Public Relations/ Communications Manager

Public Relations & Communications Manager

• Serves as a liaison between the Nation and the public.
• Develops and maintains a positive public image for the organization through public-facing communication.
• Writes, reviews, and/or distributes press releases and other public-facing communication.
• Responds to information requests from media contacts.
• Establishes and maintains positive relationships with media outlets, consumers, government employees, and public interest groups.
• Arranges interviews for company’s executives and management.
• Evaluates advertising campaigns to ensure consistency with the organization’s public relations strategy.
• Develops and/or executes social media and content strategies to release information on the organization in a manner that will promote a positive public image.
• Oversees and produces, from concept to completion, a broad array of digital and/or print promotional and communication materials for the organization.
• Ensures that all materials present a clear, unified, and positive image for the organization and/or brand.
• Plans, prepares, and distributes original promotional content such as articles, news and press releases, email, blog and social media posts, and other updates on behalf of the organization.
• Promotes and attends special events and functions; promotes and reports on corporate milestones and activities such as company goals and projects; new products or services; community service activities; and new hires, promotions, and retirements.
• Arranges for photography and/or press coverage for special events.
• Attends trade shows and community fairs and staffs the company booth.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of public relations principles and strategies.
• Excellent public speaking skills.
• Excellent written communication skills with a proven ability to write in a journalistic style that is customary for external publications.
• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills with an ability to build and maintain positive relationships with media contacts and outlets.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficient with social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds at times.

Hours per week:

• Full time: 40 + hours per week

Job Type:

• Full time

Salary:

$70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Weekly pay
• Medical, dental, vision insurance; 75% employer contribution
• 401 (k) matching up to 7%
• Paid vacation time; 2 weeks annually
• Paid personal time; 1 week annually
• Paid holidays; 12 annually
• Paid childcare; 80% paid by employer
• Employee Assistance Program
• Coupons & Discounts with Life Mart
• Employee engagement and opportunities for advancement.

Hours of operation:

• 8:00 AM- 4:30 PM Monday – Friday
• Other times as needed dependent upon events, press release deadlines etc.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree required, concentration in Public Relations, Communications, Political Science or similar.

Experience:

• Writing skills: 3 years (Required)
• Public Relations: 3 years (Required)
• Marketing: 1 year (Required)
• Social media marketing: 2 years (Required)

Work Location:

• In person (on site)