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At Alliant Energy, our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. We are passionate about powering beyond the market challenges of today, while powering what's next in energy. When our employees say "I am energy", it means they take pride in the work we do when disaster strikes, as well as all the days in between. We want you to be safe, happy and healthy. That's why we prioritize safety, offer volunteer opportunities and provide competitive pay, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, tuition reimbursement and paid time off.
Alliant Energy has a unique opportunity for a Grassroots Community Engagement Partner to join our team in Madison, WI or Cedar Rapids, IA. If you love building grassroots support, developing communications that resonates with a variety of audiences and want to help others understand the importance of creating and using clean energy, apply today. In this position, you will develop and implement effective communications strategies, coordinate Community Engagement, manage stakeholder development and coordinate related collateral. In addition, you'll work closely with the Communications Team and internal clients to develop and implement strategic communications plans designed to generate external news about our products, services, purpose-driven strategy and Clean Energy Vision. Our people make us great, so we're looking for the best and brightest talent in the communications industry.
This is a hybrid position and will work remotely and report to the Cedar Rapids, IA or Madison, WI office an average of one to two times per week. Candidates must reside in either Iowa or Wisconsin.
Travel is estimated to be 15% for this position. Most of this travel will consist of day trips with occasional overnight travel required.
What you will do
Education Requirements
Required Experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.
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It's not just what we do; it's how we do it.
Live Safety. Everyone. Always | Make Things Better | Care For Others | Do The Right Thing | Act For Tomorrow | Think Beyond. Be Bold
Alliant Energy is committed to providing an inclusive work environment for all and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
All candidates selected for employment with Alliant Energy will be required to successfully complete a drug screen and background check.
Disclaimer:
The above information on this description has been crafted to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not crafted to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Alliant Energy and subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. Applicants in need of a reasonable accommodation for any part of the hiring process, please email talent@alliantenergy.com.
At Alliant Energy, our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. We are passionate about powering beyond the market challenges of today, while powering what's next in energy. When our employees say "I am energy", it means they take pride in the work we do when disaster strikes, as well as all the days in between. We want you to be safe, happy and healthy. That's why we prioritize safety, offer volunteer opportunities and provide competitive pay, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, tuition reimbursement and paid time off.
Alliant Energy has a unique opportunity for a Grassroots Community Engagement Partner to join our team in Madison, WI or Cedar Rapids, IA. If you love building grassroots support, developing communications that resonates with a variety of audiences and want to help others understand the importance of creating and using clean energy, apply today. In this position, you will develop and implement effective communications strategies, coordinate Community Engagement, manage stakeholder development and coordinate related collateral. In addition, you'll work closely with the Communications Team and internal clients to develop and implement strategic communications plans designed to generate external news about our products, services, purpose-driven strategy and Clean Energy Vision. Our people make us great, so we're looking for the best and brightest talent in the communications industry.
This is a hybrid position and will work remotely and report to the Cedar Rapids, IA or Madison, WI office an average of one to two times per week. Candidates must reside in either Iowa or Wisconsin.
Travel is estimated to be 15% for this position. Most of this travel will consist of day trips with occasional overnight travel required.
What you will do
- Develop effective communications strategies and tactical communication plans for routine and moderately complex programs.
- Serve as Community Engagement Coordinator, managing stakeholder planning/engagement and efforts to create engagement.
- Execute tactical strategies and plans with consultation from subject matter experts and other team members, including more experienced staff and leadership.
- Develop plans related to Resource Development and/or Communications initiatives, as assigned.
- Participate and help guide communications planning activities, with understanding of the subject matter to make strategy recommendations and then incorporate into communications plan. Identify key stakeholders of the communication subject matter.
- Understand the objectives of recommended communications tools and assist with the counseling of clients on their appropriate use.
- Successfully develop and coordinate internal and external communications.
- May have general responsibility for one or more groups of customers, such as business units or multiple departments.
- Operate with moderate supervision.
- Develop collateral and communications (e.g., fact sheets, news releases, PowerPoint, talking points, info boards).
- Participate on cross-functional teams and/or project activities.
- May act as media spokesperson for moderately complex media inquiries.
Education Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree Emphasis in journalism, public policy, political science, communications, marketing, English, or related area Required
Required Experience
- 5 years technical and/or professional experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated community / grassroots engagement
- Demonstrated ability to use computer software programs (e.g., email, word processing, spreadsheet, and project management) preferred.
- Works in a diverse and inclusive environment.
Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.
#LI-BB1
It's not just what we do; it's how we do it.
Live Safety. Everyone. Always | Make Things Better | Care For Others | Do The Right Thing | Act For Tomorrow | Think Beyond. Be Bold
Alliant Energy is committed to providing an inclusive work environment for all and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
All candidates selected for employment with Alliant Energy will be required to successfully complete a drug screen and background check.
Disclaimer:
The above information on this description has been crafted to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not crafted to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Alliant Energy and subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. Applicants in need of a reasonable accommodation for any part of the hiring process, please email talent@alliantenergy.com.
