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Hill Country Telephone Cooperative, Inc. (HCTC) of Ingram, TX, seeks a dynamic and enthusiastic Public Relations & Outreach Specialist to promote and represent HCTC in our communities. The primary focus of this position is to develop and implement outreach programs, manage media relations, and enhance our public image. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator with experience in public relations, marketing, and community engagement. Would you like to take your career to the next level with an established and community-minded telecommunication provider? If so, please read on!

This position earns a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. We offer extremely attractive health benefits for the entire family, including medical, vision, and dental. Life and disability insurance, a pension and 401k retirement plan, paid holidays, generous paid time off (PTO), and low-cost internet services are also included. This position also includes the use of a company vehicle and cell phone. If this sounds like the right opportunity in telecommunications for you, apply today!

About HCTC Established as a cooperative in 1951 to furnish telephone service in the overlooked rural areas of the Texas Hill Country, we now provide these beautiful smaller cities and rural areas with high-speed broadband and telecommunication services. We envision connected, vibrant, and sustainable rural communities contributing to a prosperous, equitable, and thriving society. Committed to our customers and communities, we are transparent, fair, and honest. Our employees love that a career with us allows them to do challenging work while meeting the communication needs of their friends, neighbors, and business community. In addition to work they can feel good about, we offer our valued employees competitive pay, generous benefits, opportunities for career development, and a positive work culture. Today, HCTC's tradition of serving its customers with excellence and enthusiasm sets us apart as an industry leader.

What to expect as the HCTC Public Relations & Outreach Specialist: Each day, you will come prepared to provide valuable insights about the communities we serve and effectively collaborate with your colleagues to complete assigned tasks. Your responsibilities will include:

• Develop and execute PR strategies to promote brand awareness and positive public perception.
• Build and maintain relationships with media outlets, journalists, and influencers.
• Create and distribute press releases, media kits, newsletters, and social media content.
• Plan, coordinate, and attend community events, sponsorships, and partnerships.
• Develop outreach initiatives to engage key stakeholders, including local businesses, schools, and government agencies.
• Monitor media coverage and provide reports on PR campaign effectiveness.
• Act as a spokesperson for the organization when necessary.
• Collaborate with marketing and other departments to ensure cohesive messaging.
• Identify opportunities for media coverage, sponsorships, and partnerships.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in public relations, community outreach, or a related role.
• Valid Texas Driver's License with a clean driving record.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong networking and relationship-building abilities.
• Proficiency in social media platforms and digital marketing tools.
• Experience in event planning and coordination.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Knowledge of media relations.

Work Schedule: Regular working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with the ability to work evenings and weekends for public events and promotions.

All employment offers are conditioned on passing a preemployment drug and alcohol screen and background check.