divh2Public Relations Manager/h2pCome work for Animal Humane Society as a Public Relations Manager, where caring for animals isnt just a job its our passion. We are on a mission to compassionately and responsibly create a more humane world for animals and their people./ppJob Summary: The Public Relations Manager is responsible for developing and executing strategic public relations initiatives that elevate brand awareness, strengthen reputation, and support organizational priorities, including public-facing communications related to complex or sensitive animal welfare issues. As a key member of the Marketing and Communications team, this role leads media relations efforts to ensure consistent, compelling messaging across all earned and shared channels./ppPay: Ranges from $70,000 - $80,000 annually/ppBenefits:/pulliHealth, dental, vision insurance + paid time off/lili9 paid holidays + 4 floating holidays per full calendar year/lili401k with a 4% company match/li/ulpSchedule: Full-time; Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm. Evenings and weekends as needed./ppLocation: Hybrid; on-site at least one day a week (Golden Valley location) with travel to other AHS sites and offsite media appearances as needed./ppApplication requirements: Please upload cover letter and current resume/ppInterview process: Step 1 - phone screen; Step 2 - virtual interview via Microsoft Teams; Step 3 - on-site interview/ph3What Youll Be Doing:/h3pMedia Relations/pulliDevelop and lead a proactive public relations strategy aligned with organizational priorities and brand positioning./liliBuild and maintain strong relationships with local, regional, and national media outlets./liliProactively identify and pitch stories that position AHS as a trusted, leading voice./liliServe as the primary point of contact for media inquiries and interview coordination./liliRepresent AHS on camera and in live interviews with clarity, confidence, and professionalism./liliDraft press releases, media statements, op-eds, and media briefing materials./liliPrepare organizational leaders for media engagement through coaching, messaging, and briefing materials./li/ulpBrand and Reputation Management/pulliMonitor media coverage and public sentiment to provide insights and recommendations./liliEnsure consistency of messaging across all external communications./liliSupport crisis communications planning and response, including rapid message development and media coordination during emerging situations./liliProtect and enhance the organizations brand and public image./liliIdentify reputational risks and opportunities related to public perception./li/ulpContent and Storytelling/pulliIdentify and develop compelling stories that highlight the impact of AHS and its work./liliCollaborate with marketing and program colleagues to amplify stories across channels./liliSupport internal and executive communications as needed./li/ulpCampaign and Strategic Communications/pulliPartner with marketing and fundraising teams to support integrated campaigns./liliAlign PR efforts with key organizational initiatives, events, and advocacy priorities./liliTrack, analyze, and report on PR performance, using insights to refine strategy and improve effectiveness./li/ulpInternal Collaboration/pulliBuild strong cross-functional relationships to surface stories and align messaging./liliProvide media training and communications guidance to staff and subject matter experts./li/ulpCommunication and Culture/pulliCommunicate in a positive and professional manner with customers, colleagues, and volunteers./liliPromote a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion to make AHS a welcoming environment for all./li/ulpTechnology/pulliMonitor AHS email and voicemail and respond to media inquiries in a timely manner./liliOther duties as assigned./li/ul/div