Coordinator/Sr Coordinator, Communications

Fort Worth, TX (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableMid Level2+ years expFull time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Own rapid-response communications and real-time issue management for airline operations, turning raw data into timely, actionable insights that guide media strategy and cross-team responses.

  • Media response coordination: Monitor inquiries, flag emerging issues, and guide communications across channels.
  • Data-to-insights: Translate complex data into timely information for reporting and storytelling.
  • Stakeholder collaboration: Strengthen cross-team relationships to sustain effective rapid-response workflows.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Support rapid response communications across the airline, serving as a first point of contact for the Operations Communications and Issues Response team.
  • Research, analyze and provide information that guides media response, while proactively identifying, flagging and escalating emerging issues in real time.
  • Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights and expertly gather and deliver timely information to inform communications strategies.
  • Monitor and manage Media Relations inbox, tracking media inquiries, operational issues and incidents.
  • Oversee and maintain databases, platforms and processes that support in efficient and accurate rapid response.
  • Contribute to data-driven storytelling initiatives and preparing information across multiple platforms for quarterly and ad hoc reporting.
  • Build and maintain strong working relationships across the company, upholding the integrity and effectiveness of the Global Engagement team.
  • Perform other duties as assigned to support communication priorities.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education, training, or experience
  • 2+ years of relevant work experience in handling customer issues and problem-solving
  • 3 years of relevant work experience in Customer Relations or Reservations
  • Experience with tools and systems such as AACoRN, Asana, Sabre, ePNR, Adovocate, Document lookup, Nexidia, and CERS
  • Ability to thrive in a fast paced, 24/7 environment.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to support projects requiring critical thinking and presentation.
  • Proven ability to adapt quickly, work well under pressure, and meet tight deadlines.
  • Highly analytical with an interest in using social media and internal platforms to enhance processes and reporting.
  • Strong organization and attention to detail.
  • Problem-solving skills and open-minded approach to reaching fair and thoughtful solutions.
  • Ability to manage multiple inquiries simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and quality.
  • High level of professionalism and discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information.
  • Excellent time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
  • A collaborative mindset and the ability to work efficiently with team members and leadership.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); experience in Power BI is a plus.

Preferred

  • Power BI is a plus

Benefits

  • Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
  • Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.
  • Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
  • 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
  • Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more
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Embark on an adventure with a commitment to service, excellence and humanity. Our team is what powers our airline. We are proudly dedicated to our purpose of caring for people on life’s journey, including connecting our customers to the people and places they love or providing our team members development and leadership opportunities to acquire new skills and explore their potential. With more than 1,300 aircraft in our mainline and regional fleets combined and an extensive route network that touches six continents, we’ve got a place for you to start — or continue — your career. Whether you’re stationed at one of our hundreds of airports, working out of our state-of-the-art headquarters in Fort Worth, Texas, or serving customers over the phone from your home office, there are endless opportunities for you to grow and lead at American.

Founded in 1930
USA
58K employees (1,741 in marketing)
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Last Raise
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Funding History

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    Post IPO Debt • $250M
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    Post IPO Debt • $750M
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    Post IPO Equity

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