Public Relations Manager

Little Rock, AR (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableManager3+ years expFull time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Own public relations programs that shape how Little Rock is seen by media and partners, with a focus on proactive media outreach and storytelling to boost destination visibility.

  • Public Relations Execution: run media outreach, press relationships, and earned media that advance LRCVB priorities.
  • Storytelling and Content: craft compelling narratives and assets that position Little Rock as a meetings and tourism destination.
  • Partner Enablement: guide partners with messaging, media briefs, and co-promotional opportunities.

Job Description

Own public relations program for Little Rock tourism and meetings destination, building a positive public image for Little Rock, boosting LRCVB visibility, and supporting partners via proactive media relations and storytelling initiatives.

  • To manage and support the execution of public relations initiatives that align with the strategic priorities of the Little Rock Convention & Visitors Bureau (LRCVB) by building and maintaining a positive public image for Little Rock as a tourism and meetings destination, enhancing the visibility of LRCVB, and supporting its partners through proactive media relations and compelling storytelling initiatives.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field
  • three (3) years of professional-level work experience in public relations or media relations, preferably in tourism, hospitality or destination marketing
  • Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
  • Must possess a valid Arkansas Class D (Non-Commercial Vehicle) Driver’s License before employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position.
  • Must show proof of valid automobile insurance before being approved to drive any LRCVB vehicle.
  • Must be available to work nights, holidays, and weekends as required .
  • This position may require one or more of the following pre-employment screenings: drug and alcohol screening, or background investigation.
  • Agency experience or hospitality background preferred.
  • Health Insurance – Cigna – Cost per pay period
  • - Base Plan: Emp only: $16.53; Emp + Spouse: $291.88, Emp + Child(ren): $241.82; Family: $517.18.
  • - Buy-up 1 Plan: Emp only: $51.69; Emp + Spouse: $365.74, Emp + Child(ren): $308.64; Family: $622.68.
  • - Buy-up 2 Plan: Emp only: $64.37; Emp + Spouse: $392.34, Emp + Child(ren): $332.71; Family: $660.69.
  • - High Deductible Plan: Emp only: $10.90; Emp + Spouse: $280.10, Emp + Child(ren): $231.13; Family: $500.34.
  • Four (4) plans to choose from: Base Plan; Buy-up 1 Plan, Buy-up 2 Plan or High Deductible
  • - Base Plan: $3,000 deductible (in network), $40 co-pay for PCP - $70 co-pay for specialist; Prescription co-pays: $0, $20, $40, $80 co-pay, $200 Rx deductible for Tier 2, 3, 4
  • - Buy-up 1 Plan: $2,000 deductible (in network), $30 co-pay for PCP - $60 co-pay for specialist; Prescription co-pays: $15, $45, $70, $70 co-pay; no additional Rx deductible.
  • - Buy-up 2 Plan: $1,000 deductible (in network), $25 co-pay for PCP - $50 co-pay for specialist; Prescription co-pays: $15, $45, $70, $70 co-pay; no additional Rx deductible.
  • - High-Deductible Plan: $2,500 deductible (in network), Prescriptions: Tier 1 10% after deductible; Tier 2 20% after deductible; Tier 3 30% after deductible; Tier 4 $80 co-pay after deductible
  • - Effective 1st of the month following 30 days of regular full-time employment
  • Are you willing to start at $56,971.20 annually?
  • - Online applications only
  • - Applicant’s answers to supplemental questions will be used to screen for minimum qualifications electronically.
  • - Please include a complete work history when completing application. Work history may impact initial salary offer amount for the successful candidate.
  • - List of qualified applicants will be considered active for up to six (6) months and may be used to fill future openings with same or similar minimum qualifications.
  • - All communication regarding application status will be sent to candidates via text message/email address listed on account.
  • - You may check your inbox in your Careers/LittleRock account to review all notices sent to the email address associated with your applications.
  • - Applicants may check application status for any position by logging into their account at Careers/LittleRock or contacting Human Resources at (501) 371-4590 if they are having computer difficulties.
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