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Associated Electric Cooperative, Inc. Member Services Specialist in Springfield, Missouri
Discover a POWERful career at Associated Electric! Our organization offers challenging and rewarding work with career development and internal mobility opportunities - all within a family friendly and community centric culture. Our purpose is simple - to provide safe, reliable and affordable energy for our member-owners. At Associated Electric, one of the largest electric cooperatives in the nation, opportunities to gain valuable experience and contribute new ideas in an ever-changing industry are endless.
We are currently seeking applicants for a Member Services (Communications, Marketing) Specialist in our Member Services & Corporate Communications division located in Springfield, MO. This position is responsible for the development and promotion of marketing and media resource for Associated Electric and its member cooperatives as well as providing general member services support. This includes brochures, posters, research, templates, video production, advertisements, podcasts and other print promotional materials, digital marketing material, social media graphics and management of social sites as well as website design and maintenance. You will develop new promotional and educational business information for cooperatives’ use with their members as well as a marketing and advertising strategy based on member survey results .
What we are looking for:
Bachelor’s degree in marketing, advertising, communications, multi-media communications or related field, or equivalent experience.
At least two years’ experience developing marketing materials, managing website content and/or digital/social media development.
Proficiency in video, audio production techniques including video, audio and camera equipment and non-linear editing software.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite/Cloud applications, specifically InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator, with a working knowledge and real-world experience in planning, managing and executing social/digital media initiatives.
Strong relationship building and communication skills with a positive demeanor to serve as a liaison between AECI, member systems, safety program staff, Missouri State High School Activities Association, Touchstone Energy and other strategic partners.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, specifically Outlook, PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
Skills and ability to develop and execute presentations and represent Associated and its membership to varying audiences.
Creative mindset to keep materials and resources fresh and relevant.
Experience providing content and assisting with production of radio and television ads preferred.
Ability and willingness to travel up to 20%, including overnight travel.
As an employer of choice and a certified Great Place to Work, Associated provides employees competitive compensation, 401k with an employer match, health, paid leave for family planning (including adoption), paid disability leave and other benefits. We support employees in their journey to physical, financial, emotional and social well-being and we encourage employees to enjoy time away with Paid Time Off, paid holidays and volunteerism in community events. Associated’s culture includes workforce flexibility options with opportunities for personal and professional growth including tuition reimbursement and development planning resources. Come join a team where your talents are appreciated, your voice is heard, and your work has an impact!
To learn more and apply for a position, please visit www.aeci.org/careers. You will be able to upload additional applicant documents (i.e. resume, cover letter). AECI is fully committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity and affirmative action in all aspects of employment. Please contact us if you require assistance in filling out an application. Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to an appointment.
Internal/External Posting Date: 02/26/2024
An equal opportunity employer and provider/disability/veteran. (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf)
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Discover a POWERful opportunity at Associated Electric Cooperative.About 910,000 homes, farms and businesses count on their rural electric cooperatives to deliver electricity 24/7. And they do with power from Associated Electric, the wholesale power supplier to six regional generation and transmission cooperatives (G&Ts) that serve 51 local electric cooperatives in Missouri, southeast Iowa and northeast Oklahoma. Each employee at Associated Electric plays a part in providing economic and reliable power to member-owners. Associated employs about 700 people full time at one Arkansas and three Missouri locations, offering employment opportunities across a wide spectrum of technical, operational and professional disciplines. The cooperative is committed to employees and provides a competitive compensation and benefit package, as well as opportunities for personal and professional development. Associated Electric has many strengths: tremendous generation and transmission assets; a strong balance sheet; and a dedicated, talented workforce. If you are ready to work with a company whose financial position and credit ratings continue to be among the best in the country and in a work environment where leaders truly care about the well-being of the workforce, you have come to the right place.