Communications Specialist

Edgewater is seeking qualified candidates for a Communications Specialist opportunity for our customer, UCOR, in Oak Ridge, TN.

SAR-9312

RFP NEG-0000364

Closes 4/4/22 6:00 PM

Job Family: Communications Specialist

Job Grade: Communications Associate I or II

Grade 6 or 21

Pay Range: $20-$37/hr.

SCOPE:

Performs a variety of Communication functions including overseeing the contributions, public affairs and corporate membership programs and coordinates business development advertising. Performs special assignments as assigned.

RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports to and receives operational and functional guidance from the Manager of Communications and Community Programs.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviews requests for financial and other contribution support and determines appropriate approval authority level.
• Administers the contributions programs and prepares annual budgets and presentations on the programs.
• Maintains records and reports of political contributions and expenditures prescribed bylaw.
• Advises management of policy guidelines regarding memberships and contributions.
• Researches and writes special reports and presentations such as operating plans.
• Directs the activities of assigned staff.
• Assigns and reviews work, initiates personnel actions, and evaluates performance.

Job Knowledge:

• Knowledge of the UCOR organization to effectively respond to media inquiries.
• Knowledge of UCOR policies and procedures.
• Strong oral and written communication.
• Extensive knowledge in journalistic writing techniques and skill in editing articles and stories.
• Familiarity with news media processes and experience in media relations.
• Experience in developing and administering Public Relations programs and employee communication activities.
• Knowledge of UCOR policies on memberships and contributions.
• Knowledge of UCOR organization and a broad knowledge of Communications ‘functions as they are applied to UCOR.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws regarding political and charitable contributions and use of foundation funds.
• Proficiency and experience in maintaining accurate records of budget and statistical information.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field or demonstrated equivalent.

Experience: 0 to 5 years’ experience.

Level-Specific Responsibilities:

• Writes articles and news stories and selects photographs for UCOR publications.

• Conducts interviews with both external and internal sources to UCOR.

• Independently responds to routine media inquiries.

• With supervisor approval, researches issues and responds to more complex media inquiries or initiates media contact.

• Plans and organizes publicity or writes stories for the UCOR organization, community events or promotional activities at jobsites, and coordinates media activities with area office Communications staff.

• Identifies and develops potential stories about UCOR activities for placement in media.

• Reviews legislative bills and public relations publications for Items of interest.

• For supervisor review, drafts articles for UCOR publications on politically related measures and Items.

If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience for this position, please follow the application steps via our website: www.edgewatertech.net/careers

If your qualifications match our position requirements, you will be contacted and provided additional details. Edgewater will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so.

WORKING WITH EDGEWATER

Edgewater offers the opportunity to structure benefit packages to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre-tax 401(k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning on DAY 1.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Edgewater is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected Veterans, or individuals with disabilities.

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