Works directly with affected or potentially affected landowners to gain beneficial project routing information and resolve issues before and during the transmission line routing process.
Represents AEP Transmission and projects to external affairs teams and educates the public (landowners, thought leaders, elected officials) about proposed transmission projects.
Determines and guides customer outreach strategies that improve two-way communications and line routing success at the project level. Also, will have the responsibility of directing outside consultants and resources in support of individual projects.
Provides field support to transmission siting, line engineering, right-of-way, and project management team to ensure projects are executed on time.
Requirements
Project Outreach Specialist Senior SG7
Education:
Bachelor's degree in journalism, business, marketing, customer service, advertising, communications, public relations, public affairs, or related field.
Four years' experience in Utilities, Corporate Communications, Customer Service, Marketing, Media Relations, Journalism, or related field
Project Outreach Specialist Principal SG8
Bachelor's degree in journalism, business, marketing, customer service, advertising, communications, public relations or public affairs, or related field.
Minimum five years' experience in Utilities, Corporate Communications, Customer Service, Marketing, Media Relations, Journalism, or related field.
Project Outreach Specialist Staff SG9
In addition:
Travel requirements are expected 25-50% of the time Physical demand level is Sedentary
These are additional expectations for the job and could include specific work experience, license / certifications, preemployment testing, expectations about travel, shift work, etc.
The ability to handle multiple projects and assignments is critical.
May require extended hours to accomplish assigned tasks to meet requirements and schedules.
Some overnight travel to facilities and projects (field work) is required periodically.
Twenty to thirty percent travel time is associated with this position.
Ability to hike one mile ten percent of the time.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: List physical demands required for this job, but not limited to: Ability to hike one mile - 10 % of the time
In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
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Additional Information
Job Posting End Date
06-08-2026 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date
Job Summary
This position drives the primary field customer relations and communications resource for public interaction and outreach on AEP Transmission projects. Responsible for identifying, developing, and coordinating delivery of overall outreach strategies to support the goals, philosophies, policies, initiatives, and day-to-day activities of AEP Transmission and its affiliates, including joint ventures. Key member of project siting team who interfaces with or supports interaction with external audiences, including individual customers and local officials. Requirements include excellent written and public speaking skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and strong business knowledge. Able to meet with affected or potentially affected customers to surface issues, solve problems, and bring local knowledge and insight to the siting process.
Job Description
Aep · New Albany, OH