Duke Energy Corporation
Duke Energy Corporation
Duke Energy Corporation is a large U.S. energy company operating electric utilities that serve 8.4 million customers and maintaining 54,800 megawatts of total energy capacity. Its business also includes natural gas distribution for 1.7 million customers. The company is investing in grid modernization and a broader clean energy portfolio spanning renewables, energy storage, and nuclear power, alongside goals to reach net-zero methane emissions from its natural gas business by 2030 and net-zero carbon emissions from electricity generation by 2050.

Senior Administrative Specialist, Public Relations Assistant – Duke Energy Hybrid

Support Duke Energy’s North Carolina Government and Community Relations team through senior-level administration and public relations assistance. Coordinate reports, travel, grants, communications, emergency preparedness, and community-relations operations.

Description

  • Provide administrative support to Duke Energy’s North Carolina Government and Community Relations department
  • Assist four district managers and vice presidents with community and government relations activities
  • Create correspondence, reports, presentations, agendas, and meeting minutes using Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
  • Compile, maintain, and update functional reports and records from multiple sources
  • Screen and route incoming calls, visitors, mail, and email
  • Maintain department files and calendars
  • Coordinate business travel and meetings while tracking related expenses
  • Assist with regional volunteer coordination
  • Monitor social media activity
  • Support North Carolina storm and emergency preparedness plans before, during, and after events
  • Handle foundation grant inquiries and processing
  • Process invoices
  • Monitor and manage emails and calls received through the NC Environmental Justice account
  • Assist with time entry for the North Carolina State President’s organization
  • Keep community relations managers’ key contact lists accurate and current
  • Update individual budget reports for community relations managers

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • At least eight years of related work experience beyond a high school diploma
  • Substantial administrative or secretarial experience
  • Strong computer proficiency
  • Practical experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize competing assignments
  • Clear, concise, and effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to work effectively with managers, supervisors, and employees across a department
  • Experience performing in a fast-paced environment with changing demands
  • Authorization to work lawfully in the United States without current or future employment-based immigration sponsorship
  • Ability to work in a hybrid arrangement combining remote and onsite work after onboarding
  • Residence within a reasonable commuting distance of the Raleigh office
  • Availability for approximately 5–15% travel as needed
  • Availability to work overtime when required

Benefits

  • Supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Recognition for contributions and performance
  • Competitive compensation and benefits
  • Hybrid work arrangement
  • Training and assistance travel to other sites
  • Overtime opportunities when needed

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