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Marketing Manager II

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Interested in joining a growing company where you will work with talented colleagues, enhance a supportive and energetic culture, and be part of the climate solution? At Energy Solutions, we focus on the big impacts. And we believe that market-based programs can be a powerful force to deliver large-scale energy, carbon, and water-use savings. Since 1995, we’ve harnessed that power to offer proven, performance-based solutions for our utility, government, and institutional customers.

Energy Solutions is seeking a Marketing Manager II that will be responsible for delivering marketing and communications initiatives that support program participation, stakeholder engagement, and brand awareness for one of Energy Solutions’ client programs. This position collaborates closely with program leadership, outreach partners, clients, and stakeholders to develop effective messaging, communication strategies, and marketing materials that translate technical and regulatory information into clear, accessible, and actionable content. 

This role collaborates cross-functionally to plan and deliver communication campaigns, stakeholder resources, outreach activities, and educational materials that support program growth and participation.  

This is a perfect opportunity for someone who has strong communication and project management skills, ability to coordinate multiple priorities simultaneously, and the capability to collaborate with diverse stakeholder groups while ensuring high-quality, consistent messaging. 

 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:     

  • Collaborate with the Senior Marketing Manager to develop annual marketing and communications strategies that support program participation, stakeholder engagement, and customer acquisition 
  • Collaborate with the Senior Marketing Manager to translate program goals, priorities, and stakeholder needs, based on advisement and approval of program leadership and outreach teams 
  • Develop and maintain marketing plans and outreach approaches, based on established systems, that support strategic program objectives and participation goals 
  • Coordinate and deliver stakeholder communications, ensuring timely, accurate, and effective messaging across multiple audiences 
  • Develop and maintain communications calendars and communication channel strategies across email, direct mail, web, social media, and digital platforms 
  • Create, review, and refine messaging to ensure technical and regulatory information is communicated clearly and effectively for target audiences 
  • Develop announcements, collateral, case studies, customer testimonials, social media content, webinars, training materials, and other communication assets 
  • Collaborate with program subject matter experts and stakeholders to research, develop, and maintain relevant program content 
  • Support initiatives that enhance Energy Solutions’ brand awareness, market presence, and stakeholder engagement 
  • Serve as a liaison between outreach partners and program leadership to align outreach activities with program objectives, escalating stakeholder needs to Senior Manager when changes in messaging, tactics, or priorities are necessary 
  • Coordinate and support virtual and in-person stakeholder events, outreach campaigns, educational forums, and engagement activities 
  • Gather and communicate stakeholder feedback, insights, and lessons learned to support continuous improvement of outreach and communications efforts 
  • Collaborate with clients, subcontractors, solar vendors, community organizations, and internal teams to support program growth and participation 
  • Coordinate communication deliverables, timelines, and stakeholder needs across multiple concurrent projects and initiatives 
  • Track and communicate project status, communication activities, and stakeholder engagement outcomes to program leadership 
  • Identify and recommend opportunities to improve communication processes, stakeholder engagement strategies, and content development practices 
  • Maintain documentation, communication assets, and marketing resources in accordance with program standards 
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance communication effectiveness and program participation outcomes 

  

Minimum Qualifications:   

  • Bachelor's degree in marketing, Communications, Business Administration, Public Relations, or a related discipline  
  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in marketing, communications, or a related field 
  • Experience supporting the development and execution of communications strategies, marketing plans, and stakeholder engagement initiatives.  
  • Experience managing multiple communications projects and coordinating deliverables across diverse stakeholder groups 
  • Demonstrated, strong writing and editing skills, including the ability to translate technical and regulatory concepts into clear, audience-appropriate messaging 
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in a variety of formats, including writing, editing, speaking, active listening, and internal coordination 
  • Working knowledge of marketing communications best practices across email, social media, web, public relations, and stakeholder communications 
  • Demonstrated organization, project management, time management, prioritization, and multitasking skills 
  • Ability to proactively identify opportunities, solve problems, and develop creative communication solutions 
  • Ability to build effective working relationships across departments and with external stakeholders 
  • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and familiarity with email marketing and social media platform 

 

Preferred Qualifications:   

  • Master's degree in marketing, Communications, Business Administration, Public Relations, or a related discipline 
  • Digital marketing certifications (Google Analytics, Google Ads, HubSpot, Hootsuite, or similar). 
  • Professional certifications in marketing, communications, content strategy, or public relations. 
  • Experience supporting utility, renewable energy, sustainability, climate, or clean energy programs. 
  • Experience developing communications for regulated industries or government-sponsored initiatives. 
  • Experience planning and coordinating stakeholder events, public meetings, webinars, workshops, or outreach campaigns. 
  • Experience working with community-based organizations, contractors, vendors, or public-sector stakeholders 
  • Familiarity with solar energy, renewable energy, energy efficiency, or incentive program concepts 
  • Experience with email marketing platforms such as MailChimp, Constant Contact, HubSpot, or similar systems 
  • Familiarity with website content management systems and digital analytics tools 
  • Knowledge of communication performance measurement, stakeholder engagement metrics, and campaign effectiveness reporting 
  • Experience developing brand messaging frameworks, communication toolkits, and stakeholder-facing resources 

 

The salary range for this role is $85,000-$115,000/annually with a target range of $85,000- $97,750/annually.   

 

Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes a generous retirement package. Energy Solutions provides an excellent benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, other pre-tax contribution plans and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

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At Energy Solutions we believe in the importance of authentic interactions and equitable opportunities. We base our candidate selection on one’s own skills, knowledge, and experience. To ensure the integrity and fairness of our interview process, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools (including Generative AI) or other means to generate or assist with responses during interviews is strictly prohibited. This practice supports our commitment to create a transparent and equitable space where skills, knowledge and experience can truly shine.

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Energy Solutions is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. We afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Energy Solutions conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

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Energy Solutions operates as a predominantly remote workforce with offices in  six different locations. Employees who reside within 40 miles of an office (except New York) will be assigned to that location, though in-office attendance requirements may vary by team. At this time, we are not accepting applications from candidates residing in the following states: Delaware, Kentucky, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, and North Dakota.

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