Senior Administrative Specialist, Public Relations Assistant

Duke Energy Corporation

Senior Administrative Specialist providing support to Government & Community Relations at Duke Energy. Handling administrative tasks and assisting district managers in community engagement initiatives.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeRaleigh • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong administrative support capabilities, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, effective communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Ensures accuracy in documentation and reporting while maintaining effective relationships across various levels of the organization.

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Microsoft Office Suite ProficiencyStrong Administrative ExperienceEffective Communication SkillsDetail-OrientedMulti-Tasking Ability

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Hard Skills

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointReport PreparationData CompilationInvoice Processing

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationDetail OrientationPrioritizationInterpersonal Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaGED

Industry Keywords

Community RelationsGovernment RelationsVolunteer CoordinationEmergency PreparednessEnvironmental Justice

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide integral support to Duke Energy's Government & Community Relations department
Support district managers and vice presidents in community relations
Prepares correspondence, reports, presentations, agendas, minutes, etc.
Prepares and updates functional reports or records requiring compilation of information from multiple sources
Receives, screens and directs incoming calls, visitors, mail and e-mail
Maintains files and calendars
Arranges business travel, coordinating meeting arrangements, and tracking expenses
Supports regional volunteer coordination
Assists with social media monitoring
Supports NC storm/emergency preparedness plan pre/during/post event
Manages foundation grant inquiries and processing
Processes invoices
Monitors and manages all emails and calls into the NC Environmental Justice account
Assists with time entry for the North Carolina State President’s organization
Ensures accuracy of community relations managers’ key contact lists
Updates individual budget reports for community relations managers

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma/GED
Eight (8) years minimum of related work experience
Prior strong administrative or secretarial experience
Strong computer skills
Demonstrated knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office suite applications, including Excel and PowerPoint
Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments
Demonstrated ability to communicate (both written and oral) in a clear, concise and effective manner
Demonstrated ability to be detail-oriented, ensuring tasks are done with accuracy
Ability to effectively interface with multiple across a department, e.g. managers, supervisors, employees
Experience working in a fast-paced, demanding environment with changing conditions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Friendly work environment
Opportunities for growth and development
Recognition for your work
Competitive pay and benefits