COMMUNITY RELATIONS REP 2

Title: COMMUNITY RELATIONS REP 2

Location: Newport News, Virginia, United States

Req ID: 48927 
Team: K18 CRP CTZNSHP/GVT REL 
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes 

Full-Time
Shift: 1st 
Relocation: No relocation assistance available 
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: Yes - Occasional or hybrid telework available 

Travel Requirements:  Yes, 10%-25% of the time 

Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start 

​Salary Range: $66,000.00 to $83,000.00

Job Description:

The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range

Meet HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding
With more than 25,000 employees – including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders – HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We’re the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. We collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team? Apply today! We look forward to meeting you.
 

The Role

Develops, implements, and administers community/public affairs and typical social responsibility programs for company. Makes recommendations regarding corporate donations. Responds to employee and client inquiries regarding community involvement. Coordinates participation in community and charitable activities, philanthropy projects, and organizations. Serves as company representative in interactions with not-for-profit organizations. Represents company at public functions related to charitable or community-based activities. May interact with local government.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with non-profit organizations that align with the company's priorities
• Evaluate and manage charitable giving, sponsorship, and community investment opportunities
• Lead the planning, coordination and execution of employee volunteer initiatives, fundraising campaigns, and other community engagement activities
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify opportunities for employee engagement and community impact
• Facilitate committee activities to evaluate grant requests proposals to ensure alignment with priorities and available resources
• Represent the company at non-profit events, community meetings, and volunteer activities
• Measure, analyze, and effectively communicate the impact of community initiatives through reports, newsletters, dashboards and presentations
• Ensure compliance with company policies governing charitable contributions, sponsorships, volunteer activities and community partnerships

Must Have

Bachelor's Degree and 3 years of relevant exempt experience; Master’s Degree and 1 years of relevant professional experience

One of the following may be used as equivalent to Bachelor's Degree to meet minimum qualifications:

• NNS Apprentice School graduate
• Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate
• Associate's Degree or other formal 2 year program and 2 years of relevant exempt experience or 4 years of relevant non-exempt experience
• Military Paygrade E-5 or above military experience
• High School/GED and 4 years combined of Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience or other relevant exempt experience
• High School/GED and 8 years combined of Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience or other relevant non-exempt experience

Nice to Have

• Experience managing corporate philanthropy programs
• Experience working with non-profit organizations, foundations, or community-based organizations
• Knowledge of employee volunteer engagement strategies
• Strategic communications or marketing background
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight
• Strong verbal communication/presentation skills
• Event planning experience
• Strong organizational skills
• Project management
• Cross-functional collaboration experience

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Working at HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location. 
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.