What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate, Bus Comms - 518447 position at Tennessee Valley Authority?
External - Posting Description
Associate, Bus Comms - 518447
Organization: CAO
Department: BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS
Work Location: Chattanooga Office Complex, Chattanooga, TN
Relocation: No relocation benefits are offered for this position.
Posting Open: 5/18/2026
Posting Close: 5/28/2026 at 11:59 PM EST
Salary: Competitive
The Associate, Business Communications will support internal communications for TVA’s Nuclear Communications and Business Communications teams. This Chattanooga-based role is ideal for someone who enjoys writing and wants hands-on experience developing content and communication plans under the guidance of senior consultants and business leaders. You will work on project-based assignments across operations, safety, while having strong growth opportunities, exposure to leadership and the chance to build skills across multiple communication channels.
POSITION PURPOSE
Write and deliver communication products for TVA that educate, inform and engage employees, retirees and other stakeholder groups, and ultimately enhance TVA’s reputation. Identify opportunities to deliver messaging through a variety of channels. Develop clear and consistent products that resonate clearly with executives, employees, retirees, and targeted external stakeholders. Supports content needs across all communications and marketing teams.
Job Dimensions
Supervisory Responsibility – N/A
Budget Responsibility – N/A
Principal Accountabilities
Education – Bachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations, communications or a comparable related field.
Experience – Prior experience in the communications field working in a business setting is preferred.
Certification/License, etc — N/A
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities — Knowledge of communications practices and tools; strong written and verbal communication skills; professional presence and ability to build and sustain professional relationships; skills in current communications technology; self-starter, driven, and able to work at a high pace. Good organizational and project management skills. Proficient in web, social media, Microsoft Office, Adobe and other core technology. Candidate may be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance based on position / access requirements and essential job functions
Equal Employment Opportunity
TVA is an Equal Opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding equal employment opportunities. Any applicant or employee who believes s/he has a discrimination claim (including harassment or retaliation) must contact TVA’s Equal Opportunity Compliance office within 45 calendar days of the event or action s/he believes to constitute discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.
Drug-Free Workplace
All TVA Non-Nuclear employees are covered by TVA's Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program Plan, in accordance with Executive Order 12564, Public Law 100-71 and the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing. Information regarding the Drug Free Workplace Program can be found at www.samhsa.gov/workplace . TVA Non-Nuclear employees in Testing Designated Positions, including those performing safety-sensitive duties are also subject to random drug testing. TVA Nuclear employees are subject to random alcohol and drug tests in accordance with 10 CFR Part 26 as mandated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).
How To Claim Vet Preference
If you are requesting to be considered as a preference-eligible veteran as outlined in the application process, you must submit your military documents before the posting close date indicated above. Be sure to include all supporting documentation: Form DD214 (member 2 or member 4 copy), a Veterans Disability Rating Letter from the VA (if applicable), and a completed form TVA 3595. If you will not get your DD214 until you are separated or retired, you can request a Statement of Service through your military personnel office. The Statement of Service must list your dates of military service, character of service, expected date of separation and any service-connected disability rating that you have been awarded from your branch of military service. Please submit your military documents each time you apply for a position.
How To Submit Documentation
Associate, Bus Comms - 518447
Organization: CAO
Department: BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS
Work Location: Chattanooga Office Complex, Chattanooga, TN
Relocation: No relocation benefits are offered for this position.
Posting Open: 5/18/2026
Posting Close: 5/28/2026 at 11:59 PM EST
Salary: Competitive
The Associate, Business Communications will support internal communications for TVA’s Nuclear Communications and Business Communications teams. This Chattanooga-based role is ideal for someone who enjoys writing and wants hands-on experience developing content and communication plans under the guidance of senior consultants and business leaders. You will work on project-based assignments across operations, safety, while having strong growth opportunities, exposure to leadership and the chance to build skills across multiple communication channels.
POSITION PURPOSE
Write and deliver communication products for TVA that educate, inform and engage employees, retirees and other stakeholder groups, and ultimately enhance TVA’s reputation. Identify opportunities to deliver messaging through a variety of channels. Develop clear and consistent products that resonate clearly with executives, employees, retirees, and targeted external stakeholders. Supports content needs across all communications and marketing teams.
Job Dimensions
Supervisory Responsibility – N/A
Budget Responsibility – N/A
Principal Accountabilities
- Writes and edits content for various TVA channels.
- Develops clear, concise and consistent messaging that builds awareness, understanding, education and action.
- Works with Communications team to develop and/or update communications strategies and tactics.
- Ensures messaging is understandable and relevant to the audience to which it’s being delivered, building understanding and advocacy on behalf of the company, its people, products, services and values.
- Uses available technology appropriate to audiences as messaging is developed.
- Maintains an understanding of business unit goals, programs, issues, and industry trends.
- Utilizes measurement tools to ensure objectives are achieved and results are delivered.
- Utilizes project management and organizational skills in order to deliver effective and timely results.
- Prepares talking points, key messages, employee communications, social media messages, employee newsletter content, video scripts, Power Point presentations, speeches, web content, white papers and background data.
- Research, benchmark information, or collect feedback and prepare summaries to support research analysis efforts
- Collaborates across communications and marketing and TVA teams to develop innovative content across all channels.
- Collaborates and coordinates with colleagues to promote best practices, idea sharing and success for all communications initiatives.
Education – Bachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations, communications or a comparable related field.
Experience – Prior experience in the communications field working in a business setting is preferred.
Certification/License, etc — N/A
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities — Knowledge of communications practices and tools; strong written and verbal communication skills; professional presence and ability to build and sustain professional relationships; skills in current communications technology; self-starter, driven, and able to work at a high pace. Good organizational and project management skills. Proficient in web, social media, Microsoft Office, Adobe and other core technology. Candidate may be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance based on position / access requirements and essential job functions
Equal Employment Opportunity
TVA is an Equal Opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding equal employment opportunities. Any applicant or employee who believes s/he has a discrimination claim (including harassment or retaliation) must contact TVA’s Equal Opportunity Compliance office within 45 calendar days of the event or action s/he believes to constitute discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.
Drug-Free Workplace
All TVA Non-Nuclear employees are covered by TVA's Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program Plan, in accordance with Executive Order 12564, Public Law 100-71 and the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing. Information regarding the Drug Free Workplace Program can be found at www.samhsa.gov/workplace . TVA Non-Nuclear employees in Testing Designated Positions, including those performing safety-sensitive duties are also subject to random drug testing. TVA Nuclear employees are subject to random alcohol and drug tests in accordance with 10 CFR Part 26 as mandated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).
How To Claim Vet Preference
If you are requesting to be considered as a preference-eligible veteran as outlined in the application process, you must submit your military documents before the posting close date indicated above. Be sure to include all supporting documentation: Form DD214 (member 2 or member 4 copy), a Veterans Disability Rating Letter from the VA (if applicable), and a completed form TVA 3595. If you will not get your DD214 until you are separated or retired, you can request a Statement of Service through your military personnel office. The Statement of Service must list your dates of military service, character of service, expected date of separation and any service-connected disability rating that you have been awarded from your branch of military service. Please submit your military documents each time you apply for a position.
How To Submit Documentation
- Upload documents in Step 7 of the application process.
- Email documents to [email protected]