Communications Associate

 

OPEN POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT!

 

Communication Associate

Open until filled.

Posted 12/05/2025 San Diego County - hybrid work schedule set by Community Power

 

ABOUT THE ROLE: The Communications Associate at San Diego Community Power (Community Power) is an excellent writer with a track record of creating compelling content for broad audiences and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

The Associate will be responsible for developing and executing communications strategies that drive awareness and engagement for Community Power’s services and programs. Self-motivation, flexibility, attention to detail and the ability to successfully handle multiple projects are essential to this position. The Associate will be a key player in our efforts to build a strong brand identity and establish our agency as a leader in the clean energy industry. 

 

WHO IS COMMUNITY POWER?

Community Power is a community-driven, not-for-profit public agency providing cleaner energy to the San Diego region. Formed in 2019, Community Power is the second largest Community Choice Aggregator (CCA) in California, serving nearly 1 million customer accounts across its member agencies: the Cities of San Diego, Chula Vista, Encinitas, Imperial Beach, La Mesa and National City, as well as the unincorporated areas of San Diego County.  

 

OUR HISTORY

Community Power was formed in 2019 as a public, not-for-profit community choice aggregator (CCA) in the San Diego region. We began electric service in 2021 and now serve seven member agencies: the Cities of San Diego, Chula Vista, Encinitas, Imperial Beach, La Mesa and National City, as well as the unincorporated communities of San Diego County. Community Power was formed to bring local control and customer choice to San Diego while also providing clean and renewable energy at competitive rates. We are the second largest CCA in California, serving nearly 1 million customers. For more information, please visit SDCommunityPower.org.

 

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

At Community Power, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We represent a diverse customer base and hope to hire employees that reflect our communities. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops and executes effective communication strategies to increase programmatic awareness and a brand recognition for Community Power 

• Writes and edits content for Community Power, including press releases, website copy, blog posts, email campaigns and other collateral 

• Produces and oversees the production of communications content across teams and departments 

• Aligns common messaging and communication strategy across program areas 

• Supports media relations with guidance from the Senior Marketing and Communications Manager 

• Monitors media coverage and produces a regular clipping report 

• Creates and curates engaging and informative content for Community Power’s website, email campaigns and other platforms in coordination with the broader Marketing and Communications team 

• Stays up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies and best practices for mass communications and digital media marketing 

• Collaborates with internal stakeholders to ensure all content aligns with other strategic messaging  

• Implements the planning, development, content creation and evaluation of promotional campaigns and collateral 

• Supports the development of regular customer communications via newsletter 

• Helps build and maintain a consistent brand 

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs 

• Attends and/or travels to meetings and community events locally in San Diego and environs to meet with stakeholders. May attend conferences in California and out of state as needed. Has access to reliable transportation, and if driving an automobile, a good driving record. Community Power reimburses mileage expense at the IRS mileage rate 

• Other duties as assigned   

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Effective at creating and delivering key messaging  
• Advanced methods and techniques for creating effective marketing, media and public relations materials 
• Online and social media marketing; media planning and optimization for both traditional and digital advertising channels; data and analytics research and reporting 
• Ability to do basic graphic design, photography and video production  
• Written and verbal Spanish proficiency preferred 
• Strong passion for public service and supporting communities of concern  
• Excellent time management skills, ability to effectively work independently or in teams on multiple tasks or projects  
• Familiarity with website content management systems such as WordPress. Expertise with search engine optimization a plus 
• Familiarity with digital media platforms, such as Google Analytics, social media management tools and advertising platforms 
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment 
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail  
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and persuasively, verbally and in writing 

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