Job Title: Communication Advisor

Job Level: BU3/BU4

Date Posted: October 16, 2024
Closing Date: October 31, 2024
Job Type: Full-time Permanent
Category: Internal/External Opportunities

Location: Calgary

We power Alberta. Our transmission lines deliver electricity to millions of Albertans 24 hours a day, seven days a week. When you're on our team, you're supporting our province's homes, farms, businesses and industries by providing safe, reliable and cost-effective service. Whether working in the field or in the office, every AltaLinker contributes to keeping the lights on.

As a member of the Berkshire Hathaway Energy family, we are part of a global group of companies delivering sustainable electricity and utility services to customers worldwide. Our exceptional customer service, commitment to the environment, and world-class safety record makes us a leader in our industry.

Today, the transmission system is more important than ever. As we connect new sources of renewable energy to the grid and support Alberta's energy transition to net-zero emissions, AltaLink's transmission system is the backbone of the changing electricity system. With our head office in Calgary, and regional offices in Greater Edmonton, Red Deer and Lethbridge, we have central and southern Alberta covered.

We offer work with meaning, incredible opportunities for development, work life balance and opportunities to contribute to your community. Join our team!

Job Description:

We are looking for a talented Communications Advisor who will develop and implement communication strategies and plans for internal and external audiences. Reporting to the Manager, Corporate Communications, the Communications Advisor will be part of a team dedicated to high-quality and innovative communications practices. We're looking for a strategic thinker, a great writer, and a tech-savvy communicator to join our team and promote AltaLink's reputation with all of our stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Daily development and production of miscellaneous communications materials including presentations, speeches, reference tools, fact sheets, correspondence, website content, social media content, key messaging and boilerplates.
• Develop and manage content for www.altalink.ca and AltaLink's social media accounts.
• Develop and manage content for TeamLink – AltaLink's corporate intranet.
• Ensure AltaLink's online presence aligns with AltaLink's messaging, strategy and culture.
• Support the team in monitoring media and social media for industry news and AltaLink mentions.
• Act as lead writer for various reports, newsletters and other corporate communications.
• Work with project teams including project managers, engineers and planners to create communications plans for new transmission projects.
• Develop project information packages for AltaLink's transmission and construction projects.
• Ensure AltaLink's transmission projects are communicated through all appropriate channels.
• Provide strategic advice to internal clients on audience needs, message development, effective communication tools, timing and methods to evaluate internal communication programs to help them meet their business goals.
• Consult with AltaLink management and employees to provide integrated communications support for specific business issues.
• Provide research, writing and editing services for a variety of communications.
• Support the execution of AltaLink's corporate events and community investment activities.
• Support the team in measuring and reporting on the effectiveness of AltaLink's communication platforms.
• Provide support to Manager, Corporate Communications and VP, External Engagement.

Requirements

• Degree or diploma in communications or public relations required.
• Minimum two years of experience in a communications role.
• Proven ability/experience in the above noted responsibilities.
• Superior communication skills (both written and verbal), including solid creative writing and editing skills when dealing with sometimes highly technical topics.
• Strong knowledge of communication processes.
• Demonstrated ability in project management of communications initiatives.
• Ability to translate technical information into easily understood language.
• Extremely detail oriented.
• Demonstrated experience working with content management systems, SharePoint and other technologies.
• Experience with analytics and measurement would be an asset.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and carry projects through to completion within a changing environment, both independently and as a member of a team.
• Work effectively in team setting – value the ideas of others.
• Effective interpersonal skills to interface with team members and customers to promote positive outcomes.
• Sound judgment in dealing with sensitive, and/or highly confidential information.
• Proven track record of good attendance and job performance.

Benefits

• Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision)
• Spending Accounts
• Competitive Compensation and Bonus Plan
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan and Group RRSP
• Group Life Insurance
• Hybrid Work Schedule for Eligible Roles
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vacation, Earned Time off, Birthdays Off Work and 13 Recognized Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Social Club
• Onsite Parking and Onsite Gym
• Wellness Programs