Mass Media Relations Specialist
Air Line Pilots Association, Int
- McLean, VA
- $75,522-107,889 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree in relevant area, e.g., Communications, English, Journalism, Marketing, or Public Relations, from an accredited college or university required; or, the equivalent combination of education and experience. Master’s degree in a communications field is desirable.
- Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in a communications role at ALPA or in an equivalent advocacy and/or communications position elsewhere required, five (5) plus years strongly preferred. Aviation and/or labor union experience and/or knowledge strongly preferred.
- Significant media relations and content strategy experience required.
- Exceptional writing skills, including the technical writing skills to communicate effectively with pilot groups, Association executives, and the media.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, oral and written, for effective interaction with internal staff, external contacts, and pilots, with attention to detail when reviewing and editing written materials.
- Must possess exceptional time management skills; be able to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment; and, transition easily between projects.
- Ability to effectively interpret and disseminate complex information for public understanding.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills to quickly reduce an issue to its key components and to develop unique media solutions.
- Possesses the professional demeanor necessary to address issues of the most complex nature, to establish credibility in often-contentious circumstances, and to positively affect members, the media, and other audiences.
- Experience planning and implementing media and PR/education campaigns; proven track record in pitching media and securing story placements.
- Track record in developing, executing, and evolving comprehensive and proactive communications plans, as well as specific programs and campaigns, a definite plus.
- Must be a self-starter with professional maturity and sound judgment, capable of independent decision-making.
- Able to develop and execute social media strategies that build awareness and support for key pilot group initiatives.
- Knowledge of ALPA policies, processes, structure, and strategic plans preferred.
- Knowledge of desktop publishing, presentation, design, and web content management preferred, with a willingness to learn new software applications to enhance effectiveness.
- Software: Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required; Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Dreamweaver, and InDesign desirable. Sitecore and/or HTML a plus. Basic audio/video editing also a plus.
- 401k Plan with Non-Elective Employer Contribution of 11% plus 2% into a Market-Based Cash Balance Plan after 180 days of employment. No employee contribution required! The 401k plan includes a Roth option and 4-year vesting schedule.
- Generous health care benefits on day one – PPO, Kaiser (where available), and a High Deductible Health Plan which includes coverage for medical, dental, and vision benefits for employee, spouse, and/or dependent children;
- 15 days paid vacation and 12 holidays per year plus 2 volunteer days per year;
- Generous sick and bereavement leave;
- Competitive parental leave;
- Company-paid premiums for disability and life insurance;
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings accounts;
- Retiree health plan;
- Education Assistance Program; and,
- Optional benefits including pet insurance, excess life insurance, legal plan, and qualified transportation fringe benefits, where available.
- Partial remote work opportunities.