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SpartanNash

Retail Associate

Marshall, MI

$14.75 - $16.75/hr

Cashier Guest Assistant Produce Associate Deli Associate Meat Associate Barista Pharmacy Technician ... Good verbal communication and an approachable demeanor. Attention to detail - especially where ...

SpartanNash

Retail Associate

Eaton Rapids, MI

$14.25 - $16.50/hr

Cashier Guest Assistant Produce Associate Deli Associate Meat Associate Barista Pharmacy Technician ... Good verbal communication and an approachable demeanor. Attention to detail - especially where ...

SpartanNash Company

Retail Associate

Albion, MI · On-site

$13.75 - $16/hr

Cashier Guest Assistant Produce Associate Deli Associate Meat Associate Barista Pharmacy Technician ... Good verbal communication and an approachable demeanor. Attention to detail - especially where ...

SpartanNash

Retail Associate

Albion, MI

$13.75 - $16/hr

Cashier Guest Assistant Produce Associate Deli Associate Meat Associate Barista Pharmacy Technician ... Good verbal communication and an approachable demeanor. Attention to detail - especially where ...

SpartanNash Company

Retail Associate

Eaton Rapids, MI · On-site

Cashier Guest Assistant Produce Associate Deli Associate Meat Associate Barista Pharmacy Technician ... Good verbal communication and an approachable demeanor. Attention to detail - especially where ...

SpartanNash Company

Retail Associate

Marshall, MI · On-site

$14.75 - $16.75/hr

Cashier Guest Assistant Produce Associate Deli Associate Meat Associate Barista Pharmacy Technician ... Good verbal communication and an approachable demeanor. Attention to detail - especially where ...

Smartlinks, Inc.

Sales Associate

Howell, MI · On-site

$45K - $100K/yr

Paid training and career development Sales Associate Job Summary As a Sales Associate at Smartlinks ... Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Ability to work flexible hours, including ...

Smartlinks, Inc.

Sales Associate

Howell, MI · On-site

$45K - $100K/yr

Competitive pay Sales Associate Job Summary As a Sales Associate at Smartlinks, Inc., you'll help ... Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Ability to work flexible hours, including ...

SpartanNash Company

Deli Associate

Marshall, MI · On-site

$14 - $16.75/hr

Communicate tasks, recipes, weights and measures, and cleaning steps completed to other associates * Follow all PPE and Safety Guidelines * Follow all Food Safety and Cleaning Expectations * Follow ...

SpartanNash

Deli Associate

Marshall, MI

$14 - $16.75/hr

Communicate tasks, recipes, weights and measures, and cleaning steps completed to other associates * Follow all PPE and Safety Guidelines * Follow all Food Safety and Cleaning Expectations * Follow ...

Ross Stores, Inc

Retail Associate

Jackson, MI

$14 - $16/hr

Effectively communicate with Customers, Associates and Store Leadership in a friendly, respectful, cooperative and pleasant manner. * Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations commonly used ...

Ross Stores

Retail Associate

Jackson, MI · On-site

$13.75 - $16/hr

Effectively communicate with Customers, Associates and Store Leadership in a friendly, respectful, cooperative and pleasant manner. * Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations commonly used ...

Busch's Inc.

Stock Associate

Pinckney, MI · On-site

$14.50/hr

Proficient communication and interpersonal skills, including written, verbal and listening skills ... We also take great care of the associates that take care of our guests. At Busch's, we realize that ...

Five Below

Sales Associate

Jackson, MI

$12.75 - $17.50/hr

Communicate needs to management: Regularly inform management about merchandise restocking, service ... associate schedules, and standard operating procedures Must be able to remain in a stationary ...

Aaron's Family of Companies

Sales Associate

Jackson, MI · On-site

$14 - $15.75/hr

Sales Associate The salary range for this role is $14.00 to $15.75 per hour/annually.* This ... Solid communication skills * Desire to help customers What you'll do: * Assist with cleaning ...

aan

Sales Associate

Jackson, MI · On-site

$14 - $15.75/hr

Sales Associate The salary range for this role is $14.00 to $15.75 per hour/annually.* This ... Solid communication skills * Desire to help customers What you'll do: * Assist with cleaning ...

aan

Sales Associate

Jackson, MI · On-site

$14 - $15.75/hr

Sales Associate The salary range for this role is $14.00 to $15.75 per hour/annually.* This ... Solid communication skills * Desire to help customers What you'll do: * Assist with cleaning ...

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How much do communications associate jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for communications associate in Jackson, MI is $52,304.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,400.00 and $59,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges a communications associate faces when managing internal and external messaging?

Communications Associates often juggle multiple projects with tight deadlines, which can make prioritizing tasks and maintaining message consistency challenging. They must adapt messaging for different audiences, ensuring clarity and alignment with organizational goals while also responding quickly to emerging issues or feedback. Collaborating across departments is key, as information often needs to be gathered from various teams, requiring strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail.

What is a communications associate?

A communications associate assists a marketing or advertising team with a variety of tasks. As a communications associate, you may be responsible for copywriting promotional materials, designing simple graphics, managing social media and outreach, launching email campaigns, researching media coverage, and promoting products. You also typically perform administrative duties as needed. Qualifications for this job include a mix of related skills and experience. Most employers require candidates to have a bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or a similar field. Completing internships at ad or marketing agencies helps to improve your career opportunities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a communications associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Communications Associate, you need strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, typically supported by a bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, or a related field. Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), social media platforms, and graphic design tools like Adobe Creative Suite is commonly expected. Attention to detail, creativity, and the ability to collaborate effectively with teams are standout soft skills for this role. These skills ensure clear messaging, brand consistency, and effective engagement with target audiences across multiple channels.
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Infographic showing various Communications Associate job openings in Jackson, MI as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,304 per year, or $25.1 per hour.

