Public Affairs Manager
Role Overview
The Public Affairs Manager serves as NiSource's key community and media contact.
This person engages in and manages an external and internal environment to support NiSource so that the company can realize its financial and non-financial business objectives in a consistent and seamless manner across the organization.
Key Skills for This Role
Full Job Posting
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of public relations, communications, or related experience
- Identifying opportunities and taking action to build strategic relationships
- Developing and using collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of goals
- Taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive
- Obtaining information and identifying key issues and relationships relevant to long-range goals or vision; developing alternatives based on logical assumptions, facts, available resources, constraints, and organizational values
- Clearly conveying information and ideas in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand the message
- Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes and adjusting effectively to new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures
- Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources, drawing conclusions, and developing appropriate solutions
- Actively participating as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals
- Encouraging innovative approaches to addressing problems and opportunities; facilitating the implementation and acceptance of change
- Strong written, verbal, and social media communication skills
- Ability to deal with ambiguity and effectively manage multiple projects at one time
- Ability to establish credibility and support organizational priorities
- Ability to manage during an emergency situation
- Media relations
- Event planning
- Preferred Additional Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Public Affairs or other related concentration
- Internal and/or external communications experience
- Utility or other regulated industry experience
- The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.
- As a public utility, NiSource provides essential services to customers 24/7. Emergency needs can arise at various times throughout the year, including during storm season. Employees may be required to support emergency response efforts, which could include working outside normal hours or assisting with tasks outside of typical responsibilities.
- Work Authorization
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must not require employer sponsorship now or in the future.
- Workplace Connection We value a workplace where everyone feels respected, included, and able to do their best work. We encourage open dialogue, value different perspectives, and work collaboratively with employees, customers, and partners.
- We recognize and respect the unique experiences people bring, including different backgrounds, cultures, and viewpoints. We treat others with professionalism and care, and we each play a part in creating a positive work environment.
- Veteran Hiring & Inclusion
- NiSource is proud to support veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses. We value the leadership, teamwork, and mission-focused experience the military community brings, and we are committed to providing an inclusive workplace with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- 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 also be considered for other roles that match your skills and experience.
- ADA Accommodations
- If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any stage of the hiring process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact OneHR at [email protected] or 1-888-640-3320
- Safety Statement Safety is a core value at NiSource. Employees are expected to follow safety requirements, report hazards, and help maintain a safe environment for themselves and their coworkers.
- E-Verify
- NiSource participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify program. Please review the following notices regarding your rights and responsibilities under U.S. law.
- E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish)
- Right to Work Poster (English and Spanish)
- Salary Range:
- $96,600.00 - $144,900.00
- The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate’s skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity.
- Posting Start Date:
- 2026-10-13
- Posting End Date (if applicable):
- 2026-10-31
- Workplace Connection
- We value a workplace where everyone feels respected, included, and able to do their best work. We encourage open dialogue, value different perspectives, and work collaboratively with employees, customers, and partners.
- 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.
- Safety Statement
- Safety is a core value at NiSource. Employees are expected to follow safety requirements, report hazards, and help maintain a safe environment for themselves and their coworkers.
- Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Preferred Qualifications
- Preferred Additional Qualifications
About NiSource
Publicly traded U.S. utility holding company supplying natural gas and electricity to residential, commercial, and industrial customers.
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