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Communications Assistant

Posted: 01/17/2025

 Position:                        Communications Assistant
 
Pay Rate:                         $26.16 - $37.37 per hour
 
Posting date:                   01/17/25
 
 
Position description
Austin Utilities is seeking a talented and self-driven Communications Assistant to join our communications team.  Under the general supervision of the Communications & Energy Services Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for activities related to marketing, communications and providing customer service activities to business customers.
 
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Creates and assists with communication and promotional tasks to all areas of the company on a project basis, including planning, writing, proofing, editing, and/or producing communication materials. Placing media, research and compiling customer data.
  • Creates and monitors social media content. Complies reports on digital audiences.
  • Creates and produces videos.
  • Creates content, organizes and participates in AU sponsored events.
  • Performs updates to Austin Utilities website, CIS online and messaging platforms.
 
Minimum and Desired Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or GED certificate, four-year bachelor’s degree in related field preferred
  • Two (2) years of experience in marketing and communications field.  Five (5) years of experience, ideally in communications or customer service is preferred
 
Why should you apply?
As a member of our communications team, this position provides you with an opportunity for personal and career development to advance your professional career as you demonstrate your expertise within our organization.  You will have the opportunity to work with dedicated teams of professionals who are passionate about their service to our community.   
 
About Austin Utilities …
Austin Utilities is a municipal utility serving approximately 12,300 electric customers, 10,300 natural gas customers, and 9,000 water customers.  Our mission is to offer utility products and services in a safe, reliable and responsible manner to enhance the quality of life in our community.  Austin Utilities’ Board of Commissioners are elected by the consumer-owners of Austin to represent their best interest.
 
As a community-owned enterprise for over 100 years, we offer the stability of providing a required service and commodity for our community.  We are a diverse team of professionals who take pride in delivering exceptional service to our community through new and innovative technologies.  We understand employees have competing priorities.  That is why we have created an environment that embraces teamwork and flexibility.  Join a diverse team of high performers who take pride in delivering exceptional service to our community and tap into the power of your potential!
 

How to apply:  Please complete Austin Utilities’ Application for Employment located on our website at:   https://www.austinutilities.com/. Please forward your application and resume to:  Email:  danu@austinutilities.com or US Mail: Austin Utilities, Attn:  Human Resources, 1908 14th St NE, Austin MN  55912. EEO