Now Hiring: Communications Specialist
Full Time | Member Services Department | Hammond, WI

St. Croix Electric Cooperative is seeking a creative, organized, and community‑minded professional to join our Member Services team as a Communications Specialist! If you enjoy storytelling, design, and connecting people to meaningful programs and events, this role offers the opportunity to make a real impact.

About the Role

As the Communications Specialist, you’ll play a key role in shaping how our cooperative communicates with members, employees, and the community. In this position, you will:

• Create and manage internal and external communications including newsletters, articles, press releases, website content, social media, email campaigns, and digital signage.
• Design and coordinate marketing materials such as flyers, brochures, presentations, bill messaging, and advertisements.
• Manage and update the cooperative’s website to ensure content is current, accurate, and accessible.
• Support and promote member programs including Operation Round Up, scholarships, youth education, and safety initiatives.
• Assist with planning and participating in member meetings, community events, and the Annual Meeting of Members.
• Coordinate with vendors, printers, and community partners for marketing materials and events.
• Provide communications support to Member Services, Operations, and Finance departments to ensure consistent messaging.
• Represent the cooperative at select community, civic, and educational events.

If you enjoy variety and creativity in your day, this role delivers both.

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for someone who is:

• A strong writer with the ability to tailor messages to different audiences
• Creative, detail‑oriented, and organized
• Comfortable juggling multiple projects and deadlines
• Skilled in graphic design, photography, and digital content creation
• Tech‑savvy and confident learning new tools and platforms
• A collaborative team player with strong communication skills
• Passionate about community engagement and cooperative values

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, English, Journalism, or a related field required
• Two (2) years of experience in a communications, marketing, or journalism role required
• Experience with website management, social media, and graphic design required. Must be proficient with Adobe Creative Suite, with strong skills in Adobe InDesign.

Why Work at SCEC?

At St. Croix Electric Cooperative, you’ll be part of a mission‑driven organization dedicated to serving our members and strengthening our communities. We value collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement.

We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional development in a supportive, team‑oriented environment.

Salary Range: $28.50 to $30.50/hour

Ready to Apply?

If you’re a creative communicator who enjoys connecting people, promoting meaningful programs, and supporting the mission of a member‑owned cooperative, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your cover letter and resume to humanresources@scec.coop.