Sr. Marketing and Communications Rep (Grid Modernization and AMI) at PNM Resources in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Job Description:

POSTING DEADLINE

This position is posted until filled.

DEPARTMENT

Department:   Corporate Communications
 

PREFERENCES

• 5 years of experience in marketing and communications, preferably in the utilities or public sector.
• Proven experience managing complex marketing campaigns and working with external agencies and non-marketing vendors.
• Strong understanding of digital and traditional marketing and advertising channels.
• Ability to translate technical information into clear and compelling market messages.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Experience in the energy/utilities sector is highly desirable.
• Experience working inside a marketing agency is not essential but a plus.
• Strong organizational skills.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Sr. Marketing and Communications Rep (Grid Modernization and AMI)

Salary Grade: G06
Minimum  Midpoint  Maximum
$78,537 - $106,024 - $133,511

SUMMARY:  

Under limited supervision, participates in the development and execution of internal and external communication strategies for PNM Resources and its subsidiaries.  Promotes creative, highly organized, and proactive internal and external communications strategies. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Develops and executes communications strategies to convey PNM Resources and subsidiaries visions, objectives, and strategies while working with the communications team 

Leads and supports continuous improvement of communications processes and their effectiveness 

Delivers addressed company issues to employees, clarifies strategic issues, and explains these issues to external audiences, including media 

Researches, writes, and edits articles, speeches, news releases, and other communication documents for presentation to key internal and external stakeholders 

Develops content to support communications efforts in collaboration with web site manager; may also manage video and web cast projects 

Creates communications plans and materials and participates in the execution of various communications projects 

Continually identifies, strengthens, and expands collaborative relations with critical stakeholders 

Develops strategies to enhance external recognition for positive corporate initiatives 

Identifies potential company issues, and develops and implements proactive communication strategies 

Develops and delivers issues, management recommendations, strategies, and plans with interdisciplinary teams 

Provides communications consultancy to support functions and business units 

Identifies new practice vehicles to help drive culture change and engages with company leadership and workforce 

COMPETENCIES: 

Advanced organizational, technical, and documentation skills 

Excellent interpersonal skills and professionalism in dealing with various individuals 

Action-oriented, detail-oriented, goal-oriented, and budget-oriented 

Ability to make independent decisions and demonstrate leadership ability 

Ability to work effectively and independently with limited supervision 

Ability to communicate using a variety of media through an innovative mix of traditional and nontraditional communications 

Ability to meet deadlines 

Highly motivated team player 

Knowledge, understanding, and commitment to express and implement the company¿s vision and goals 

QUALIFICATIONS                    

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:  

Bachelor¿s degree in journalism, communications, English or related field with five to six years of experience in financial, corporate, or business communications and media relations, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline. Experience in project management and video production is preferred. 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: 

Project management certification is preferred. 

Video production skills preferred 

COMMUNICATION SKILLS: 

Advanced verbal and written communication skills 

Advanced negotiation skills and ability to gain concessions without damaging relationships  

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret company information and general business periodicals 

Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondence, and memos 

Ability to effectively give persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to various audiences 

Ability to write speeches and articles using original and innovative techniques 

Ability to write complex correspondence 

Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations                 

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:  

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume 

Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry 

Ability to apply the concepts of fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations  
               
COMPUTER SKILLS:   

Advanced knowledge in word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, web-publishing, and communication-oriented software   

ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY:  

Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.  Ability to solve complex problems and deal with a variety of abstract variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.  Ability to assess public and internal feedback and requests to develop strategies that align with company mission, objectives and goals. Ability to analyze effectiveness of existing internal communication strategies, plans and materials.  Ability to anticipate and resolve issues. 

DECISION MAKING: 

Determines content for various internal and external communication materials and deliverables. Ability to make final decisions on issues of low to moderate-risk based on corporate reputation.  Ability to recognize higher-risk issues and have the ability to explain them and make recommendations to the management. 

SCOPE AND IMPACT: 

Significant potential financial impact associated with reputation management. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

Ability to sit up to 2/3 of the time and to stand, walk, and stoop up to 1/3 of the time.  Good vision and ability to adjust focus is required.  Manual dexterity is required.  Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

Office environment. 

Requires some travel and work in outdoor locations.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Safety Statement:
Safety is a core value at (TXNM Energy/PNM/TNMP) and our vision, ¿everyone goes home safe¿, reflects our commitment to promoting an environment conducive to learning, improving and building safety practices. Our safety value is built upon the belief that every employee deserves to work in an environment free from harm.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement: 
TXNM Energy is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with the ADA. If you require assistance with the job application process due to a disability, please contact HR ADA Analyst, at 505-241-4627.

 

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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