Communications Specialist

Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations or related field required.
A minimum of five years of experience in media, corporate or customer communications, marketing, public relations or related fields.
Experience in the water or utility industry a plus.
Great organizational skills.
Familiarity with video production, Google Applications, Microsoft Office and Virtual Platforms.
Ability to be creative in ways to promote positive customer experiences.

Develop and implement *Customer First* communications, community relations and external and internal stakeholder plans with strong emphasis on local projects and initiatives and national and global objectives.
Write local communications, including strategic plans, articles, press releases, speeches/presentations, etc.
Support communications performance targets and goals established by Corporate Communications and the local business unit.
Manage local websites, social media and digital networks, providing consistently fresh and relevant content.
Develop rich and meaningful internal communications that celebrate staff, promote safety, spotlight capital projects and champion change.
Generate compelling stories that cultivate media interest in the Veolia brand. Convert meaningful conversations to earned placement.
Develop communications and events that increase satisfaction, brand perception and support a *Customer First* organization.
Implement customer communications during emergencies, as needed.