Corporate Communications Manager

About the role

This position may be based in Birmingham, AL, Detroit Lakes, MN, or Ashland, OH.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute internal communication plans that support company goals, organizational changes, Value Creation Plan initiatives, the Proud to Be SJE culture campaign, company town halls, and leadership priorities.
• Plan, write, edit, and distribute internal communications, including announcements, presentations, videos, scripts, intranet updates, company news, celebration stories, and leadership messages.
• Maintain a consistent tone, voice, and brand alignment across internal communications.
• Translate complex information into clear, easy-to-understand messages for broad employee audiences.
• Partner with HR, Operations, Marketing, and senior leaders to ensure communications are accurate, relevant, and timely.
• Support communication needs for major initiatives, including acquisitions, branding, culture initiatives, and organizational changes.
• Coordinate with external vendors to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Manage and maintain internal communication platforms to ensure they are current, organized, and visually engaging.
• Monitor and evaluate communication effectiveness, using feedback and data to recommend improvements.
• Partner with HR and Culture/Engagement teams to support internal campaigns, recognition programs, and culture initiatives.
• Create materials that strengthen employees’ connection to SJE’s purpose, vision, values, and strategic priorities.
• Support the planning and communication of employee events, committees, town halls, leadership meetings, and training programs.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree.
• 5+ years of experience in communications, employer brand, public relations, recruitment marketing, or a related field.

Benefits

• Health, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Additional benefit options to help take care of you and your family.

Pay

The anticipated starting salary is $70,000 – $85,000 depending on experience and location.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.