Communications Specialist

Entergy Communications Specialist New Orleans, Louisiana Apply Now

Legal Entity : Entergy Power Ops U.S., Inc-EPU

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• This position will be filled as a Communications Specialist I or II based on the experience and / or qualifications of the selected candidate.
• This position may be filled in Jackson, MS or New Orleans, LA.

Job Summary / Purpose

Responsible for developing and implementing strategic communication and stakeholder engagement plans for cross-cutting programs, organizations and issues impacting nuclear and operations, including : telling the company story internally and externally through a variety of communications tools, and helping drive communications efforts for projects such as (wildfires, cyber security, load shed, etc.

Work alongside company, nuclear and operations professionals to share success stories and best practices.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Ensure communication strategies support best-in-class performance. Cultivate an open, transparent, and trusting environment with all stakeholders.
• Develop and implement stakeholder communication strategies contributing to improved net promoter score and organizational health.

Provide inspirational vision with strategic clarity for optimal implementation.

• Provide leadership with communications strategies across the operations organization, including : internal and external storytelling supporting the company brand, and helping lead communications efforts for projects such as (wildfires, cyber security, load shed, etc.)
• Engage in regular storytelling for both internal and external stakeholders by curating insightful operational and other systemwide stories that can be used at the corporate and OpCo levels.
• Anticipate and manage emerging issues and mitigate risks associated with them. Demonstrate value for the communities we serve.

Minimum education required of the position :

Typically requires a college or university degree in related field or the equivalent work experience. Prefer degrees in communications, public relations, journalism or related field.

Minimum experience required of the position :

3+ years

Desired : Experience with or knowledge of AP writing style and Adobe Creative Cloud.

Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities required of the position :

• Strong writer, presenter, story creator
• Strategic and integrated communications planning
• Proactive, positive storytelling that supports the strategy
• Cross-functional collaboration and consensus building
• Strong relationship building and development needed
• Will have a storm role

Any certificates, licenses, etc. required for the position :

None

Other Attributes

Functional Knowledge : Requires in-depth understanding of concepts, theories and principles in own discipline and basic knowledge of other disciplines.

Business Expertise : Applies understanding of the industry and how the profession contributes to the achievement of objectives.

Leadership : Adapts plans and priorities to meet service and / or operational challenges.

Problem Solving : Identifies and resolves technical, operational and organizational problems.

Impact : Impacts the level of service and the team’s ability to meet quality, volume, and timeliness objectives. Guided by policies, resource requirements, budgets and the business plan.

Interpersonal Skills : Guides, influences and persuades others either internally in other areas or externally with customers or agencies.

Other : Not all aspects of the job are covered by the description may require other duties as assigned . Job may change over time in accordance with business needs.

Job description does not guarantee employment.

Job Function : Professional

FLSA Status : Professional

Relocation Option : No Relocation Offered

Number of Openings : 1

Travel Percentage : Up to 25%

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority / Female / Disability / Vets.

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