part-time education & community relations specialist

COBB ELECTRIC MEMBERSHIP CORPORATION
EXTERNAL APPLICANT NOTICE OF JOB VACANCY
MAY 5, 2015
Any external candidate wishing to apply for this position must complete an Employment Application form and leave it in the main
lobby Applicant Drop Box, email to carrie.green@cobbemc.com or return it by mail to Carrie Green, Corporate Recruiter (P.O. Box
369, Marietta, GA 30061). Applicants are responsible for returning applications prior to the posting deadline. Applicants needing to
change information submitted on their application will be responsible for notifying the Human Resources Department in writing. All
applicants are subject to the Drug Free Workplace Act. All positions are subject to random drug screening.
APPLICATIONS/RESUMES MUST BE SUBMITTED BY: MAY 12, 2015
TO carrie.green@cobbemc.com or fax to (678) 355 – 3363
PART-TIME EDUCATION & COMMUNITY RELATIONS SPECIALIST
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
Represents Cobb EMC in the community through involvement with school systems, local community leaders, civic and non-profit
organizations. Provide assistance to the Director of Education & Community Relations.
EDUCATION/KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism or a related field
Minimum three years experience in Public Relations, Community Relations, with experience in event planning and newsletter
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This is a Part-­‐Time position – max of 30 hours per week. Must be flexible with work schedule and have availability to work evenings and weekends as necessary. SKILLS:
Excellent listening, oral and written communication skills
Ability to appropriately handle confidential information
Ability to work with a computer and proficiency with Photo Shop, Digital Editing, and Microsoft Office Suite
Demonstrated expertise in project and event management skills
Excellent presentation skills
Good interpersonal skills to develop effective working relationships with community organizations and employees
Detail oriented
Possess valid Georgia driver’s license
PREFERRED:
Previous utility industry experience in education and community relations
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Pass company-required physical exam
Light work
Examples: Work performed involves primarily sitting at workstation and frequently operating a personal computer and other office
equipment; frequently conducting group presentations and setting up and cleaning up rooms for company events; frequently attending
meetings and community functions
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work in general office environment with some fieldwork
Work varying hours, as required.
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:
INTERNAL:
Receive direction and instruction from immediate supervisor
Effectively works with the Marketing and Public Relations departments regarding member functions, promotional items
EXTERNAL:
Interact with customers, the educational community, as well as the community at large within the Cobb EMC service area to
promote a positive corporate image
Effectively serve all customers to achieve increased customer and public support of the Corporation
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
PART-TIME EDUCATION & COMMUNITY RELATIONS SPECIALIST
NOTE: The following are major responsibilities of this position. They are not intended to cover each aspect of the position as the
scope and duties of a given position may change or be temporarily altered based on the business needs of the Corporation. The basic
requirement of every position is to perform all tasks as assigned by the reporting authority.
Safety and Corporate Standards
• Perform all work in a safe manner, encouraging others to do the same, and reporting unsafe situations, environments, and
work procedures.
• Abide by all corporate standards, policies, by-laws, rules, and regulations.
• Complete all assigned work in an accurate, timely, and efficient manner.
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area.
Community Programs, Projects & Events •
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Develop and present programs for energy conservation, safety and other requested topics
Provide selected written communications, as requested to include event invitations, memos, etc.
Recommend promotional and event material purchases
Prepare and send out mass mailings and information packets related to community programs and projects
Participate in appropriate civic, community, and professional organizations
Coordinate March of Dimes event and fundraising activities
Assist in planning coordinating and facilitating community events, service programs, projects, and meetings in the counties
we serve, attend community events representing the corporation
Update and Maintain an accurate database for Home Owners Associations, Local County and Elected Officials, Public
Safety, and Partners In Education Schools
Attend Chamber of Commerce and Civic Organization Meetings
Engage employees and external member volunteers to participate and support corporate programs for Education and
Community Service
Assist with the organization of Cobb EMC Annual Meeting
Assist with the organization and delivery of the Cobb EMC Homeowner’s Association Meetings for the counties we serve
Develop and market community campaigns, related materials and review annual strategies for multiple Cobb EMC
Scholarship programs to include Walter Harrison, Youth Tour, and Operation Round Up Scholarships
Develop, organize and attend Cobb EMC Programs to benefit Foster Care Children and Families, Senior Services and
Special Needs Children and their Families
Area School Programs and Projects •
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Participate in community events, service programs, projects, and meetings
(Partners in Education, Mentoring, School Clubs -, etc.)
Promote and participate in programs that meet local school curriculum and corporate public information needs.
(Character Education, Literacy Week, Career Day, etc.)
Coordinate and participate in the Solar Sprint Competition
Coordinate and participate in STEM Programming with schools in the counties we serve
Coordinate and attend Teacher development initiatives and training opportunities
Update materials, schedule and present Electric Avenue Safety presentations to the counties we serve
Coordinate and promote , internal and external events, for the Cobb EMC Wattson Mascot program
Develop, coordinate and launch a wide variety of school system and community contests and educational events
Communications •
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Develop community campaigns and strategies, social media, website, develop strategies for existing program enhancements,
event production and marketing for new programs in community relations and member education
Design, layout, and color suggestions for materials and promotions for education and community events and contests
Write copy for safety, conservation and associated presentations, general communications and assist with copy development
for website, Community Relations and Educational flyers, Intranet
• Responsible for the copy, design, layout, printing and distribution of the School Power Newsletter and the Task Force Newsletter, Internal and External Distributions Reporting and Notification •
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Work with vendors to maximize quality but maintain cost efficient prices
Responsible for ordering and tracking inventory as it relates to the budget
Maintain and acquire appropriate equipment and materials for use in the field
Create and maintain reporting spreadsheets for monthly reports
Notify and engage employees about Education and Community Relations events and volunteer opportunities
Notify Call Center about scholarship and community campaigns
Women's Task Force •
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Provides support for Cobb EMC Public Relations meetings,
Organize and attend Women’s Task Force functions, and other events
Engage community volunteerism among the Task Force Membership
Update and Monitor the Women’s Task Force Hot Line and RSVP Phone System
Update the Task Force Directory and schedule new member photography
Support the Task Force Executive Committee and Membership with appropriate mailings and Phone Call Assistance
EOE/AA F/M/LGBT/Vets/Disabled/Reasonable Accommodation Employer Drug-free Workplace