Public Relations & Communications Coordinator — Hybrid

Association of Social Work Boards; Vista (CA); Ibrido; USD 70.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

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Dental insurance

Life insurance

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PTO

Parental leave

Retirement plan

Descrizione del lavoro

The Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) is seeking a Public Relations Project Coordinator to advance visibility and reputation. The role focuses on coordinating media relations, supporting thought leadership initiatives, and assisting with speaking engagements and conference participation.

This is a hybrid position with in-office and remote elements, requiring occasional travel and collaboration across teams.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in communications, event coordination, public relations, or a related role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and quality assurance.
• Proofreading and editing competencies.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Expert level skills in the Microsoft Office software suite.
• Willingness and ability to learn new computer software and adapt to department needs.
• Comfort working across internal teams and with external partners, including media contacts, conference organizers, and vendors.
• Experience in the nonprofit or association sector.
• Familiarity with media monitoring or press release distribution tools.
• Experience supporting conference or event logistics.

Mansioni

• Support the development and distribution of press releases, media advisories, and pitches.
• Help maintain and grow relationships with relevant journalists, editors, and media outlets.
• Monitor relevant media coverage and industry news and compile coverage reports.
• Respond to routine media inquiries and route others to the appropriate spokespeople.
• Assist in the preparation of briefing materials and talking points ahead of media interviews.
• Assist in the development and placement of op-eds, bylined articles, blog posts, and other thought leadership content within profession-appropriate outlets and platforms.
• Coordinate with internal colleagues, including ASWB staff leadership, members, and volunteers, to gather insights and source content for thought leadership initiatives.
• Track industry trends and conversations to help identify timely opportunities for the association to contribute its perspective.
• Work with the Senior Manager and Director to maintain an editorial calendar for owned and placed thought leadership content.
• Identify, track, and help secure speaking opportunities for association leadership and subject matter experts at conferences, panels, and industry events.
• Coordinate logistics for speaking engagements, including submissions, scheduling, travel confirmation, communications/marketing materials, and briefing information.
• Maintain a calendar of relevant conferences and events, and flag strategic opportunities for department and association leadership.
• Support the development of speaker talking points, bios, and presentation materials in partnership with subject matter experts.
• Maintain department records, including media contact lists, speaker rosters, and media outlets.
• Support the planning and execution of public relations-related events or campaigns.
• Assist with reporting on public relations and communications metrics (media placements earned, speaking engagements secured, thought leadership output executed, etc.).
• Collaborate with the broader Public Relations and Communications Strategy team on integrated messaging and campaigns.

Conoscenze

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Proofreading & editing

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Nonprofit/association sector经验

Media relations experience

Event coordination experience

Media monitoring tools familiarity

Press release distribution tools

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field

Strumenti

Cision / Meltwater

Descrizione del lavoro

The Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) is seeking a Public Relations Project Coordinator to advance visibility and reputation. The role focuses on coordinating media relations, supporting thought leadership initiatives, and assisting with speaking engagements and conference participation.

This is a hybrid position with in-office and remote elements, requiring occasional travel and collaboration across teams.