Oxy is hiring: Communications & Community Affairs Manager in Newark

Description Occidental (NYSE: OXY) is an international oil and gas exploration and production company, and its OxyChem subsidiary is a major North American chemical manufacturer. We are one of the largest U.S. oil and gas companies, based on equity market capitalization, with more than 40,000 employees and contractors worldwide, excluding our chemical business.Our greatest asset has been and will continue to be our people. We are looking for an experienced and motivated individual to fill the position of Manager, Communications & Community Affairs based in New Jersey.The Manager will drive strategic communications and community affairs initiatives to advance the business objectives of OxyChem, a subsidiary of Occidental (Oxy), primarily in New Jersey. This person will serve as a counselor, advisor, and service provider to OxyChem, recommending strategic communications and executing on key business, government, and community initiatives, and overseeing external communications.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced, self-starting communications professional seeking a rewarding, fast-paced environment at one of the most highly regarded companies in the chemical industryResponsibilities:Develop strategic communications programs to advance OxyChem's corporate and statewide business objectives and enhance its reputation with key stakeholdersServe as a company media spokesperson and coordinate responses to media inquiriesAssist with incident communications and coordinate media responsesCoordinate with business leaders and government affairs team on regulatory and legislative communications at the local, state, and federal levelsProvide support in the implementation of outreach programs to enhance the company's role in communities and regularly communicate with a network of key influencers and advocates to maintain and improve relationships near our facilitiesDevelop business fact sheets and brochures for use in meetings with legislative offices and community leadersDevelop content for Oxy's website, intranet, videos, social media, and other collateralOccasional travel is requiredQualifications Bachelor's degree is required, and an advanced degree is a plusMinimum 10 years of experience with proven success in communications, media relations or community relationsExperience representing a complex, publicly held, global company or legislative/government agency is desiredExperience in the chemical or other global manufacturing industries preferredExceptional written and oral communication skillsExperience with reputation management, crisis management and issue-based communicationsMaturity, confidence, poise, and presence necessary to interface effectively with senior-level executives, as well as external constituencies, such as business partners, community stakeholders, media, special-interest groups and local government officialsAbility to work under pressure, manage priorities and meet deadlines in a high-performance environmentResourceful problem solver with ability to formulate and execute plans efficiently and effectivelyOccidental is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, political preference, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.Job - Public Relations Primary Location - United States-New Jersey Organization - OXY CHEM Schedule - Full-time