Job Summary
The Manager Innovation, Technology & Transformation Communications is responsible for all internal and external communications highlighting the innovation, transformation and superior technology within NiSource. The Manager ensures the effective communication of the NiSource innovation story.
Essential Functions
- Manages all internal and external communications in support of our Innovation, Transformation, & Technology departments.
- Quickly builds rapport, credibility, and trust at all levels of an organization, inclusive of senior leaders.
- Translates complex technical information into clear, concise language for non-technical audiences.
- Quickly adapts and maintains focus in a rapidly changing environment, producing flexible plans to meet changing business needs.
- Partners with associates across all levels to provide opportunities for two-way communication and feedback.
- Is an employee experience advocate, representing and protecting this through all strategies and decision-making.
Required Qualifications For Position
- Bachelor's Degree in communications, journalism, or related field.
- 7-9 years Experience in communications with proven results across internal and external channels.
- Well versed and experienced with technology and transformation communications, having a strong technical muscle. High
- "One team" player, transparent and an advocate of sharing data and learnings to create better outcomes. High
- Inspires peripheral relationships across NiSource, has the enthusiasm and passion to engage own team and wider organization on Transformation roadmap. High
- Proven situational leadership skills and the ability to motivate and generate enthusiasm with individuals across all levels of the organization. High
- Comfortable with ambiguity. High
- Expertise in identifying, developing, and telling impactful stories across multiple channels. High
- Ability to handle multiple priorities concurrently, produce quality work under tight deadlines, and move projects forward with minimal direction. High
- Demonstrated attention to detail, with the ability to understand and communicate complex issues clearly and accurately. High
- Understanding of regulations and principles specific to communications for a publicly traded company. High
Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position
- Master's Degree
- 10+ years Experience
- Experience in the utilities sector
Physical Demands
- Standing - Occasionally
- Walking - Occasionally
- Sitting - Constantly
- Lifting - Rarely
- Carrying - Rarely
- Pushing - Rarely
- Pulling - Rarely
- Climbing - Rarely
- Balancing - Rarely
- Stooping - Rarely
- Kneeling - Rarely
- Crouching - Rarely
- Crawling - Rarely
- Reaching - Rarely
- Handling - Occasionally
- Grasping - Occasionally
- Feeling - Rarely
- Talking - Constantly
- Hearing - Constantly
- Repetitive Motions - Frequently
- Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Frequently
- The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.
Work Authorization
Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.
Inclusion & Diversity
Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.
Respect and take into consideration diversity within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represent all walks of life and all backgrounds.
Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity
NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.
By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.
Safety Statement
Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.
Salary Range:
$107,000.00 - $160,500.00
Posting Start Date:
2024-11-05
Posting End Date (if applicable):
2024-11-20Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
What We Do
NiSource (NYSE: NI) helps energize the lives of its nearly 4 million natural gas and electric customers across six states. Our local utilities – Columbia Gas and NIPSCO – ensure that customers receive safe, reliable and affordable natural gas and electric service each and every day. Our business plan is focused on proactively investing in our energy infrastructure – approximately $1.4 billion a year – to ensure we meet and improve upon our customer commitments for the next 100 years.
We employ more than 7,000 of our neighbors who are actively engaged in the communities we’re privileged to serve, making them great places to live and call home. NiSource is headquartered in Merrillville, Indiana – about 35 miles from Chicago – and we maintain a significant corporate presence in Columbus, Ohio. Our utility operations also span Kentucky, Maryland, Pennsylvania and Virginia
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