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Media Relations Representative

Publication or Company  Edison Electric Institute
Industry  Non-profit, Trade Association
Benefits 401K/403B, Bonuses, Dental, Health
Job Duration Full Time
Job Location Washington, DC
Experience Level 1 years
Job Requirements Edison Electric Institute, one of the nation’s premier trade associations, has an outstanding opportunity for a Media Relations Representative. The Media Relations Representative will provide daily support for EEI’s news products and monitor industry-related developments. Other responsibilities include handling routine media inquiries, researching industry and media issues, approving Web-site content, responding to member questions, providing meeting support, and assisting with budgeting. The job requires a bachelor’s degree and at least one year of applicable experience in the communications, public relations, or journalism field, or press-related experience on Capitol Hill or in a trade association, PR agency, corporation, or government office. Energy experience is desired but not mandatory. The successful candidate will have excellent written and oral communication skills and a basic understanding of the public-policy process. The ability to juggle complex tasks under deadline pressure is essential. To apply, send your résumé, writing sample, and cover letter, including salary requirements, to hrweb@eei.org. Visit us at www.eei.org.
About Our Company The Edison Electric Institute (EEI) is the association of U.S. Shareholder-Owned Electric Companies. Our members serve 95 percent of the ultimate customers in the shareholder-owned segment of the industry, and represent approximately 70 percent of the U.S. electric power industry.

We also have more than 80 international electric companies as Affiliate Members, and more than 240 industry suppliers and related organizations as Associate Members.
Organized in 1933, EEI works closely with all of its members, representing their interests and advocating equitable policies in legislative and regulatory arenas.

EEI provides public policy leadership, critical industry data, strategic business intelligence, one-of-a-kind conferences and forums, and top-notch products and services.
Location

EEI is located at 701 Pennsylvania Avenue in downtown Washington, D.C. We are across the street from the National Archives and just a few blocks away from the U.S. Capitol and the Smithsonian Institution. The National Archives/Navy Memorial Metrorail station is directly in front of our building.

Employment Benefits

EEI provides its full-time employees with an excellent benefit package including:

Medical and Dental Insurance,
401(k) with a generous employer match and no waiting period to join,
Paid Leave based on Service,
Disability Insurance,
Educational Assistance, and
Fitness Center Membership.

EEI also sponsors activities to celebrate the accomplishments of its employees including a holiday party for employees and a special summer event. EEI’s staff members participate in community events which raise money for charities such as the United Way, The HSC Pediatric Center, and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

For More Information

We encourage you to visit our Web site, www.eei.org/careers. Our Web site, which is updated weekly, lists our open positions and provides additional information on EEI an