Be a Part of Something that Matters

The reliability of the nation’s Bulk Power System (BPS) has never been more important to our economy, society, and national security than it is today. At WECC, we affect the lives of 80 million people by mitigating risks to a reliable and secure power system in western North America. We partner with a broad range of stakeholders whose world-class expertise and diverse perspectives are critical to completing our mission. WECC’s work is an important, unbiased source of information for the industry and decision-makers. WECC is seeking a Content Strategist to join us in achieving our mission to reduce risks to the reliability and security of the Western Interconnection.

As a member of the External Affairs team, the Content Strategist will interact with WECC’s stakeholders to understand their needs and perspectives, identify their key questions, and gather their input and feedback. The Content Strategist will use this information to provide guidance and shape WECC work products. The Content Strategist will work closely with their colleagues to develop excellent work products that are aligned with WECC’s strategic objectives and provide useful information to stakeholders and decision-makers.

You will—

Strategically guide project teams:

• Understand key reliability and security themes and issues from the perspective of WECC stakeholders and applying that information to project creation,
• Identify and gather stakeholder input WECC should consider in work planning and production,
• Help project teams identify critical audiences and working with teams to organize, create, and present information in a way that helps the target audience understand the material and messaging, and
• Understand critical policy objectives to help harmonize WECC’s approach to reliability issues.

Work with colleagues to produce excellent products:

• Help organize people, projects, and resources to ensure projects are successful,
• Work with WECC executive management, project leadership, project management, subject matter experts, and the Strategic Engagement department to scope and plan projects that meet stakeholder needs and address important issues of reliability and security,
• Help project teams identify and incorporate crucial perspectives and skillsets within WECC and in its stakeholder community,
• Act as a liaison between WECC management and project teams to meet strategic objectives and produce high-quality work,
• Support work on process improvement and ensure continuous improvement in work production,
• Ensure WECC is providing high-quality, independent analyses to its stakeholders by using the breadth of its tools, expertise, and information, and
• Provide technical writing support to project teams to ensure technical information is shared appropriately with the target audience.

Interact with WECC stakeholders to:

• Help WECC find and gather feedback about its work to inform new products and improve existing products,
• Support committee work projects when necessary,
• Learn about topics of interest and ideal ways to share information, and
• Foster WECC’s role as an independent, resource-neutral source of data and information.

You will enjoy this role if you are—

• Enthusiastic about understanding stakeholder perspectives and needs, and using that information to shape your work,
• Excited by finding ways to communicate with people and value the input and perspectives of others,
• A stand-out writer with the ability to organize material in a way that helps communicate technical topics to a range of audiences,
• Energetic, self-starting, highly motivated, and happy to help motivate teammates,
• Inclusive in your problem-solving approach and curious about new ways to address issues,
• Capable and comfortable making prompt, professional assessments with limited information and assumptions, then confidently acting on decisions,
• Comfortable navigating complex issues that involve highly technical expertise and a range of requirements,
• Committed to building and maintaining relationships while completing excellent work,
• Interested in energy issues and the evolving dynamics in the Western Interconnection,
• Knowledgeable about developing electric industry issues and policies affecting the power sector,
• Adept at marketing and communicating company work products and messaging to different audiences, and
• Partial to working in a team and can lead people from diverse backgrounds and areas of expertise.

Minimum Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in law, communications, journalism, business, or related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and work experience resulting in demonstrated ability to perform major duties
• At least five years’ experience working in a strategic position with teams on large projects.

Our Culture and Values

• Our people and our work matter;
• Everyone is invited to be a leader;
• Independence, perspective, and partnership are how we add value;
• Intellectual curiosity, empowerment, and accountability fuel meaningful results;
• Continuous improvement and innovation are essential; and
• We act with intention and focused urgency in everything we do.

Benefits and Compensation

The base salary range for this full-time position is $71,255–$89,069 + discretionary pay + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role and level. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and mid-point for the position across all locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter will share more details during the hiring process.

WECC offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, health reimbursement and flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan, and generous paid personal time.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

A diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce, where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive, is fundamental to accomplishing our critical reliability and security mission.

We foster an organizational culture that values the visible and invisible qualities that make individuals who they are. When individuals bring their whole selves to work, without apprehension, we, as WECC, will meet our mission now and in the future.

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