Senior Public Relations & Executive Communications Strategist

Arizona Federal Credit Union; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona Federal Credit Union is seeking a Public Relations and Executive Communications professional to strategize and execute PR initiatives that support brand reputation and organizational objectives.

You will manage day-to-day media relations, develop executive messaging, and coordinate with internal stakeholders and agencies to deliver effective communications. This role emphasizes crisis planning, content creation, and leadership visibility across internal and external audiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or related field; 3–5 years in PR/media relations.
• Experience writing for executives and supporting media relations.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience with social media strategy and content calendars.
• Familiarity with crisis communications planning.

Responsibilities

• Creates PR strategy and collaborates with VPs to set PR goals.
• Manages executive social media growth, engagement, and content calendars.
• Delivers executive communications for internal audiences and leadership.
• Writes press releases, media alerts, and talking points.
• Identifies opportunities for community awards; writes and submits applications.
• Prepares crisis communication plans and ensures readiness.
• Partners with external PR agency; coordinates distribution and interviews.
• Builds relationships with media, partners, and stakeholders; tracks coverage.
• Produces monthly/quarterly PR performance reports.
• Supports cross-functional teams with communications strategy.

Skills

Public relations strategy

Media outreach

Executive communications

Content development

Social media management

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Media monitoring tools

Content management tools

Job description

Arizona Federal Credit Union is seeking a Public Relations and Executive Communications professional to strategize and execute PR initiatives that support brand reputation and organizational objectives.

You will manage day-to-day media relations, develop executive messaging, and coordinate with internal stakeholders and agencies to deliver effective communications. This role emphasizes crisis planning, content creation, and leadership visibility across internal and external audiences.