Do you have a passion for storytelling and a flair for crafting communications? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where creativity and service intersect? We’re on the hunt for a Communications Specialist who isn’t just adept with the latest tools and trends, but who lives and breathes the art of communication. Join us and be a part of the member services team, transforming ideas into impactful messages and forging powerful connections in a fast-paced, high energy and ever-evolving landscape. Your next great adventure in communications starts here—are you ready to make an impact?

Then come work with us!!  We are looking for a digital media communications specialist to join our team!!!  The right person will be->

• • • Excellent writer
    • Experienced social media managers
    • Comfortable using design software, like InDesign and Photoshop
    • Organized, detail oriented, and deadline- driven

If this sounds like you, consider applying!!!!  application can be requested from akarnopp@ple.coop,  April Karnopp, Director of Administration

Job Summary: Assists in executing a communications strategy to support the Cooperative and its members through print and digital media. Works with leadership and staff to create content that conveys the cooperative's mission, vision, and values, aiming to boost member engagement and satisfaction.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Written content:

Collaborates with leadership and staff to prepare and edits a wide range of content, including magazine articles, press releases, social media posts, website material, digital newsletters, multi-platform information campaigns, flyers, brochures, newspaper advertisements, recruitment and onboarding packages, and internal/external correspondence,

Graphic Design and Visual Aid:

• Applies graphic design principles, standards, and best practices to create and enhance the materials listed in section 1, ensuring a visually appealing and cohesive presentation.
• Updates and maintains the employee directory, PDF and online fillable forms.
• Handles photography and videography needs. Updates PLE TV content

Branding:

Ensures the consistent application of cooperative logos, templates, and branding elements across all materials, including presentations, publications, business cards, signage, and merchandise, to maintain a cohesive brand identity and unified message for the Cooperative.

Events:

Assists with and prepares materials for Trustee Elections, Annual Meeting, Youth Tour, Safety Poster Contest, Cooperative Month, Safety Trailer Demonstrations, and other member events.

Support Network:

• Establishes and maintains relationships with printing service providers and outsourced marketing agencies as needed.
• Keeps current contact information for newspapers, radio, and television stations in the service area.

This position is located either in Norton, Kansas or Concordia, Kansas - 

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Degree in Communications, Marketing, or related field is preferred. Years of relevant experience might be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experience in various content publishing products, such as Canva and Adobe InDesign/Illustrator/Photoshop and other programs in Adobe Creative Suite. Knowledge of Meta Business Suite social media scheduling platform. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Effective verbal and written communication, with the ability to effectively tailor messages as needed for all organizational levels and members.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, coupled with attention to detail and a strong ability to learn quickly.
• Able to effectively manage multiple projects and deadlines and take constructive criticism.
• Aims to consistently deliver high-quality work. Proactive in seeking additional tasks during downtime.
• Consistently maintains a professional demeanor, exhibits a positive attitude, and works effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Fosters good working relationships with both internal staff and external stakeholders.
• Committed to uphold the Seven Cooperative Principles and adhere to Prairie Land’s Core Values.

  PLEC is committed to upholding the following core values: 

Safety - Respect - Integrity - Unity - Accountability

Preferred:

• Possesses one to three years’ experience in marketing and communications or public relations.
• Able to provide work samples including writing, graphic design, and social media marketing examples.
• Versed in the electric industry key issues including cooperative programs and events, rates, power supply/transmission/distribution, regulation and policy, etc.
• Familiar with the NISC SmartHub OnDemand Messenger.

About Prairie Land Electric Cooperative, Inc.

Prairie Land Electric Cooperative, Inc. is a member-owned rural electric cooperative serving over 24,000 members in parts of 18 Northern Kansas Counties. Headquartered in Norton, Kansas, Prairie Land Electric's 84 employees maintain and operate approximately 7,000 miles of line. The mission of Prairie Land Electric Cooperative, Inc. is: To improve the quality of life for our members and support our communities by providing safe, reliable energy services and education. We strive to uphold our Core Values of Safety, Respect, Integrity, Unity and Accountability.

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