Project Outreach Specialist - External Affairs - Washington DC

We are a forward-thinking electric utility powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers’ lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger. This position will support the primary resource for strategy and public engagement and outreach on FirstEnergy Transmission projects, and will require frequent travel to NoVA, Northern Shenandoah Valley, and the Eastern Panhandle of WV.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in public affairs, communications, public policy, public administration, journalism, business, marketing, customer service, advertising, public relations, or related field.
• 5-7 years related work experience in Political campaigns, Utilities, External Affairs, Corporate Communications, Customer Service, Marketing, Media Relations, Journalism, or related field.
• Highly organized and effective at managing multiple workstreams simultaneously and demonstrated ability to take on high-levels of responsibility.

Benefits

• Competitive pay plus incentive compensation
• Company-sponsored pension plan
• 401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs
• Skills development training with tuition reimbursement