Operations Communications Consultant

Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for.

Position Summary
Position is accountable for excellent communications project management, writing and client service. Contributes to corporate goals and targets through implementation of communications plans for internal and external audiences. Coordinates work with other Communications staff to ensure alignment with overall strategy for the company and/or business units, jurisdictions and issues.

The communications consultant will support Xcel Energy Operations clients, initiatives and change management projects. This will involve the creation and execution of communications plans, including content development, audience identification and distribution strategy, and creative story telling across communications platforms.

Essential Responsibilities

Plans, researches, writes, edits and coordinates development of print, electronic and web-based communications, including brochures, bill inserts, fact sheets, presentations and collateral material.

Coordinates work and schedules with graphic designers, ensuring final products meet client needs. Documents and improves processes to produce quality, on‑time results within budget.

Serves on various cross‑functional teams to provide communications perspectives and helps develop and implement plans and tactics to achieve team's mission. Provides communications counsel to clients.

Works closely with vendor‑partners, including printers, direct mail houses, bindery shops, etc., to ensure production meets quality and timing requirements; receives invoices and initiates payment process, including ensuring correct budget codes are used. Understands and supports Xcel Energy’s brand; understands and demonstrates behaviors in accordance with the corporate values.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, marketing, public relations, or related discipline.

At least 5 years’ experience in positions that require significant, direct interaction with clients, designers and production vendors.

Proven ability to write clearly, concisely, quickly and accurately, incorporating key messages and calls to action and using appropriate language and tone for the target audience.

Able to progress on a variety of projects during the course of the workday and accustomed to working at a fast pace.

Preferred Requirements

Work in an agency or corporate setting.

Experience in the utility industry.

Salary
Base salary: $73,700.00 to $104,633.00 per year.

Benefits

Annual Incentive Program

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Dependent Care Reimbursement Account

Health Care Reimbursement Account

Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan)

Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA)

Transportation Reimbursement Account

Short-term disability (STD)

Long-term disability (LTD)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan)

Tuition reimbursement

Transit programs

Employee recognition program

Pension

401(k) plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Holidays

Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)

Parental Leave

Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com.

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