Location: Galena,KS, USA
Summary of Essential Job Functions:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may also be assigned.
* Manage community and public relations for special projects and press inquiries.
* Develop and implement a comprehensive community relations and communications strategy, both short-term and long-term, aligned with the company's mission, vision, and values.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with community leaders, local media outlets, non-profit organizations, and other key stakeholders.
* Collaborate with the marketing team to enhance the company's public image and reputation within the communities across the US in which the company operates.
* Plan, organize, and oversee community events, sponsorships, and other public activities that strengthen the company's presence and engagement in its communities.
* Represent the company in community forums, public meetings, and other events to advocate for community interests and company initiatives.
* Identify and cultivate partnerships with local organizations, schools, and businesses that align with the company's community engagement goals.
* Develop and manage the community relations budget, ensuring efficient use of resources to maximize community impact.
* Track and report on the effectiveness of community relations initiatives, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.
* Complete video, photography, and print projects as needed.
* Update and monitor social media accounts.
* Oversee, supervise and direct work of subordinate employees to ensure the above tasks are completed.
Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university with a degree in English, Marketing, Communications, Public Relations or a related field.
* At least 5 years of relevant experience.
* Experience with media solutions, print layout, various social media outlets, web design, video projects, community relations, professional writing, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite strongly preferred.
* Excellent communication skills.
Physical Requirements/Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to remain in a stationary position for long periods. The employee is frequently required to operate a computer and other office equipment, such as a copy machine, calculator, and computer printer. The employee needs to frequently move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, greet visitors, attend meetings, etc.
* The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet and occasionally moderate.
* Occasional travel may be required.
In addition to an attractive wage, this position offers a competitive benefits package including Group Health and Life Insurance, Vision and Dental Insurance, a Flexible Benefits Plan, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match, a Profit Sharing Retirement Plan, and other benefits.
This job description is subject to change at any time.