Community Relations Specialist

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Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered. Based out of the Tilton and Newport work centers, this potential role will focus on building and maintaining strong relationships with local municipalities, business leaders, and key stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings demonstrated experience in community relations and economic development, including collaboration with municipal and state economic development departments and business organizations across the state of New Hampshire. This position plays a critical role in advancing the economic vitality of the communities and customers we serve by supporting regional, state, and local economic development initiatives; maintaining active engagement with the business community; and cultivating effective public- and private-sector partnerships. The role will also maintain a focus on day-to-day relationships with municipal leaders on all Eversource business needs in the central region of New Hampshire, and the company's emphasis on emergency preparedness for our communities. HYBRID WORK POLICY Eversource supports work-life balance by offering hybrid schedules for certain roles. Eligibility is based on job responsibilities, operational needs, nature of work and team dynamics. Current guidelines require employees to work at least three days in the office, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with the third day set by the employee and supervisor based on department needs. These guidelines apply to roles approved for remote work and are subject to change, based on managerial discretion and work performance. All applicants must be able to work up to five days in the office if needed (for example: emergencies, training, or other business needs) or should the policy change. Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Essential Functions: Works with the Community Relations Team to implement strategies for community and municipal outreach and relationship development; emergency preparedness and response; local and regional economic development; strategic corporate giving; and employee engagement, volunteerism, and business membership activities. Identifies and supports initiatives, proposals, concerns or issues related to the company's reputation. This includes working with our communities on project timing and coordination as well as partnering with municipalities to promote state and local economic development initiatives. Supports various internal partners by sharing municipal and community knowledge to move projects towards successful outcomes while balancing company and community needs during small-scale project meetings, municipal project briefings, and town/city council, board, commission, committee and other municipal organization meetings. Participates with supporting the goals of the company by working with community, business, and civic organizations that will build positive relationships and partnerships. Identifies corporate giving opportunities within assigned territory and at regional and statewide levels. Solicits, screens and makes recommendations for grant awards to build strong, sustainable communities, increase local visibility and support company priorities. Ensures timely and effective communications with municipal leaders on siting, permitting, construction and maintenance activities involving transmission, distribution, vegetation and reliability projects. Monitors and analyzes local government policy changes, elections, city and town ordinances, board, and council activities and serves as liaison with Eversource colleagues to ensure timely awareness and participation. Provides guidance to internal business partners on local political activities, sensitivities and emergent issues that may impact state and federal government relations. Proactively builds relationships with essential community, private and non-profit agencies and organizations. Supports Eversource initiatives around Emergency Preparedness, specifically the development, maintenance, and implementation of the comprehensive Community Liaison Plans to optimize Eversource's emergency preparedness efforts up to and following minor/major events. Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications: Technical Knowledge/Skill: Good understanding of municipal, state, and regional government as well as the regulatory process. Knowledge of utility business, regulatory, and energy supply issues. Knowledge of crisis communication and media relations. Ability to use PC desktop applications (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, company outage management systems, and virtual meeting software). Ability to use social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) to support and promote company initiatives. Ability to produce and deliver in-depth reports and presentations to internal and external partners. Good interpe

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