Public Relations Specialist

Responsibilities

• Develop, write, edit, and coordinate engaging communications from initial concept through final production, including newsletters, announcements, invitations, promotional materials, and other agency communications.
• Share compelling stories that highlight the positive impact of Talbert House services and the people, programs, and partnerships that make our mission possible.
• Create clear, consistent, and audience-focused messaging for employees, executives, internal stakeholders, community partners, and the general public.
• Design, develop, and coordinate the production of high-quality marketing and communications materials using Adobe Creative Suite and other appropriate software.
• Create and manage collateral materials, including brochures, newsletters, invitations, announcements, and promotional items.
• Support marketing initiatives at both the service-line and agency levels, helping increase awareness of programs, services, and organizational impact.
• Coordinate with printers, vendors, and suppliers to deliver quality materials on time and within budget.
• Ensure all communications and creative materials consistently reflect approved Talbert House branding standards.
• Develop and distribute press releases and other media communications that increase awareness of Talbert House programs, services, and community impact.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with media representatives and community stakeholders.

Requirements

• Knowledge of public relations, marketing, communications, and media relations principles and practices.
• Understanding of, or a strong interest in, the human services and/or social services environment.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including strong writing, proofreading, and editing abilities.
• Strong creative, visual, and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate ideas into engaging communications and marketing materials.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to balance competing priorities and meet critical deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A self-starter who takes initiative, exercises sound judgment, solves problems, and follows projects through to completion.
• Ability to manage multiple variables, determine appropriate courses of action, and adapt to changing needs.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to accurately track, maintain, and analyze data.
• Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with individuals across all levels of an organization.