Stakeholder Communications, Engagement & Key Projects Manager

Are you ready to join an organization where we focus on People First, have fun at work and make a difference in what we do?

Dairyland is proud of our People First culture centered around appreciation, celebrating wins and collaboration. We’ve worked hard to ensure alignment between our culture and our processes and systems, learning and development and rewards and recognition programs.

As a team, we work together to leverage the team’s diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences to deliver nothing less than the best. We are collaborative, transparent and committed to our People and their work experience, growth and professional development.

The Stakeholder Communications, Engagement & Key Projects Manager will be

responsible for leading Dairyland Power Cooperative’s communications and stakeholder engagement efforts for large transmission and generation projects. Responsibilities include managing relationships, coordinating with internal teams and external partners, and ensuring consistent messaging and outreach. The candidate will stay updated on project activities, regulatory requirements, and public sentiment, providing expertise to enhance engagement efforts. Additionally, they will support Dairyland’s internal and external communication initiatives and major projects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : Education & Experience :

Bachelor’s degree in public relations, marketing, communications or related field with minimum of 5 years of experience in communications, external affairs, community engagement and/or government relations. Must have a comprehensive knowledge of the utility industry. Utility (or related field) major project communications management experience preferred.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand/sit; walk; use hands/fingers to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are committed to providing our greatest asset, our People, with as many perks and benefits as possible. Some benefits of working with us include:

Dairyland Power Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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