Project - Public Affairs Specialist

Job Description

Requisition: 79902

PSEG Company: PSEG Services Corp.

Salary Range: $ 75,000 – $ 118,700

Incentive: PIP 10%

Work Location Category: Remote Local

PSEG operates under a Flexible Work Model where flexible work is offered when job requirements allow. In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of four work location categories: onsite roles, hybrid roles that are a blend of onsite and remote work, remote local roles that are primarily home-based but require some level of purpose-driven in-person interaction and living within a commutable distance, and remote non-local roles that can be effectively performed remotely with the ability to work in approved states.

We want you to be healthy, balanced, and feel secure. Thats why youll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, youll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer a retirement program, 401(k) with company match, company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement and a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year.

PSEG offers a unique experience to our more than 12,000 employees we provide the resources and opportunities for career development that come with being a Fortune 500 company, as well as the attention, camaraderie and care for one another you might typically associate with a small business. Our focus on combatting climate change through clean energy technology, our new net zero climate vision for 2030 and enhanced commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion; and supporting the communities we serve make this a particularly exciting time to join PSEG.

Job Summary

This is a “Project” position designed to support project work for a limited duration. While the exact duration of the project is yet to be determined, we currently anticipate a period of 3-5 years based on business needs at the present time following which you will separate from the Company. It is important for you to understand that this period may be shortened based on business needs in the future at which point you will separate from the Company. It is also important for you to understand that this employment is of a limited duration and that you will not be entitled to separation benefits under any PSEG plan at the time you separate from the Company. Director Level approval and waiver will be required for you to bid on other PSEG opportunities within the first 3 years of assignment. From year 4 through the end of your assignment, Director level approval and waiver will not be required. If your assignment ends prior to the anticipated timeframe based on business needs, you will be allowed to bid on other PSEG opportunities without Director level approval from the time you are notified your assignment will be ending through the end date of the assignment.

The Public Affairs Specialist works closely with various project teams within the central territory in support of capital projects associated with Projects & Construction (P&C) and Gas Construction to develop and implement communications and outreach strategies that support the strategic objectives of these organizations.

Job Responsibilities

The focus of this position will be to initiate, develop and execute proactive outreach, marketing communications and media/social media relations plans that effectively promote P&C and Gas Construction initiatives within the central region. This includes collaborating with internal project teams and business partners to gather requirements and develop effective communications strategies, and supporting a highly structured effort to cascade and reinforce key messages with the right tools and most effective communication channels for each audience segment, specifically the residential and business community.

Support Regional Public Affairs Managers (RPAs) in monitoring and developing local policy proposals, such as ordinances.
Conduct door to door canvassing to provide project and construction information and updates to customers.
Respond to project hotlines to address customer questions and concerns. Primary audiences include key business leaders, policy makers and influential members of the community in addition to local, county and state elected officials.
Align with RPA Mgrs representing the company at town hall, zoning board, and planning board meetings, etc. to gain necessary project approvals.
Consult, counsel, and develop strategies with leadership to understand, develop and implement effective communications. Recognize issues, propose, and recommend new initiatives or events to address issues or situations.
Conduct research and utilize knowledge of latest communications technologies and tools, including social media, to execute communications strategies and participate in the development of presentations, messages, and speeches. Build relationships with partners and clients and leverage those relationships for effective delivery of communications.
This position is also involved with the facilitation and development of an outreach strategy for each company project. This includes development of a route profile designed to identify key information about a project host community with an emphasis on identifying any potential opposition. This position is also responsible for making recommendations to include in the development of mitigation plans to ensure the projects success.
Ad hoc responsibilities include supporting relationships with the news media, including print, radio, TV and internet, and work closely with corporate communications and public affairs leadership in producing collateral material for internal and external use. This position will also support State Governmental Affairs in developing legislative and regulatory proposals designed to gain support for company initiatives. Develop talking points and Q&A information to prepare leaders to respond to customers and municipalities.

Job Specific Qualifications

Required:

Bachelors degree and 2 years of experience in public affairs, community outreach, customer facing or related experience, OR in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, 3 years of experience in public affairs, community outreach, customer facing, or related experience.
Strong customer focus
Strong customer relations skills and ability to work with the public.
Strong analytical, organizational, communication and presentation skills
Awareness of social media and its application to business communication
Demonstrated experience writing and editing
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
Must demonstrate and value differences in others’ strengths, perspectives, approaches, and personal choices. Must foster an inclusive work environment and respect all aspects of diversity.

Desired:

General familiarity with creative processes (layout, photography, print production).
Experience producing press releases, talking points, op-eds, letters to the editor and position papers.
Knowledge of the Energy or Utility business.
Graduate degree Business, Communications, Public Policy
Fluency in Spanish language is preferred

Minimum Years of Experience

2 years of experience

Education

Certifications

None Noted

Disclaimer

Certain positions at the Company may require you to have access to Part 810-Controlled Information. Under the law, the Company is limited in who it can share this information with and in certain circumstances it is necessary to obtain specific authorization before the Company can share this information. Accordingly, if the position does require access to this information, you must complete a 10 CFR Part 810 Export Control Compliance Nationality Request Form, a copy of which will be provided to you by Talent Acquisition if an offer is made. If there is a need for specific authorization, due to the time it takes to obtain authorization from the government, we will likely not be able to further proceed with an offer.

PSEG is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment, including the hiring process, based on any legally protected characteristic. Legally protected characteristics include race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in locations where PSEG employs individuals.

As an employee of PSEG you should be aware that during storm restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions outside of your routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations.

For all roles, PSEGs drug and alcohol testing program includes pre-employment testing, testing for cause, and post-incident/accident testing. For employees in federally regulated roles (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations), this also includes random testing. Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and/or medically, it is prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles. Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role are subject to drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana. Please note that the use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC/Marijuana and such use is not a legitimate medical explanation for such a positive result.

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Project – Public Affairs Specialist

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