Communications SpecialistorSr Communications Specialist-Glen Allen,VA
VetJobs, Glen Allen, VA, United States
Job Description
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS – Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.
Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we’re looking for you. You won’t just find a job here; you’ll find your career. Review the position below and apply today.
We offer a hybrid 3-2 work schedule (three days in the office, two days of teleworking) to accommodate the need for flexibility.
Military service members and veterans with ranks from E5-E9, W1-CW5, or O3-O6, plus an appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity.
At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position.
Job Summary This position will communicate the need and benefit of large electric infrastructure projects to internal and external stakeholders using a variety of communications, marketing and stakeholder engagement skills. Responsibilities include crafting stakeholder communications (presentations, direct mail, collateral, visuals, digital content, etc.) to keep customers and others fully informed on project status and new activities. This role will use marketing and negotiation skills to communicate to, promote and influence stakeholders regarding electric transmission projects.
The successful candidate will be responsible for directly supporting Project Managers and their construction teams to assist with communications to property owners (residential, commercial, industrial, and governmental) and other stakeholders.
The position continuously communicates the impacts and benefits of projects to public stakeholders and acts as a liaison between the Dominion Energy construction team and the community.
The person should have the ability to be flexible and handle changing and emerging priorities, be adept at building rapport with internal and external stakeholders, and be able to influence communicative outcomes.
This position requires a highly proficient candidate willing to be flexible in support of various other duties as assigned.
Specific Duties Include
Supporting a variety of electric transmission projects, with a focus on the construction phase of substation and electric transmission lines
Work closely with Construction, Forestry, and Permitting process decision makers to coordinate outreach for upcoming projects
Participate in pre-construction meetings
Create and assist with the implementation of Construction Communications plans and presentations
Notify all property owners in writing and verbally of project construction activities before any significant construction activity occurs on their property
Create digital communications in coordination with internal and third‑party vendors to reach targeted audiences to include social media and website mediums
Collaborate with internal partners and/or third‑party vendors to identify stakeholders and acquire, update and maintain mailing list and other contact information to reach stakeholders
Co‑ordination of Pre‑Construction Community Meetings/Open Houses
Meet and interact with property owners as needed to address project concerns
Act as a liaison between project/construction team and community
Prepare content for website and project dashboard
Perform a variety of customer relations/customer service duties to ensure prompt processing of customer requests.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
Communications Specialist: 2-5 years of communications, public relations, stakeholder engagement, and/or related experience.
Senior Communications Specialist: 5-6+ years of communications, public relations, stakeholder engagement, and/or related experience.
Strong communication, writing, editing and interpersonal skills
Proficient with Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to coordinate fulfillment forms, letters, customer correspondence and other required materials for distribution to various publics
Excellent research and problem‑solving skills
Experience with handling difficult Customer Service situations – diplomacy, tactfulness and negotiation skills
Ability to remain calm and composed during intense public discussions.
Experience with handling difficult Customer Service situations
Excellent work prioritization and time management skills
Strong organizational management skills and ability to handle multiple projects and schedules.
Understanding of some technical/engineering aspects is desirable but not required
Education Requirements Minimum Education Required: High School/GED
Preferred: Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as an equivalent. Preferred disciplines: Journalism, Mass Communications. Other disciplines may be substituted.
Licenses, Certifications, or Qualifications: None specified.
Working Conditions
Office Work Environment 76-100%
Travel up to 25%
Other Information We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more.
Location: Glen Allen, Virginia. Job Code: Operations_ Specialist. Affiliate Sponsor: Dominion Energy.
City: Glen Allen
State: Virginia
Auto req ID: 466882BR
Job Category: Communications
Export Control: Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants.
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Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we’re looking for you. You won’t just find a job here; you’ll find your career. Review the position below and apply today.
We offer a hybrid 3-2 work schedule (three days in the office, two days of teleworking) to accommodate the need for flexibility.
Military service members and veterans with ranks from E5-E9, W1-CW5, or O3-O6, plus an appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity.
At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position.
Job Summary This position will communicate the need and benefit of large electric infrastructure projects to internal and external stakeholders using a variety of communications, marketing and stakeholder engagement skills. Responsibilities include crafting stakeholder communications (presentations, direct mail, collateral, visuals, digital content, etc.) to keep customers and others fully informed on project status and new activities. This role will use marketing and negotiation skills to communicate to, promote and influence stakeholders regarding electric transmission projects.
The successful candidate will be responsible for directly supporting Project Managers and their construction teams to assist with communications to property owners (residential, commercial, industrial, and governmental) and other stakeholders.
The position continuously communicates the impacts and benefits of projects to public stakeholders and acts as a liaison between the Dominion Energy construction team and the community.
The person should have the ability to be flexible and handle changing and emerging priorities, be adept at building rapport with internal and external stakeholders, and be able to influence communicative outcomes.
This position requires a highly proficient candidate willing to be flexible in support of various other duties as assigned.
Specific Duties Include
Supporting a variety of electric transmission projects, with a focus on the construction phase of substation and electric transmission lines
Work closely with Construction, Forestry, and Permitting process decision makers to coordinate outreach for upcoming projects
Participate in pre-construction meetings
Create and assist with the implementation of Construction Communications plans and presentations
Notify all property owners in writing and verbally of project construction activities before any significant construction activity occurs on their property
Create digital communications in coordination with internal and third‑party vendors to reach targeted audiences to include social media and website mediums
Collaborate with internal partners and/or third‑party vendors to identify stakeholders and acquire, update and maintain mailing list and other contact information to reach stakeholders
Co‑ordination of Pre‑Construction Community Meetings/Open Houses
Meet and interact with property owners as needed to address project concerns
Act as a liaison between project/construction team and community
Prepare content for website and project dashboard
Perform a variety of customer relations/customer service duties to ensure prompt processing of customer requests.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
Communications Specialist: 2-5 years of communications, public relations, stakeholder engagement, and/or related experience.
Senior Communications Specialist: 5-6+ years of communications, public relations, stakeholder engagement, and/or related experience.
Strong communication, writing, editing and interpersonal skills
Proficient with Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to coordinate fulfillment forms, letters, customer correspondence and other required materials for distribution to various publics
Excellent research and problem‑solving skills
Experience with handling difficult Customer Service situations – diplomacy, tactfulness and negotiation skills
Ability to remain calm and composed during intense public discussions.
Experience with handling difficult Customer Service situations
Excellent work prioritization and time management skills
Strong organizational management skills and ability to handle multiple projects and schedules.
Understanding of some technical/engineering aspects is desirable but not required
Education Requirements Minimum Education Required: High School/GED
Preferred: Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as an equivalent. Preferred disciplines: Journalism, Mass Communications. Other disciplines may be substituted.
Licenses, Certifications, or Qualifications: None specified.
Working Conditions
Office Work Environment 76-100%
Travel up to 25%
Other Information We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more.
Location: Glen Allen, Virginia. Job Code: Operations_ Specialist. Affiliate Sponsor: Dominion Energy.
City: Glen Allen
State: Virginia
Auto req ID: 466882BR
Job Category: Communications
Export Control: Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants.
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