Mgr Co-worker Communications

Consumers Energy Company

Jackson, MI • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Consumers Energy rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 59 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

23rd of 53 rated energy and utility

Job description

Consumers Energy is Michigan's largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state's 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. Consumers Energy knows job number one is to keep the lights on for customers. We are committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to our customers 24/7. 

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, e.g., H-1B, TN, etc. Please do not apply if you will need immigration sponsorship for a work visa now or in the future, including sponsorship for H-1B, TN, etc., now or in the future. We are unable to hire individuals with CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT for this position as the position is not eligible for participation in the H-1B lottery program and is not eligible for current or future immigration sponsorship for a work visa.

Location: This is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) position with required onsite days on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday and may be assigned to the One Energy Plaza headquarters located in Jackson, MI, or the Grand Rapids Service Center, or the Saginaw Service Center. The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate (relocation package is available for those that qualify). 

General Summary of Job Responsibilities

The Manager of Co-Worker Communications is responsible for the overall execution of all Co-worker Communications, including but not limited to the management of our company intranet, digital signage, email campaigns and other communications channels. The incumbent will lay out the overall Co-worker communications strategy using external and internal benchmarking, as well as the execution of the tactical day-to-day communications. Overall leadership of the internal communications strategy is integral to achieving our EICP goals, most notably our Culture Index. A comprehensive co-worker communications plan is critical to ensuring that our company culture is brought to life and the organization can execute on its goals and strategies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Create and implement internal communications strategy that aligns with our culture. Implementation of this strategy includes aligning with executives, crafting their messages, and guiding and directing where needed
  • Use data, research, external benchmarking and insights to inform decision-making related to communications improvements
  • Act as advisor to stakeholders on how to best engage and motivate behaviors, attitudes, and perceptions through all communication mediums
  • Use a variety of communications and modern/digital solutions to influence and support desired experiences
  • Engage and partner with IT around new technology solutions to enhance and drive communications to all co-workers forward
  • Other duties as assigned or may be necessary
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
  • Ability to create communication strategies and plans that address concerns and educate stakeholders
  • Understanding of media markets, public relations, crisis communications as it relates to managing the reputation of a company
  • Cultural sensitivity and adaptability, with the ability to move seamlessly across diverse business groups and geographical cultures
  • Proven ability to recognize and diagnose issues, work in teams, and leverage the resources of other related practices to address client challenges
  • Understanding of the external communications landscape including but not limited to trends, benchmarking, and new and emerging technologies
  • Ability to draw conclusions from data in a logical, systematic way
  • Excellent writing skills
  • Exceptional interpersonal skill and a track record of building relationships from Senior level stakeholders (C-level) to employee workgroups
Education/Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, Public Relations, Advertising, or Journalism and 4+ years of experience in a communications-related field; Communications firm, advertising, public relations, internal or external corporate communications. Experience facilitating, coaching and mentoring teams specifically to drive consensus, brainstorm and/or to gather data.
  • [OR] Associate's degree in Business, Communications, Public Relations, Advertising, or Journalism and 6+ years of experience in a communications-related field; Communications firm, advertising, public relations, internal or external corporate communications. Experience facilitating, coaching and mentoring teams specifically to drive consensus, brainstorm and/or to gather data.
  • [OR] High School diploma and 8+ years of experience in a communications-related field; Communications firm, advertising, public relations, internal or external corporate communications. Experience facilitating, coaching and mentoring teams specifically to drive consensus, brainstorm and/or to gather data.
Preferred Experience
  • Graphic design experience
  • Motion graphics and/or videography experience
  • Strong project management skills

Why should you join our team? 

At Consumers Energy, we offer more than just a place to work. We foster a culture that supports career development, growth, and stability, and we take pride in offering our co-workers excellent benefits and compensation packages. We are deliberately creating an inclusive culture that makes our diverse team of co-workers feel valued, supported, and empowered every day. We're a company made up of thousands of people, all with different stories to share and work to do, but we stand united in our company purpose: world class performance delivering hometown service.

What we offer: 

  • Competitive compensation packages
  • Medical, Dental and Vision
  • 401k with company match
  • Paid parental leave
  • Up to 13 paid Holidays
  • Paid time off
  • Educational Assistance Program

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: 

We, at CMS Energy, value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. It is part of our DNA. We treat our employees with respect, we treat each other fairly and we value the opinions of others. We are passionate about building and nurturing an environment where everyone feels included. We don't discriminate. We seek to learn about each other and better understand our unique differences. Our uniqueness makes us authentic. We create safe spaces where everyone can be who they truly are. We invite difficult conversations and uncomfortable topics. We value diverse perspectives; this is what makes us great together. We harbor an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their backgrounds, experiences, and ideas. Our Employee Resource Groups, Women in Energy (WE), Minority Advisory Panel (MAP), Pride Alliance of Consumers Energy (PACE), GENERGY (Different Generations), capable (Different Abilities), Interfaith, People Planet Partners, and Veterans Advisory Panel (VAP) are key enablers to living the values of our company culture: Caring, Empowered, Deliberate, Agility, and Ownership.

All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

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