorthWestern Energy on non-profit Boards
Adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, Code of Conduct and Ethics, and strategic business objectives

Am I right for this job? Here's the success profile:

Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
Must possess strong interpersonal communication skills
Degree in Business, Economics, Marketing, Communications, Engineering, Public Administration or a related field of study
Ability to interact with the public and develop positive customer and community relationships
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products required
Demonstrable leadership, conflict resolution and change agent skills required


Requisition #4788

Posting Dates: July 7, 2025 through July 21, 2025


Department/Division: Customer Care - Community Relations


Employment Physical: Not Required


Drug Test: Required


Background Check: Required


Relocation Benefit: Negotiable

Telecommuting: Part-time within NorthWestern energy service territory negotiable

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal or state laws and statutes. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act, should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department at 1-800-245-6977 or at job.inquiries@northwestern.com

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