Manager, Communications & Public Relations Job at Goodwill Industries of Kentuck

Manager, Communications & Public Relations

Job Category: Marketing/Development

Requisition Number: MANAG014353

Posted: January 20, 2025

Job Type: Full-time, Exempt

Goodwill Industries of Kentucky is looking for an energetic, self-motivated, detail-oriented Manager of Communications & Public Relations to join our growing dynamic team! The Manager of Communications & Public Relations is a member of the Marketing and Communications team responsible for the development and implementation of statewide communications, community engagement, and public relations strategies to advance the consistent branding of Goodwill Industries of Kentucky. If you are looking for an opportunity that allows you to reach new goals while striving in a high-energy, fast-paced environment, this opportunity is for you.

Goodwill’s Mission is to connect Kentucky job seekers with the resources and services they need to find and maintain long-term employment and a career path. We serve Kentuckians who have disabilities or experience other challenges finding success in the workforce, such as criminal backgrounds, language barriers, limited education, lack of transportation, and chronic poverty.

Essential Duties and Tasks:

• Oversees the implementation of statewide communications, community engagement, and public relations strategies to increase the visibility of Goodwill’s programs and services.
• Strengthens Goodwill’s brand with target audiences by developing clear and consistent messages that help maintain a distinct identity for the organization.
• Manages and provides direction for a team responsible for the development and execution of communications content, including internal and external communications, press releases, earned media strategies, and community relations.
• Leads and/or participates in the coordination of all public events for Goodwill that include community partners, program participants, and/or media representatives.
• Leads and/or participates in the strategic planning of community engagement efforts that (1) help Goodwill fulfill its mission, (2) help establish and/or strengthen important community relationships, and (3) help raise awareness of Goodwill’s services throughout the state.
• Partners with other departments and leaders within Goodwill to conceptualize, create, and guide the implementation of internal and external communications strategies that include trainings, recognition programs, newsletters, and special events.
• Acts as an official spokesperson to represent Goodwill in civic engagements, events, and media interviews when necessary.
• Coordinates Goodwill’s response to media inquiries and serves on the crisis management team.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Must have a minimum of six (6) years of experience in communications and/or public relations.
• Must demonstrate proficient knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Must have strong written and oral communication skills.
• Must have an excellent community reputation and the ability to personally represent Goodwill to media professionals and other publics.
• Must be detail-oriented and have great public speaking ability.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work, proof of insurance, a valid driver’s license in the state of residence, and an acceptable driving record.

Goodwill Industries of Kentucky is an EEO/AA employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.