Coordinator, Public Relations

Responsibilities

• Works with the Vice President, Communications to develop and execute the association’s public relations strategy, designed to support the association’s strategic goals, through media relations, communications and storytelling
• Provides media-related support to the Vice President, Communications and other AZA staff, including responding to media inquiries and writing and distributing media materials
• Builds, maintains and updates targeted media distribution lists
• Monitors and responds to media inquiries, coordinating with the Vice President, Communications and connecting media personnel with appropriate subject matter experts within AZA and at member institutions
• Provides media support for on-site media opportunities
• Creates national and statewide pitch opportunities for media coverage to highlight AZA and member facility collaborations
• Utilizes multiple editorial calendars across multiple content streams to organize workflows, assign tasks, and maintain project timelines
• Works with other departments and vendors on the development of collateral materials for communications initiatives and organizes distribution to AZA members
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 suite
• Demonstrated skills in the use of internet applications, databases, and CRM tools (Excel and NetForum preferred) to gather and analyze data.
• Knowledge in working with a web-based content management system, as well as websites such as Bonterra, Constant Contact, Survey Monkey, etc.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a high level of customer service.
• Creative problem solver with superior organizational skills, analytical abilities, strong attention to detail, and ability to handle multiple projects.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.
• Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, members, and vendors.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrated good judgment and strong decision-making skills.

Preferred

• Excel and NetForum preferred

Benefits

• AZA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to health insurance options, life and disability insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan.
• To encourage work/life balance, AZA also offers a variety of paid time off plans including vacation, sick, and personal time; holidays; and parental leave.
• AZA also offers hybrid work schedules and flexible work weeks for eligible positions.