Marketing & Communications Assistant, Part-time

Summary

Title:

Marketing & Communications Assistant, Part-time

ID:

2025-19

Department:

Marketing

Location:

Aiken

Description

Marketing & Communications Assistant Part-Time

Classification: Non-Exempt

Salary Grade/Level/Family/Range: 4

Reports to: Marketing & Communications Manager

Date: 11/6/2020

Revised: 07/21/2025

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary/Objective

To support Cooperative’s marketing, communications, and outreach objectives by assisting in the creation of dynamic marketing programs, publications, and internal/external communications. This role provides both administrative and creative assistance to ensure the effective operation of the Marketing and Strategic Services Department.

Part-Time Work Schedule

This is a part-time position requiring a minimum of 20 hours per week, with the possibility of additional hours during peak periods, such as special campaigns, events, or seasonal activities. Work may include weekend and after-hours events, with a maximum of 999 hours annually.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Completing with day-to-day operations and projects within the Marketing and Strategic Services Department.
2. Performing administrative and creative tasks in support of marketing efforts, occasionally collaborating with other departments on special projects or campaigns.
3. Helping plan, coordinate, and execute internal and external publications and events, such as the Annual Meeting of Members, Safety Magic Show, scholarships, youth trips, and other outreach programs.
4. Supporting marketing and promotional initiatives for Aiken Electric Cooperative and its subsidiary, CarolinaConnect, including assistance in ordering and maintaining promotional materials and inventory.
5. Enhancing the Cooperative’s visibility and brand awareness through community engagement, public relations, and marketing campaigns.

Competencies

1. Ethical conduct
2. Oral and written communication skills
3. Self-motivation
4. Tact and Professionalism
5. Collaboration skills
6. Innovation
7. Accuracy

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Work Environment

This position operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment, including computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.

Physical Demands

This is largely a sedentary role; however, the employee may be required to walk or stand occasionally, use hands, fingers to handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Travel

Periodic travel may also be required for local event coverage and attendance at in-state training sessions.

Occasional local travel required, including running errands on behalf of the Marketing department and other cooperative departments as needed.

Required Education and Experience

1. Bachelor’s degree in communication, marketing, or a related field.
2. At least (1) year of experience in communications, marketing, graphic design, or public relations
3. Strong written and verbal communication skills
4. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and proofreading
5. Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (or similar design software), and basic knowledge of graphic design and photography

Preferred Education and Experience

1. Knowledge of electricity and broadband usage and basic application.
2. Broad experience in the development and implementation of marketing programs.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

1. Valid Driver’s License.
2. Legally eligible to work in the United States.

EEO Statement

Aiken Electric Cooperative, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

At-Will Employment Statement

This job description is intended to outline the general duties and responsibilities of the position and is not a binding contract. Employment with Aiken Electric Cooperative, Inc. (AEC) is on an at-will basis, which means that either the employee or AEC may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, and for any lawful reason.

This document does not create an employment contract, expressed or implied, nor does it modify the at-will nature of employment.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Due to the nature of an electric and broadband utility, all employees are subject to working extended hours, holidays, nights, and weekends with or without notice. All employees of Aiken Electric Cooperative, Inc. may be required to work during the Annual Meeting. Additional duties or responsibilities may be assigned

NRECA Electric Cooperative Employee Competencies

Business Acumen
Integrates business, organizational and industry knowledge to one’s own job performance

Electric Cooperative Business Fundamentals
Understands and integrates cooperative principles and industry knowledge into daily practice.

Organizational Awareness and Alignment
Understands and supports the formal and informal decision-making structures and relationships in the organization.

Professional and Technical Credibility 
Keeps current in area(s) of expertise and demonstrates competency within areas of functional responsibility.

Technology Management
Keeps current on developments and leverages technology in performance of job duties.

Safety Awareness
Applies core safety knowledge, skills and mindset to everyday work.

Interactions with Others
Builds constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation, and mutual respect.

Ethics and Integrity
Demonstrates personal and professional honesty and chooses ethical courses of action.

Interpersonal Awareness
Maintains constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation, and mutual respect.

Communication
Receives and conveys information to diverse audiences in diverse situations.

Collaboration and Teamwork
Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others to achieve collective goals.

Service Orientation
Demonstrates a desire and ability to serve and work in partnership with others (members, colleagues, stakeholders).

Respect and Appreciation of Differences
Recognizes, respects, and adapts to others' differences in order to work effectively.

Resourcefulness And Accountability

Takes responsibility for accomplishing work objectives and delivering business results.

Self-Management 
Demonstrates resiliency and manages own time, priorities, and resources to achieve goals.

Flexibility and Innovation
Is adaptable and contributes creative ideas and solutions to meet changing business needs.

Results Oriented
Strives for excellence in achieving business outcomes.

Influence and Negotiation
Manages challenges in a constructive manner and reaches compromises, gains support and strives for win-win solutions.

Critical Thinking and Decision Making
Uses objective analysis and evaluation to make decisions and implement solutions.

Continuous Learning and Development
Displays curiosity and an ongoing commitment to learning and self-improvement.

NRECA Electric Cooperative Employee Competencies – Administrative

The knowledge, skills, and abilities that address specific professional and technical roles.

Management Support

Provides administrative and clerical support to management. Serves as liaison between manager and co-op staff.

Office Organization and Management

Ensures co-op staff has supplies and equipment needed to perform their daily work.

Project Management
Demonstrates knowledge of the steps required in starting, organizing, planning, and managing a project.

Information/Records Administration
Effectively compiles, organizes, analyzes, stores and retrieves printed and electronic information.

Financial/Budget Administration
Plans and monitors the use of expenditures to meet co-op or department objectives and compliance; prepares budget documents and reports.

Board Member and Board Meeting Support
Together with the management team, ensures the board members have the information and education they need to fulfill their roles at the co-op.

Event or Meeting Planning
Coordinates the logistical aspects of co-op member meetings, such as the co-op’s Annual Meeting.