Responsible for developing and implementing customer-focused communication via digital platforms to educate customers and enhance the company's digital presence and brand. Creates, designs and delivers digital content to engage customers via the external web site, social media, mobile applications and email. Provides strategic direction and solutions for new and existing technology. Works with internal customers to ensure digital content is accurate and timely, and will work with the external communications and branding teams to ensure content is aligned with overall strategic messaging. Has a strong understanding and demonstrated experience in Web content, UX, site architecture, development, and design. Responsible for identifying opportunities to improve the online user experience and uses design and web analytics and technologies to achieve effective and optimal online presence for the company's sites.

　　JOB REQUIREMENTS: (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills)

　　4-year college degree is strongly preferred – specialization in communication, graphic design, business or related technical field desirable.

　　Minimum of 5 years of experience leading the design and development of websites and mobile applications.

　　Proven track record of successfully managing large corporate websites and associated digital assets

　　Knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, JSON, Query, and XML

　　Demonstrated experience with network diagnostic and analytics tools including Google Analytics and Adobe Analytics

　　Demonstrated experience with content management systems such as SharePoint and Adobe Experience Manager

　　Demonstrated experience with Adobe Creative Suite

　　Ability to manage projects, timelines and budgets for internal customers

　　Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and ability to analyze, interpret and effectively communicate complex technical information succinctly

　　Electric utility industry experience preferred.

　　Graphic design experience preferred.

　　Candidate must model company behaviors of customer focus (Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, Superior Performance) with strong teamwork skills and demonstrated ability to work with different levels of management and employees.

　　RESPONSIBILITIES:

　　Execute digital communication needs, including internet, intranet, mobile, HTML emails, animations, web video, digital display and digital signage.

　　Maintain day-to-day web content and functionality

　　Work with clients to support their goals and business strategies

　　Stay well-informed of new and existing technologies and apply them to digital communication projects

　　Track digital analytics to make informed decisions on improvements or changes to digital outlets

　　Design digital creative, emails and fulfill other graphic design requests, as needed

　　Mississippi Power , a subsidiary of Southern Company, provides clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy to more than 192,000 customers and communities in 23 southeast Mississippi counties. In its 98th year, Mississippi Power is a leader in customer service, workforce development and education, environmental stewardship, and employee volunteerism. The company is an industry leader when it comes to working safely, providing around-the-clock reliable service and its expert storm response. Mississippi Power has been at the forefront of innovation in the state through strategic partnerships in electric transportation and solar energy. The company has worked with the Coast Transit Authority to put the state’s first electric public transportation bus in operation and with Forrest County Agriculture High School on the state’s first electric school bus. It also partnered with the Hattiesburg Zoo on a new electric train and worked with the country’s largest Domino’s franchise to electrify its delivery fleet. Also, a leader in renewable energy, Mississippi Power partnered with the Naval Construction Battalion Center to install the first microgrid at a Navy facility. The company was among the first to introduce utility scale solar in the state with nearly 160 MW of renewable energy produced, enough to power 23,000 homes for a year. Mississippi Power’s mission is to provide world-class value to our customers and communities every day.

　　Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.

　　Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

　　Job Identification: 4003

　　Job Category: Communications & External Affairs

　　Job Schedule: Full time

　　Company: Mississippi Power