Highlights of the job

EPCOR’s award-winning Communications & Public Engagement team is looking to hire an Advisor, Employee Communications [temporary, full time, up to 12 months] working out of Edmonton, AB.

As we take big steps to build our brand and push into new spaces, we are building the right team of high performers to help us drive EPCOR’s vision through best-in-class communications, marketing and leadership. If you’re an experienced communicator, someone who champions our employees and their work, and is passionate about their role in shaping corporate culture – this is your chance to join our Corporate Employee Communications team!

This position is eligible for our hybrid Where We Work program and is open to internal candidates. Current EPCOR employees, please ensure that you are using your “@epcor.com” email address.

What you’d be responsible for

• Delivering strategic employee communications planning, execution and support for company-wide initiatives, and corporate and business unit clients.
• Leveraging and optimizing various communication channels to engage employees and enhance corporate culture. This involves maintaining high standards for traditional and digital internal communications channels, including the employee intranet, e-mail, digital screens and other emerging tools and channels.
• Collaborating with cross-functional areas to deliver cohesive communications products, achieve shared outcomes and nurture a unified employee experience.
• Monitoring shared employee communication channels and tools (i.e. shared inboxes, intranet comments, etc.) and actioning as necessary
• Managing activities related to the maintenance of corporate communications channels (intranet, email, digital screens, etc.) including process documentation, governance activities, troubleshooting and training.
• Managing reporting activities that outline the performance of corporate communication activities.
• Supporting EPCOR’s Communications & Public Engagement On-Call team rotation in reviewing, assessing and responding to requests and issues in order to maintain our reputation as a caring, committed utility provider.

What’s required to be successful

• Successful completion of a 2-year diploma in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or Marketing.
  • Bachelor’s degree is considered an asset.
• 4+ years’ experience in internal and external communications.
• Experience related to utilities, electricity or the energy sector is an asset.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Sharepoint and Google Analytics.

Technical skills:

• Knowledge and use of current digital channels and engagement platforms.
• Solid project management, planning and organizational skills.
• Big picture thinker who links business goals / priorities and company positions to their work.
• Actively uses social media and stays current with emerging digital platforms and trends.

Behaviours:

• Demonstrated experience in delivering effective, measurable communications strategies and plans, drawing on a range of channels.
• Exceptional collaboration and relationship building skills with the ability to work with employees and teams at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent research, writing and editing skills in print and digital mediums; attention to detail.
• Responds to change with an open attitude and focuses on continuous improvement opportunities.

Other important facts about this job

Jurisdiction: CSU52

Class: T2

Wage: Starting at $49.93 per hour (Final Wage and Step will be determined at the time of selection and are based on a combination of factors as outlined in the Collective Agreement.)

Hours of work: 80 hours biweekly

EPCOR Employees: Please ensure that you are using your “@epcor.com” email address.

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Please note the following information:

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
• If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
• A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
• To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.