Communications Specialist
Pacific Gas & Electric
Sacramento, CA · Posted October 30, 2026
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About the job
Requisition ID # 175303
Job Category: Corporate Affairs / Communication
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Business Unit: Customer & Corporate Affairs
Work Type: Hybrid
Job Location: Sacramento
Department Overview
Position Summary
Develops communication strategies and disseminates internal and external communications with the goal of preserving and strengthening PG&E's reputation and credibility with various stakeholders. Researches and writes content for internal and external audiences by providing information on programs, policies, projects and other efforts impacting the organization. Supports other communications efforts providing ideas, edits and formatting to support communications strategies.
This position is hybrid, working from your remote office and your assigned work location approximately 2 times per month, or more, based on business needs or company requirements. The assigned work location will be within the PG&E Service Territory and will be agreed upon by the successful candidate and hiring leader.
Compensation
PG&E is providing the full salary/pay range for this position. The actual amount paid to an individual will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, internal equity, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, and geographic location. The range to reasonably expect will be between the minimum and midpoint listed below. The final decision will be made on a case-by-case basis related to the factors above. This job is also eligible to participate in PG&E’s discretionary incentive compensation programs.
Bay Area Min: $78,000.00
Bay Area Mid: $97,000.00
Bay Area Max: $116,000.00
&/OR
California Min: $74,000.00
California Mid: $92,000.00
California Max $110,000.00
Job Responsibilities
Ability to interact with key support organizations and department leadership.
Ability to work independently with little instruction
Communicates and works with peers both inside and outside of the department to research and develop communications strategies, plans and pieces
Demonstrates full understanding of fundamental communications concepts
Develops communications pieces of moderate scope and complexity
Has knowledge and skill to interface regularly with employees within Customer Care
Plans and implements communication initiatives and events including project plans, timelines and milestones.
Selects methods, approaches and tactics to address communications needs
Qualifications
Minimum:
High School or GED-General Educational Development-GED Diploma
Job-related experience, 2 years
CA Class C License, or equivalent
Desired:
Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience
Ability to prioritize, plan, perform and communicate activities both in written and verbal form
Ability to work independently with little day-to-day guidance
Ability to identify and work with key stakeholders