Public Relations Specialist Job at Orlando Utilities Commission in Orlando

OUC - The Reliable One, is presently seeking a Public Relations Specialist to join the Marketing & New Products division. At OUC, we don’t just work – we’re building a bright future of innovation and transformation for future generations.

We are seeking a proactive and resourceful professional with exceptional interpersonal and project management skills to collaborate on the development and execution of stakeholder engagement, relationship management, and communication strategies. This role plays a vital part in advancing OUC’s business priorities and strengthening its reputation by cultivating meaningful relationships and delivering impactful communication with external stakeholder groups.

In this role, you will develop stakeholder engagement roadmaps, design public outreach strategies, and craft tailored messaging for diverse audiences. Responsibilities include developing talking points, FAQs, presentations, and crisis communication statements, managing stakeholder databases, and facilitating public meetings. You will collaborate across departments to ensure consistent and effective messaging while addressing complex topics such as energy equity, environmental initiatives, and infrastructure project impacts. We seek a creative problem-solver who can analyze data, navigate challenges, and communicate corporate goals effectively to build trust and clarity with stakeholders.

OUC is an industry leader and the second largest municipal utility in Florida committed to innovation, sustainability, and our community, OUC’s mission is to provide exceptional value to our customers and community by delivering sustainable and reliable services and solutions.

Join a team of visionary Change Agents, Strategists, and Community Ambassadors who understand the vital role of diverse experiences in powering creativity and industry transformation. At OUC, each position contributes to the success and achievement of our goals. Click here to learn more about what we do.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field
• At least three (3) years of experience in stakeholder engagement, corporate communications, or public relations
• Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with experience tailoring messages for diverse audiences
• Experience in stakeholder relationship management, public outreach, and communication strategy development
• Ability to analyze media coverage, interpret data, and translate it into effective messaging
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with CRM systems.

OUC offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package. Our Total Rewards package includes, to cite a few:

• Competitive compensation
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits and paid life insurance premiums with no probationary period.
• OUC’s Hybrid Retirement Program includes a fully-funded cash balance account, defined contribution with employer matching along with a health reimbursement account
• Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Educational Assistance Program, to include tuition reimbursement, paid memberships in professional associations, paid conference and training opportunities
• Wellness incentives and free access to all on-site OUC fitness facilities  
• Access to family-oriented recreational areas
• Paid Conference and Training Opportunities
• Free downtown parking
• Hybrid work schedule

Click here to view our Benefits Summary.

Salary Range: $65,506 - $81,884 annually - commensurate with experience

Location: “The Greenest Building in Downtown”- Reliable Plaza, 100 W. Anderson Street, Orlando, FL 32801

For a complete job description and to apply online: https://ouc.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/6/home/requisition/2112?c=ouc&source=Zip