Onward Search seeks a Communications Manager for a Fortune 500 Energy client in St. Petersburg, FL. This 12+ month contract role involves developing and executing strategic engagement plans, ensuring effective communication and stakeholder management within the Marketing team. Responsibilities include creating customer communication plans (letters, emails, flyers) for energy/utility and construction projects, attending community meetings, collaborating with internal teams for consistent messaging, planning public information meetings, and managing the printing and mailing process and budgets.  The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of relevant experience in community relations, public affairs, and customer-facing roles within utilities or construction. Frequent travel to construction sites and on-call responsibilities are required.

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	Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. 
 
We’re looking to hire a Communications Manager for a&nbsp;Fortune 500 Energy client.&nbsp; 
In this role, you will join the&nbsp;Marketing&nbsp;Team to&nbsp;develop and execute strategic engagement plans, ensure&nbsp;effective communication and stakeholder management.&nbsp;

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	<li>This is a 12 month +&nbsp;opportunity.
	</li><li>Location:&nbsp;St. Petersburg, FL&nbsp;(Pinellas/Pasco Counties),&nbsp;hybrid onsite.
	</li><li>40 hours per week.
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Responsibilities:&nbsp;

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	<li>Create Customer Communication plans for Energy/Utility and Construction Projects including&nbsp;letters, emails, and&nbsp;flyers to inform Property Owners about utility work in their neighborhoods.&nbsp;
	</li><li>Attend Community meetings.
	</li><li>Work closely with internal teams (Engineering, Legal, and Government Relations) to keep messaging consistent.
	</li><li>Plan and host Public Information&nbsp;Meetings&nbsp;regarding community events.
	</li><li>Collaborate with Local Government &amp; Community Relations Managers to develop and implement appropriate Public Engagement strategies.
	</li><li>Manage the printing and mailing process.
	</li><li>Manage&nbsp;budgets effectively.
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Requirements:

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	<li>Bachelor's Degree + (5) years of related work Communications experience.&nbsp;&nbsp;
	</li><li>Experience in Community Relations, Public Affairs, and Customer-Facing roles in Utilities or Construction.
	</li><li>Strong communicators who are comfortable with in-person interactions, problem solving, and navigating complaints.
	</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
	</li><li>Available for travel and after-hours events. Prepare&nbsp;to travel frequently to construction sites for on-site interactions. Available for on-call responsibilities.&nbsp;
</li></ul>

Perks &amp; Benefits:&nbsp;

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	<li>Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
	</li><li>Life Insurance
	</li><li>401k Program
	</li><li>Commuter Benefit
	</li><li>eLearning
	</li><li>Education Reimbursement
	</li><li>Ongoing Training &amp; Development
	</li><li>*To qualify for our benefits package, you must work over 30 hours per week and the length of assignment must be a minimum of 10 weeks.
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To learn more about this opportunity, apply now. Our Recruitment Team will be in touch, guide you through the interview process, and advocate on your behalf.
Employer Details:
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<li>Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.</li>
<li>In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.</li>
<li>Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.</li>
<li>Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.</li>
<li>Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.</li>
<li>Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.</li>
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Communications Manager