Public Relations Strategist

Homer Electric Association (HEA) is a member-owned electric utility serving the central and southern areas of the Kenai Peninsula in Alaska. We are excited to be seeking a Public Relations Strategist to join our team in Homer or Kenai. We believe in the Cooperative values of integrity, accountability, innovation and commitment to community and a successful candidate will have an opportunity to directly impact these values.

The Public Relations Strategist is responsible for protecting and enhancing the utility's reputation through communications that target employees, members, board of directors, media, local government and legislative officials, and other key stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have strong writing skills, video, and photography skills together with an understanding of social media and digital marketing, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments. The ideal candidate must also display an ability to manage multiple tasks/projects and meet deadlines in a demanding environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and execute an annual strategic communication plan.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact and effectiveness of communication strategies, campaigns, and the cooperative's community outreach programs.
• Maintain media contact directory and relationships throughout the state.
• Review outreach materials and make recommendations that will provide a consistent message, graphic presence, and tone.
• Create and manage content for the cooperative's digital platforms, including websites, social media, podcasts, and email newsletters.
• Monitor news and social media platforms for information pertaining to or potentially impacting HEA.
• Assist is preparing and distributing press releases, statements, and other official communications.
• Partner in planning, coordinating, facilitating, and participating in cooperative events, meetings, and presentations.
• Assist in communications related to regional and annual meetings.

EDUCATION, LICENSE & EXPERIENCE:

• Associate degree with an emphasis in public relations, communications, or related field.
• Two years' experience using digital marketing tools, developing presentations, and using social media platforms that demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• In lieu of the degree requirement, an additional four years of applicable experience may replace the degree requirement.

HEA is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer; Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

We invite you to join our team of professionals at Homer Electric Association. Come explore the extraordinary offers with work/life balance, competitive pay, and excellent benefits. Our employees enjoy a rewarding career with opportunities for growth and development. To learn more about Homer Electric Association, please visit us at www.homerelectric.com