Public Relations Manager Job at GoTriangle in Raleigh

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB DUTIES

Public Relations Manager will play a primary role in crisis communications and media relations including: working with journalists to gather and provide information and multimedia elements, and will support the Chief Communications Officer to create, promote and host media opportunities including news conferences and other external and internal events, as assigned. This position assists with public records requests and organizational publications. Will report to the Director of Strategic Communications & Marketing and work closely to define, create and implement key communications strategies and plans, with the possibility of overseeing at least one communications employee to help execute those plans and strategies. This position will work closely with marketing, public engagement, creative teams, and senior staff members to gather and produce high-quality, effective communications and media relations plans and material.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervising employees and leading efforts related to GoTriangle's internal and external communications plans.
• Working with a variety of resources to identify key messages, stories, subject matter experts and visual/ multimedia elements to tell GoTriangle's story and keep customers and the public informed.
• Writing/Editing news releases, blog posts, scripts and other material.
• Work with the Chief Communications Officer to develop and implement effective communication plans and campaigns and lead the process of monitoring, evaluating and shaping strategies to ensure we are effectively reaching our key audiences in a meaningful way.
• Working closely with the Director, Social Media Specialist, Creative and Marketing teams to develop and implement cross promotional products
• Along with the Chief Communications Officer, will cultivate relationships with journalists and work to support effective media relations plans and events
• Support staff in developing and producing presentations, speeches and preparation for interviews
• Serve as a backup spokesperson, as requested.
• Use analytic tools to measure success of communication products.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university preferably majoring in communications, public relations, journalism or English.
• Five years or more experience in communications, public relations, journalism or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• The incumbent will be highly proficient in writing, copyediting and verbal/ presentation skills with proven experience in writing for multiple platforms and effective media relations and crisis communications and will have previous experience managing people and/or projects in a fast-paced work environment.
• Strong writing (AP style), news judgement, organizational skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment are a must.

An equivalent combination of related education and experience may be substituted for the above stated minimums excluding High School Diploma, GED, Licenses, or Certifications.

Working Conditions:

Primarily works in an office environment where there is minimum exposure to dust, noise, or temperature extremes. At times, may be moderately exposed to unpleasant working conditions to include dust, noise, temperature, weather, petroleum products, and chemicals while visiting operating facilities and external meetings, during which the incumbent should observe all policies and procedures, safety precautions and regulations, and use all protective clothing and devices provided.

Physical Requirements:

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Walking and standing are required only occasionally.

EEO Statement:

GoTriangle is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunity and will not discriminate in terms and conditions of employment and employment practices. Decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, protected veteran and military status or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Accommodations:

GoTriangle is firmly committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment and to a program of achieving total equality of opportunity for all applicants. If you require reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact 919-485-7448. Please indicate the specific assistance needed.