Sr Corporate Communications Specialist (Hybrid)

Company Description

The California Independent System Operator (ISO) manages the flow of electricity across the high-voltage, long-distance power lines that make up 80 percent of California's power grid. We safeguard the economy and well-being of 30 million Californians by operating the grid reliably 24/7.

As the impartial grid operator, the California ISO opens access to the wholesale power market that is designed to diversify resources and lower prices. It also grants equal access to 25,865 circuit-miles of power lines and reduces barriers to diverse resources competing to bring power to customers.

The California ISO's function is often compared to that of air traffic controllers. It would be grossly unfair for air traffic controllers to represent one airline and profit from allowing that company's planes to go through before others. In the same way, the California ISO operates independently—managing the electron traffic on a power grid we do not own—making sure electricity is safely delivered to utilities and consumers on time and reliably.

The California ISO is committed to the health, safety, and work/life integration of its employees, and is proud to offer flexible work arrangements. This position is available in a local hybrid schedule.

Relocation assistance is available.

Job Description

Under the general direction of the manager, responsible for internal and corporate communications strategy to keep ISO employees informed of ongoing policies, programs, news and information. Supports the development of external communications materials, external events, script writing, and oversight of other communications materials as needed. Creates and supports events to foster employee well-being and improve employee morale. Develops and executes the short-term and long-term communications projects for external audiences. Serves as back up media spokesperson on various ISO related issues, including serving as rotating on-call media representative.

What You Will Be Doing:

Qualifications

Level of Education and Discipline:

A Bachelor's degree (BA, BS) or equivalent education, training or experience in Communications, Journalism or related field. Masters Degree preferred.

Amount of Experience:

Equivalent years of education and training, plus five (5) or more years related experience.

Type of Experience:

Corporate communications, public relations, journalism, or marketing experience. “On air" experience and presence for electronic media interviews, and knowledge of electric utility issues and operations.

Additional Skills and Abilities:

Must be able to work effectively in a team environment as facilitator and team member. Excellent analytical, verbal and written communication and documentation skills required, with a demonstrated attention to detail. Ability to use deductive reasoning and analytical thinking with sound judgment and decision-making skills. Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills are also essential. Must be self-starting and willing and able to work independently in a dynamic corporate organization under pressure of tight deadlines and aggressive expectations. Self-motivated, problem solving skills and the ability to influence others without direct authority.

Additional Information

The pay range for the Sr Corporate Communications Specialist is $45.19 - $75.31 per hour.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.