Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a proactive public relations strategy aligned with organizational priorities and brand positioning.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local, regional, and national media outlets.
• Proactively identify and pitch stories that position AHS as a trusted, leading voice.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for media inquiries and interview coordination.
• Represent AHS on camera and in live interviews with clarity, confidence, and professionalism.
• Draft press releases, media statements, op-eds, and media briefing materials.
• Prepare organizational leaders for media engagement through coaching, messaging, and briefing materials.
• Monitor media coverage and public sentiment to provide insights and recommendations.
• Ensure consistency of messaging across all external communications.
• Support crisis communications planning and response, including rapid message development and media coordination during emerging situations.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in public relations, media relations, journalism, or communications
• Proven track record of securing media coverage and managing press relationships
• Familiarity with media monitoring and PR analytics tools

Preferred

• Experience serving as a spokesperson and participating in on-camera interviews preferred
• Video production and editing skills are preferred

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision insurance + Paid Time Off
• 9 paid holidays + 4 floating holidays per full calendar year
• 401k with a 4% company match
• 401k for part-time and full-time staff with a 4% company match
• Nine paid holidays for full-time staff
• Paid floating holidays for part-time and full-time staff (up to 4 days per year based on start date)
• Paid Time Off for part time and full time staff (amount is based on hours worked and FTE status)
• Paid parent leave for full-time staff
• Employee Assistance Program with 3 free counseling sessions per year
• Employer-paid benefits for full time staff includes basic life insurance; short-term disability