Deputy Director, Public & Media Relations

The Deputy Director Role:

Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day media and public relations activities.
• Guide communications professionals in outreach efforts at various levels.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated track record in strategic PR plans.
• Proficient in rapid response and crisis communications.
• Skilled in working with media at state, regional, and national levels.

Skills:

• Exceptional communication skills.
• Ability to frame complex issues for media and public understanding.

Attributes:

• Proactive advocate for the organization’s initiatives.
• Resourceful in identifying and cultivating contacts with media outlets.
• People manager with experience in team leadership and development.

Alignment:

• Awareness and commitment to SPLC’s mission, vision, and culture.
• Dedication to justice, equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti-racist principles.

Key Duties:

• Manage daily media and public relations priorities.
• Track breaking news and implement rapid response.
• Conduct high-level press outreach and secure quality interviews.
• Build relationships with key journalists at different levels.
• Supervise press inbox and direct media inquiries appropriately.
• Provide regular media training for spokespeople.
• Hire, train, and monitor staff performance.
• Ensure organizational processes are followed.
• Uphold SPLC’s JEDI principles in collaboration and work.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Seven (7) years of PR experience in a fast-paced setting.
• Five (5) years of supervisory experience.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Exempt role with a minimum starting salary of $109,015 annually.
• Salary commensurate with experience.
• Click here to view SPLC staff benefits.

Work Designations:

• Local Remote: Work remotely with attendance at SPLC offices or state events.
• Telework: Work at SPLC office three days per week, two days remotely.

Reporting Structure:

• Reports to the Director, Public and Media Relations.

Special Considerations:

• General office conditions, no strenuous physical demands.
• Works evenings and/or weekends in breaking news events.

Disclaimer:

• Statements describe general nature of work, not exhaustive list of responsibilities.

Equal-Opportunity Employer:

• SPLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity.
• Applicants considered without regard to various factors, including age, gender, ethnicity, disability, and more.

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